Whether DUI/OVI cases, unemployment appeals, or criminal cases, Smith's Law Offices' record shows a steady flow of successes for our clients.
Please keep in mind that the success of any legal matter depends on the unique circumstances of each case and we cannot guarantee particular results for future clients based on successes we have achieved in past legal matters.
Our client was stopped while operating a golf cart on a roadway and quickly subjected to field sobriety tests, which the officer suspiciously conducted out of view of his 180-degree dash camera. Through a thorough investigation, we raised significant doubts about the justification for the stop and challenged the officer's deliberate avoidance of objective video evidence. After heated negotiations with the prosecutor, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a simple traffic citation. This resolution spared him from high license points, a mandatory one-year license suspension, and the damaging impact of an OVI conviction on his career.
Our client was arrested for OVI following a minor fender bender, with a breath test allegedly over the legal limit. Despite the challenging circumstances, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing the client to plead to minor traffic citations instead. This resolution spared him from an OVI conviction, significant points on his driving record, a potential year-long license suspension, mandatory jail time, and the possible loss of his job.
We successfully helped a client secure unemployment benefits after his employer terminated him for not completing a certification that wasn’t part of his original job. By proving to the Unemployment Review Commission that the employer’s demand was unreasonable and lacked just cause, we ensured our client received the financial relief he deserved.
Our client faced a daunting array of charges, including two first-degree misdemeanors, five fifth-degree felonies, one third-degree felony, one second-degree felony, and one first-degree felony. Through thorough investigation and strategic legal representation, we meticulously examined the state's evidence—and the lack thereof—to negotiate a highly favorable outcome. As a result, all charges were dismissed except for a single misdemeanor. Our client avoided jail time entirely and walked out of court with only a $100 fine.
Our client was terminated after raising workplace concerns and being confronted by a co-worker. During the exchange, our client stated he didn’t respect the co-worker but emphasized the importance of working together. The employer claimed this conversation was “harassment” and fired him, leading to a denial of unemployment benefits. We appealed and represented our client at a hearing, where we successfully demonstrated that his statements didn’t amount to misconduct. The hearing officer agreed, reversing the denial and ensuring our client received the benefits he deserved.
Our client was stopped by police for a minor traffic issue and subsequently asked to exit her vehicle to perform field sobriety tests. Despite her prior OVI conviction and a breath test result exceeding the legal limit, we strategically challenged the officer's investigation. We argued that the officer lacked sufficient evidence of impairment to justify removing her from the vehicle and that the field sobriety tests were not conducted in substantial compliance with standardized procedures. By focusing on these critical issues, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead of facing a mandatory minimum jail sentence of ten days, our client resolved the matter with a non-moving traffic citation and avoided jail time altogether. This case highlights the importance of scrutinizing every aspect of an OVI investigation to ensure that our clients receive the best possible outcome.
Our client faced a challenging situation when the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) denied her unemployment benefits and demanded repayment of benefits she had already received. ODJFS claimed she was terminated with just cause. However, we demonstrated at a hearing that this was not the case. Despite being placed on a performance improvement plan (PIP) prior to her termination, our client never received notice of the PIP’s extension. Additionally, she had received a positive performance review after the PIP was implemented. We also highlighted that the employer failed to provide sufficient evidence of any fault on her part that would justify termination. The hearing officer ruled in our client’s favor. She was not only entitled to keep her prior benefits but also received the additional benefits she deserved.
Our elderly client was charged with an OVI after a minor fender bender, with police mistakenly attributing signs of aging to impairment. Recognizing the injustice, we conducted a thorough investigation into the accident and the police’s OVI evaluation, uncovering critical evidence that demonstrated this misinterpretation. Due to our diligent efforts and advocacy, the OVI charges were completely dismissed. Our client instead resolved the matter with a minor misdemeanor traffic citation and a $100 fine, avoiding the serious consequences of an OVI conviction.
Our client was involved in a minor accident, and when police arrived at the scene, they focused on investigating potential impairment rather than ensuring our client’s well-being. Despite being charged with an OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired), our dedicated legal team successfully negotiated a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client only needed to plead to a minor, non-moving citation, sparing her from the serious consequences associated with an OVI conviction. This outcome protected her record, prevented any points from being added to her license, and avoided a potential license suspension.
