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Prison isn't automatic for a first-time felony in Ohio. 🏛️Ohio's sentencing framework favors alternatives for many first...
06/14/2026

Prison isn't automatic for a first-time felony in Ohio. 🏛️

Ohio's sentencing framework favors alternatives for many first-time offenders. For fourth and fifth-degree felonies, community control is presumed unless aggravating factors apply. Without a prior record, factors suggesting reoffending risk often don't exist, opening doors to community-based alternatives.

One thing that helps: document everything positive. Employment history, community involvement, education, family responsibilities. Your attorney can present this as mitigating evidence during sentencing.

Facing a first-time felony charge in Cincinnati? Call Yonas & Phillabaum at 513-427-6100.

This is not legal advice; this is a legal advertisement.

⚠️ Myth: If you were partly at fault for your accident, you can't recover anything.Fact: In Ohio, you can still pursue c...
06/11/2026

⚠️ Myth: If you were partly at fault for your accident, you can't recover anything.

Fact: In Ohio, you can still pursue compensation as long as your fault doesn't exceed 50%. Under Ohio's modified comparative negligence system, your damages are reduced by your percentage of responsibility, but partial fault doesn't automatically disqualify your claim.

One thing to watch: insurance adjusters often try to shift more blame onto you to reduce what they owe. Be cautious about giving recorded statements before speaking with an attorney.

If you've been injured in a Cincinnati accident and have questions about shared fault, call Yonas & Phillabaum at 513-427-6100.

This is not legal advice; this is a legal advertisement.

🎙 We had a fantastic time attending the Cincinnati Open House and celebrating alongside their incredible team!It was g...
06/10/2026

🎙 We had a fantastic time attending the Cincinnati Open House and celebrating alongside their incredible team!

It was great getting a behind-the-scenes look at the station, connecting with other community members, and joining in the excitement as we continue celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Thank you to Q102 for hosting such a fun and welcoming event—we're grateful to have been included!

At Yonas & Phillabaum, we're proud to support local organizations and events that help bring our community together.

Searching for a "DUI" lawyer in Ohio? That charge doesn't technically exist here.❌ Myth: Ohio has DUI charges just like ...
06/04/2026

Searching for a "DUI" lawyer in Ohio? That charge doesn't technically exist here.

❌ Myth: Ohio has DUI charges just like other states.

✅ Fact: Ohio calls it OVI, Operating a Vehicle under the Influence. The term matters because "operating" means more than just driving. Even sitting in a parked car with the engine running could lead to charges under Ohio law.

If you're facing OVI charges in Cincinnati, understanding the legal language is just the start. An experienced defense attorney can challenge the stop, the tests, and the evidence.

Call Yonas & Phillabaum at 513-427-6100 to discuss your case.

This is not legal advice; this is a legal advertisement.

Please join us in welcoming Trish Riley and Angelina Finnerty to the Yonas & Phillabaum team! 🎉Trish joins us as an Asso...
06/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming Trish Riley and Angelina Finnerty to the Yonas & Phillabaum team! 🎉

Trish joins us as an Associate Attorney with experience across multiple practice areas, while Angelina supports our clients as an Intake Paralegal, helping keep everything running smoothly.

We’re excited to have them both on board—welcome to the team! 👏

An arrest in Cincinnati is overwhelming, but it's the beginning of a legal process, not the final word on your case.Afte...
06/01/2026

An arrest in Cincinnati is overwhelming, but it's the beginning of a legal process, not the final word on your case.

After being taken to the Hamilton County Justice Center, you'll go through booking, fingerprinting, and formal documentation of charges. Throughout this process, you have the right to remain silent beyond basic identifying information and the right to speak with an attorney.

If you or a loved one has been arrested, call Yonas & Phillabaum at 513-427-6100 to discuss your situation.

This is not legal advice; this is a legal advertisement.

The process after a felony arrest in Hamilton County looks different than most people expect.Unlike misdemeanors, felony...
05/29/2026

The process after a felony arrest in Hamilton County looks different than most people expect.

Unlike misdemeanors, felony cases must go before a grand jury. This panel reviews the evidence and decides whether there's enough to formally indict. If they don't indict, the felony charges may not move forward at all.

Here's what matters: The time between your arrest and a potential indictment isn't dead time. A defense attorney can use this window to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and start building your defense before formal charges are even filed.

If you or someone you love is facing felony charges in Cincinnati, call Yonas & Phillabaum at 513-427-6100.

This is not legal advice; this is a legal advertisement.

Think you're safe from OVI charges because you weren't driving? Ohio law says otherwise.Many don't realize that falling ...
05/26/2026

Think you're safe from OVI charges because you weren't driving? Ohio law says otherwise.

Many don't realize that falling asleep in your vehicle after a night out, engine running, keys in the ignition, can result in criminal charges. Ohio distinguishes between "operating" and "driving," and courts interpret this broadly.

Two legal theories apply: prosecutors may argue you were "operating" the vehicle, or cite Ohio's "physical control" statute covering impaired individuals who could set a vehicle in motion.

Don't assume a parked car means an open-and-shut case against you.

Contact Yonas & Phillabaum at 513-427-6100 for a case evaluation.

This is not legal advice; this is a legal advertisement.

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our countr...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸❤️
Their courage allows us to serve our community, stand for justice, and help protect what matters most.
From all of us at Yonas & Phillabaum LLC, we wish you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect on the true meaning of this day.
Join us in honoring our heroes—feel free to share a message of remembrance below.

🚔 Facing an OVI charge in Ohio? Prior convictions can have a major impact on your case. Ohio uses a 10-year lookback per...
05/21/2026

🚔 Facing an OVI charge in Ohio? Prior convictions can have a major impact on your case. Ohio uses a 10-year lookback period to determine penalties for repeat OVI offenses — and understanding how it works could make all the difference.

Our latest infographic breaks down:
✔️ How prior OVI convictions are counted
✔️ When the 10-year period begins
✔️ How repeat offenses increase penalties
✔️ Why timing matters in your case

Read more here:https://ypattorneys.com/what-is-ohios-10-year-lookback-period-for-ovi-cases/

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