Nebraska Jury Instruction — 1.9.5.2 Subsidiary as Alter Ego of Parent Corporation is a legal instruction provided to jurors in Nebraska courts regarding the concept of a subsidiary company being considered the alter ego of its parent corporation. This instruction is essential in cases where a plaintiff alleges that a subsidiary corporation should be considered as the alter ego of its parent corporation for liability purposes. In order to establish a subsidiary as the alter ego of its parent corporation, certain requirements need to be met. Keywords relevant to this instruction include: 1. Alter Ego: The term "alter ego" refers to the legal doctrine that allows courts to disregard the separate legal entity of a subsidiary company and treat it as the same as its parent company if specific criteria are met. 2. Liability: This instruction focuses on the potential liability of a parent corporation for the actions or debts of its subsidiary company. If the subsidiary is considered an alter ego, the parent corporation can be held financially responsible. 3. Corporate Veil: The corporate veil is a legal concept that separates a corporation's assets and liabilities from those of its shareholders. If the corporate veil is pierced, the court may disregard the separate identity of the subsidiary and hold the parent liable. 4. Requirements: Nebraska Jury Instruction — 1.9.5.2 outlines the conditions that must be satisfied to establish a subsidiary as the alter ego of its parent. These typically include factors such as inadequate capitalization, commingling of funds, identical directors or officers, lack of corporate formalities, and the parent's exertion of control over the subsidiary's operations. Types of Nebraska Jury Instruction — 1.9.5.2 Subsidiary As Alter Ego Of Parent Corporation may vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. For example: 1. Traditional Alter Ego Theory: This type focuses on demonstrating that the subsidiary company is a sham entity existing solely to carry out the parent's business, with the parent exercising complete control over the subsidiary's activities. 2. Single Business Enterprise Theory: Here, the theory argues that the parent and subsidiary corporations function as a single integrated entity, sharing resources, financial statements, facilities, and management. The single business enterprise theory allows the court to disregard the legal separation between the two entities. It is essential for jurors to understand and apply Nebraska Jury Instruction — 1.9.5.2 appropriately as it plays a crucial role in determining the liability and potential financial responsibilities of a parent corporation for the actions of its subsidiary company.