Our client was initially stopped for a minor traffic issue, yet soon found himself subjected to an OVI investigation despite insufficient indicators of impairment. After a thorough review of the state’s evidence, our legal team crafted a strong defense and successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges. Ultimately, our client resolved the matter by pleading to a simple traffic citation. This favorable outcome meant he avoided jail time, protected his record from an OVI conviction, and maintained his driving privileges without any license suspension.
Our client was accused of committing multiple traffic violations, leading to an OVI arrest and a breath test showing results over the legal limit. However, our diligent investigation uncovered several issues with the initial traffic stop. We highlighted these issues in a suppression motion, which ultimately resulted in the dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client was able to resolve the case by pleading to a non-moving citation instead. This outcome spared him from the heavy license points associated with an OVI conviction and helped protect his career.
Our client faced serious charges after a minor fender bender: leaving the scene of an accident. This first-degree misdemeanor carried penalties of up to 6 months in jail, a $1,000 fine, and a mandatory license suspension. Recognizing the severe impact on our client's life and livelihood, our legal team meticulously examined the case details. Through strategic defense and compelling advocacy, we secured a complete dismissal of all charges, protecting our client's record and driving privileges.
Our client initially faced a denial of unemployment benefits after her employer classified her as an independent contractor. However, there are strict guidelines that prevent employers from avoiding their obligations by misclassifying employees. For instance, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) considers twenty specific factors to assess whether an individual has been correctly classified. In this case, we presented compelling documentation and testimony that demonstrated our client’s true employment status. Ultimately, the hearing officer agreed with our position, recognizing the misclassification. As a result, our client prevailed in her hearing and secured her rightful benefits.
Our client reached out to us after a distressing encounter with a police officer. She was seeking assistance when her car broke down, but instead of help, she felt treated unfairly, as though she were a criminal. Following the incident, she filed a formal complaint about the officer’s conduct. However, after reviewing the body camera footage, the police department alleged that her complaint included false statements, leading to her being charged with a first-degree misdemeanor. With our firm’s dedicated and strategic representation, we successfully negotiated for the dismissal of the first-degree misdemeanor charges. Ultimately, our client only needed to pay a $50 fine for a minor misdemeanor citation, protecting her record and restoring her peace of mind.
Our client was initially stopped for a minor issue: failing to display a license plate. However, the situation quickly escalated, with officers subjecting him to a pat-down, field sobriety tests, a roadside portable breath test, and an evidentiary breath test at the police station. Despite test results above the legal limit, our team focused on the improper escalation of what began as a routine traffic stop. Through our aggressive defense, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a non-moving citation. This outcome saved him from points on his license, avoided a license suspension, and prevented an OVI from appearing on his record.
Years after our client received unemployment benefits, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) demanded repayment of nearly $20,000, claiming he was not unemployed when he applied for benefits. We thoroughly investigated the situation and represented him in a hearing with the Unemployment Compensation Review Commission. During the hearing, we demonstrated that, although our client held multiple part-time positions, he had, in fact, become unemployed from one of them. The hearing officer agreed, recognizing his status as partially unemployed, and ruled in his favor, overturning the repayment demand.
After being unjustly terminated, our client applied for unemployment benefits but was denied by ODJFS, which argued she was not medically able to work. We stepped in to support her case, helping her prepare for the hearing and representing her to demonstrate that, despite her medical restrictions, she was indeed capable of working. Thanks to our efforts, she won her hearing and secured the unemployment benefits she deserved.
When our client was injured and required time away from work to recover, her employer unexpectedly terminated her. Upon filing for unemployment benefits, she was dismayed to find her claim denied. We stepped in to represent her at a hearing, presenting clear evidence that her absence was due to a legitimate medical condition. Our advocacy led to a successful outcome—she won her unemployment benefits, ensuring the support she deserved.
Our client faced an OVI charge after a traffic stop, where a breath test indicated levels above the legal limit. Despite the initial evidence, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charge, allowing him to plead to a non-moving violation instead. By keeping the OVI off his record, we helped him retain his job and avoid the long-term consequences of a serious offense.
