Nebraska § 48-176 - Answer; filing; contents.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 48-176 — Answer; filing; contents., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-176. Answer; filing; contents.
Within seven days after the return day of such summons the party at interest upon whom the same is served shall file an answer to such petition, which shall admit or deny the substantial averments of the petition, and shall state the contention of the defendant with reference to the matters in dispute as disclosed by the petition.
Answer is required to state the contention of the defendant with respect to the matters in dispute. Shada v. Whitney, 172 Neb. 220, 109 N.W.2d 167 (1961).
Evidence of second injury was admissible under general denial. Towner v. Western Contracting Corp., 164 Neb. 235, 82 N.W.2d 253 (1957).
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 48-176
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 48-176 cover?
Section 48-176 ("Answer; filing; contents.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 48-176?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 48-176" (Nebraska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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How does Nebraska § 48-176 apply to my situation?
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