When our client was stopped for speeding, the police swiftly escalated the stop into an OVI investigation, leading to OVI charges. We intervened and successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a non-moving violation instead. This outcome protected our client’s record from the serious impact of an OVI charge.
Our client received an OVI citation, despite his last OVI incident being over 13 years ago. We argued that the police had misinterpreted signs of impairment, and through a strong defense, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client was instead able to resolve the matter with a non-moving violation, preserving his record from the significant impact of a repeat OVI charge.
What might be defined as a win can differ from case to case. For example, in this case our client was charged with a second-in-ten (4th lifetime) OVI with a refusal. As a result, he was facing a minimum of 20 day and maximum of 180 days in jail. Through strategic representation, we helped him to avoid any jail time by persuading the prosecutor and judge to treat the OVI as a first-in-ten. Although he still received an OVI, in his eyes the avoidance of any jail time was a big win.
Our client was found asleep in his parked vehicle, prompting police to approach for a wellness check. However, the situation quickly escalated into OVI charges. Through a determined and strategic defense, we achieved a dismissal of these charges, allowing our client to resolve the matter with a non-moving violation instead. This outcome protected our client’s record from the severe implications of an OVI.
Our client was terminated without any active disciplinary record after his employer claimed concern over a comment he allegedly made. However, the employer failed to address this concern with him before the termination. We highlighted this lack of communication, and as a result, we prevailed at his hearing, securing approval of his benefits.
Our client called off work to support her sister battling cancer, only to be terminated by a new manager for not notifying her absence more than an hour before her shift—a recently implemented rule that hadn’t been communicated to her. We demonstrated this lack of prior notice, and as a result, we prevailed at her hearing, securing a fair outcome for our client.
After a minor fender bender in a drive-thru, our client was unexpectedly accused of an OVI by the police. We provided assertive representation, successfully obtaining a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client resolved the matter with a non-moving violation, protecting her record from serious repercussions.
Our client faced new OVI charges after a breath test showed results above the legal limit, along with a prior OVI from several years ago. Through strategic representation, we secured a dismissal of the new OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a non-moving violation instead, protecting his record from further impact.
Our client faced OVI charges, but through assertive representation, we successfully achieved a dismissal of these charges. Instead, our client was able to resolve the matter with minor traffic citations, protecting his record from the impact of an OVI.
Our client was terminated for attendance issues, yet we demonstrated that these absences were due to a legitimate medical condition. Through our advocacy, our client prevailed in the case and was awarded the benefits they rightfully deserved.
When our client was charged with an OVI, we conducted thorough research and identified key issues with the traffic stop and subsequent OVI investigation. The arguments we presented led to a dismissal of the OVI charge, allowing our client to resolve the matter with a simple traffic citation instead.
Our client was initially denied unemployment benefits when ODJFS determined she lacked sufficient qualifying weeks. We gathered detailed documentation of her earnings and presented this evidence at a hearing, demonstrating that she did, in fact, meet the requirements. The hearing officer agreed, and we successfully won her case, securing the benefits she deserved.
Our client was employed at a company that recently experienced a cyberattack. During a phone conversation, our client described the incident, comparing the attack to hackers "throwing a grenade" into the system. Surprisingly, this metaphor led to his termination, as the employer alleged he had made a threat. In a hearing, we demonstrated that no threats were made, clarified the context, and argued that the termination lacked just cause. We successfully advocated for our client’s right to unemployment benefits, and the hearing officer agreed—resulting in a win for our client.
Our client was informed she was being terminated for alleged performance issues but was given the option to resign instead. When she chose to resign, ODJFS initially ruled her ineligible for unemployment benefits. At the hearing, we demonstrated that this was a resignation in lieu of termination and should be considered a termination. We further showed that the employer lacked evidence to justify termination for cause. In the end, we won the hearing, securing our client the unemployment benefits she deserved.
When our client faced OVI charges, we uncovered key issues in the case: missing video footage from the traffic stop and conflicting reports regarding the reason for the stop. Leveraging these inconsistencies, we successfully negotiated a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client resolved the matter with a plea to a non-moving citation, protecting their record and future.
Our client was initially stopped for a traffic violation, then given field sobriety tests, and ultimately charged with an OVI. We demonstrated that the so-called signs of impairment were, in fact, normal signs of aging, not intoxication. This clarity led to the dismissal of the OVI charges, with our client accepting a non-moving citation instead—preserving their record and peace of mind.
Our client faced aggravated menacing charges following an alleged argument with a recreation center employee, during which there was an alleged reference to a gun. Through strategic and assertive representation, we achieved a complete dismissal of all charges, protecting our client’s record and reputation.
Our client, a commercial driver, faced an OVI charge that threatened his commercial driver’s license (CDL) and livelihood. We successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charge and vacated his administrative license suspension. By resolving the case with a minor traffic citation, our client avoided the OVI conviction, CDL disqualification, and potential job loss, securing his career and future.
Our client came to us after her unemployment benefits were initially denied. Her employer argued that they had just cause to terminate her for using profanity in the workplace. However, the full story revealed a different perspective. During the hearing, we demonstrated that the situation had been provoked by a supervisor who was verbally aggressive, using profanities toward our client. Under these circumstances, our client simply responded, "watch your f###ing tone when you are talking to me." We argued that this response did not constitute grounds for termination. The Hearing Officer agreed with our position, finding that this did not justify the employer's action. Thanks to our advocacy, our client received her rightful benefits. We are proud to support employees facing unfair treatment and will fight to protect their rights in challenging situations.
Our client faced an unexpected challenge when he was placed on a performance improvement plan despite having no prior disciplinary record. Shortly after, he was terminated without any specific reason provided. When he initially filed for unemployment benefits, his claim was denied. Believing in his right to fair treatment, we appealed the decision and represented him in a hearing, presenting the facts that demonstrated his dedication and professionalism. Through our advocacy, we successfully won his benefits, ensuring he received the support he deserved.
When our client was asked by the ODJFS to repay the pandemic unemployment benefits she had rightly received, we stepped in to help. Through a strong appeal, we successfully defended her case, ensuring she could keep the benefits she deserved.
Our client faced an OVI charge that threatened to leave a permanent mark on his record and result in a mandatory one-year license suspension. Through determined advocacy, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, reducing them to minor traffic citations. This outcome allowed our client to avoid an OVI conviction and keep his driving privileges intact. Our firm is committed to securing favorable resolutions and protecting our clients' futures.
Our client was wrongly accused of fraud by the ODJFS for collecting unemployment compensation, leading to a demand for repayment. We appealed this determination, successfully clearing her of any fraud and eliminating the overpayment claim. At our firm, we are committed to defending our clients against unfounded accusations and safeguarding their rightful benefits.
Our client was pulled over for an alleged marked lanes violation, subjected to field sobriety tests, and later arrested with a request for a breath test, which he refused. By challenging the validity of the OVI investigation and field sobriety procedures, we successfully obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client pled to a non-moving citation, sparing him from the long-term consequences of an OVI on his record and additional penalties.
Our client was unfairly terminated for a minor alleged infraction, despite a spotless disciplinary record. We guided her through the appeals process and represented her at the hearing, ultimately securing the unemployment benefits she deserved.
Our client was charged with an OVI, but through our aggressive representation, the charges were dismissed, and his license was immediately reinstated.
Our client was charged with an OVI after registering a high-tier result on a breath test. Through creative strategy and aggressive representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a minor traffic citation instead.
Our client faced a first-degree misdemeanor charge for driving under an OVI suspension, which included a mandatory three-day jail term and an additional one-year license suspension. Through our effective representation, we secured a dismissal of the serious charges, allowing our client to plead to a minor traffic citation with only a small fine.
Our client was initially approved for pandemic unemployment benefits, only for ODJFS to later demand repayment, alleging fraud. We appealed this determination, successfully clearing his name and ensuring he retained the benefits he was rightfully due.
Our client was stopped by police, who mistook natural signs of aging for impairment. Although a subsequent urine test detected certain chemicals, we presented his case with determination and achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client pled to a non-moving citation, avoiding the impact of an OVI record.
Our client, a dedicated teacher, intervened swiftly to protect students during an unexpected fight. Instead of commending his actions, his employer terminated him, critiquing his response for not seeking help first and second-guessing his intervention technique. We challenged this unfair decision, prevailed at the hearing, and successfully secured his unemployment benefits.
Our client faced OVI charges after a breath test indicated a result over the legal limit. Through aggressive representation, we successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges.
Our client, employed through a temporary agency, was informed that his assignment had ended. Despite his repeated efforts to secure a new assignment, the agency claimed he failed to follow up and had therefore resigned. We represented him at a hearing, demonstrating that he was, in fact, unemployed through no fault of his own. As a result, he prevailed and received the unemployment benefits he rightfully deserved.
Our client faced OVI charges after a high breath test result. Through aggressive representation, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing him to plead to a non-moving citation instead. This outcome spared him from license points and a year-long suspension.
Our client faced OVI charges, but we identified key issues with the field sobriety tests conducted by the police. Through our challenge, we achieved a dismissal of her OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead.
ODJFS accused our client of fraud in receiving unemployment benefits, demanding repayment of alleged overpaid funds. We appealed this decision, successfully clearing our client of fraud and eliminating the overpayment claim.
Years after receiving unemployment benefits, our client was unexpectedly accused of fraud by ODJFS, with a demand for repayment. We represented him, successfully reversing these determinations and eliminating the claimed overpayment.
ODJFS accused another client of fraudulently receiving unemployment benefits, seeking repayment. We appealed this determination, prevailed, and eliminated the overpayment entirely.
Our client was stopped, arrested, and asked to take a breath test, which he refused. We stepped in, presenting strong arguments on his behalf that led to a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, he resolved the case with a traffic citation.
Our client was fired after discussing his pay with his boss. While leaving, he allegedly used profanity, but we demonstrated at the hearing that this occurred after his termination. His conduct prior to being fired did not warrant termination, and we prevailed, securing his unemployment benefits.
Our client provided a high-tier breath test sample, leading to OVI charges that threatened his career. Through aggressive representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing him to plead to a non-moving citation instead—safeguarding his job in the process.
Our client was put in an impossible position, receiving conflicting instructions from different supervisors and then being terminated for choosing which directive to follow. At the hearing, we demonstrated that the employer lacked just cause for termination, resulting in a favorable decision for our client.
Our client faced OVI charges after refusing a breath test. Through a thorough investigation, we uncovered critical issues in his case, resulting in a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, he resolved the matter with a non-moving citation.
Our client was pulled over for a license plate light issue and subsequently subjected to field sobriety tests in snowy conditions, resulting in an OVI charge. Through our representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead.
Our client was placed on a performance improvement plan (PIP) and later terminated for supposedly not meeting performance expectations. At the hearing, we demonstrated that the employer lacked credible evidence to support these claims. As a result, we prevailed, and our client was approved for her unemployment benefits.
Our client was stopped after crossing the center line, subjected to field sobriety tests, and subsequently charged with an OVI. Through aggressive representation, including filing motions for discovery sanctions against the State and a suppression motion, we reached a resolution allowing our client to plead to a non-moving citation, resulting in the dismissal of the OVI charges.
Our client was unfairly removed from her role as a Regional Sales Manager and reassigned to a warehouse position at a significantly reduced salary. Faced with this demotion, she chose to resign. Initially, ODJFS denied her unemployment claim, but we stepped in, represented her at the hearing, and demonstrated that she had just cause to resign. As a result, she successfully secured her benefits.
ODJFS accused our client of fraudulently receiving unemployment compensation, demanding repayment of alleged overpayments. We appealed this determination and successfully had the fraud claims and overpayment demands removed.
Our client faced domestic violence charges after a physical altercation with an adult sibling. With concerns about the potential consequences, he left these charges open with an outstanding warrant for several years. Once he retained our firm, we acted quickly to lift the warrant and successfully secured a dismissal of the charges.
Our client faced accusations of unemployment fraud, along with demands for alleged overpayments. We represented her at the hearing, where we successfully challenged these claims, resulting in the removal of both the fraud determination and overpayment demands.
Our client was accused of impaired driving with her children in the vehicle. Through a meticulous investigation, we uncovered critical issues with the State’s case, leading to a dismissal of the most serious charges. Instead, our client resolved the matter with a non-moving citation and a disorderly conduct charge.
Our client was initially stopped for an alleged loud exhaust, which quickly escalated into an OVI investigation, resulting in charges for driving over the legal blood alcohol limit. Through aggressive representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a traffic offense instead.
Our client was terminated for allegedly missing a safety meeting without prior notice. At the hearing, we demonstrated that, even if true, this infraction did not warrant termination under the employer’s own policy. As a result, we prevailed, securing a favorable outcome for our client.
After a traffic stop, our client was subjected to field sobriety tests and a breath test, which registered in the high-tier OVI range. Through a thorough investigation, we uncovered significant issues with the breath test procedure. Leveraging these findings, we successfully obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to resolve the case with a non-moving citation instead.
Another client was wrongly accused of unemployment fraud, facing a substantial overpayment demand from ODJFS. Through the appeal process, we successfully reversed the determination, eliminating the repayment claim and securing a fair outcome for our client.
ODJFS accused our client of fraudulently receiving unemployment benefits, demanding repayment for alleged overpayments. We appealed this determination, won the case, and had the overpayment claim eliminated.
Our client, a commercial driver, faced losing both his CDL and his job due to an OVI charge. We fought vigorously on his behalf, achieving a dismissal of the OVI, vacating his administrative license suspension, and ultimately saving his CDL and career.
Our client faced serious third-in-ten OVI charges after a police officer questioned him and a urine test allegedly detected substances over the legal limit. However, our analysis revealed a lack of probable cause—the officer approached our client simply because he’d been parked at a gas station for an hour, deemed “suspicious.” Leveraging this and other issues, we moved forward with a suppression motion hearing, ultimately securing a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client resolved the case with a non-moving citation, avoiding jail time, license suspension, points, and vehicle forfeiture.
Our client was involved in a minor accident that led to building damage. After his arrest, he declined a breath test and faced a second-in-ten OVI charge with severe penalties. Through thorough investigation, we gathered witness testimony confirming he’d only had two beers over more than three hours. By highlighting the weaknesses in the State’s case and preparing for a jury trial, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges on the eve of trial. Our client avoided an OVI conviction, jail time, and points on his license.
After our client was involved in an accident on a snowy day, responding police quickly initiated an OVI investigation, and she ultimately provided an over-the-limit breath test. Our thorough analysis uncovered critical issues with both the investigation and test results, which we presented at a suppression motion hearing. As a result, the OVI charges were dismissed, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead—avoiding points on her license, an OVI conviction, and a lengthy suspension.
Our client faced high-tier OVI charges, which would have resulted in mandatory jail time, a year-long license suspension, points on her license, a significant fine, and a lasting OVI record. Through dedicated representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead and sparing her from these severe penalties.
ODJFS accused our client of fraudulently collecting unemployment benefits and demanded repayment. We appealed the decision, successfully overturned the claim, and eliminated the overpayment.
Another client faced accusations of fraud and was ordered to repay her unemployment benefits. We appealed this decision, won the case, and eliminated the overpayment demand entirely.
To qualify for unemployment, a claimant must be able to work, available for work, and actively seeking work. Our client was denied benefits after ODJFS exaggerated a minor medical issue, wrongly concluding she was unable to work. At the hearing, we demonstrated that she was fully capable of working despite her condition. As a result, we prevailed, and our client received the benefits she deserved.
Our client was wrongfully accused of fraud when applying for unemployment benefits. We appealed the decision, demonstrated that no fraud occurred, and successfully secured the approval of his benefits.
Our client received Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) benefits in 2020. She was later shocked to receive a Determination from the unemployment agency that she had been overpaid and had committed fraud. We immediately filed an appeal on her behalf and fought vigorously to protect her rights. We are pleased to report that we prevailed, and our client's benefits were approved!
Our client received multiple determinations from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) stating she was required to repay all the pandemic unemployment benefits she had received. These notices arrived long after she had stopped collecting benefits, causing her to miss the appeal deadline. We took immediate action: filing an appeal, representing her at a hearing, and demonstrating valid reasons for the delayed appeal. Our efforts led to a successful reversal of the overpayment decision, ensuring our client did not have to repay the benefits.
Our client faced termination based on allegations from co-workers regarding statements she allegedly made. At the hearing, we demonstrated that the employer did not adhere to its own progressive discipline policy, neglected to conduct a thorough investigation, failed to speak with our client prior to issuing disciplinary action, and could not provide credible evidence supporting the allegations. As a result, we successfully won the hearing, securing unemployment compensation for our client.
In another case, we successfully appealed an unemployment fraud determination, resulting in the elimination of an overpayment exceeding $16,000. Our efforts relieved our client of a substantial financial burden by overturning the initial decision.
Another client of ours received a fraud determination from ODJFS, resulting in a significant overpayment demand. We filed an appeal on her behalf, successfully contested the determination, and ultimately eliminated the overpayment, relieving her of the financial burden.
One of our clients was issued a determination from ODJFS alleging fraud in her unemployment application, with a demand to repay all benefits received. We swiftly filed an appeal and succeeded in reversing the determination, confirming that she was rightfully entitled to the benefits she collected.
Our client received a notice from ODJFS accusing her of fraud and demanding repayment of all unemployment benefits she had received. We promptly appealed this decision, representing her throughout the process. Our appeal was successful, and as a result, the fraud allegation was overturned, eliminating her obligation to repay any benefits.
Our client was stopped for alleged speeding, a license plate light issue, and weaving within his lane. This led to field sobriety tests, an arrest, and requests for both breath and urine samples. After thoroughly analyzing his case, we identified significant issues with the field sobriety tests, as well as favorable points related to the breath and urine tests. Our efforts resulted in a full dismissal of the OVI charge. In the end, our client only pled to the minor citations for speeding and a license plate light, with a combined fine of just $75.
Our client was stopped by a State Trooper for allegedly rolling through a stop sign and red light. This led to field sobriety tests, an arrest, and a breath sample that registered over the legal limit. However, after reviewing the dash cam footage, we found the reasons for the stop were questionable at best. Using this evidence, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charge, with our client instead pleading to a non-moving citation. This outcome spared our client from an OVI on their record, the requirement to complete a driver intervention program, a year-long license suspension, and points on their driving record.
Our client faced a fraud accusation from ODJFS, along with a demand to repay all of his unemployment benefits. We promptly filed an appeal and successfully contested the claim, resulting in the complete elimination of the overpayment requirement.
Our client’s unemployment benefits were halted when ODJFS alleged he had committed fraud. We promptly appealed and represented him in a hearing, where we successfully contested the fraud determination. As a result, the fraud allegation was removed, and his benefits were restored.
Years after receiving unemployment benefits, our client was confronted by an ODJFS claim alleging fraud due to a supposed failure to verify his identity. We challenged this unfounded determination, filed an appeal, and successfully eliminated the overpayment demand, resolving the matter in our client’s favor.
Another client of ours faced an impending overpayment demand from ODJFS, which claimed she committed fraud in her unemployment application. We demonstrated that this was unfounded, prevailed in her appeal, and eliminated the overpayment entirely.
Our client was terminated largely due to mistakes made by other employees, yet her employer appealed her unemployment benefits. We represented her at the hearing, where the Hearing Officer sided with us, stating, "Specifically, the expectations were not reasonable. The employer has not established that the claimant was directly responsible for either incident the claimant's supervisor cited at the hearing." Thanks to this ruling, our client retained her right to unemployment benefits.
Our client, under the legal drinking age, was stopped by police, subjected to field sobriety tests, and provided a breath sample over the legal limit. However, our investigation uncovered multiple procedural issues: the police failed to conduct the required 20-minute observation period before administering the breath test, and the unusually high test result was inconsistent with her appearance on video. Additionally, the officer suspiciously turned off his body camera during the breath test. These findings led to a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client only pled to a speeding and non-moving citation, avoiding any license suspension or OVI on her record.
Long after receiving her unemployment compensation, our client was notified that her benefits were allegedly overpaid and that she had committed fraud. We represented her in a hearing, where we successfully demonstrated her entitlement to the benefits. As a result, the fraud determination was overturned, affirming her right to the compensation she received.