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Matthew C. Bangerter

Matthew C. Bangerter, Esq., is the lead attorney and owner of Fortress Law Group, LLC, where he focuses on criminal defense, OVI/DUI, and appellate matters. Licensed in Ohio since 2007, he represents clients in Willoughby and Cleveland. A graduate of The University of Akron School of Law, Mr. Bangerter combines 18 years of courtroom experience with advanced scientific training to analyze complex evidence. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2014 to 2017 and remains active in state and local bar associations.

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From Headlights to Handcuffs: Ohio OVI Defense and DUI Testing Explained

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Last Modified on Feb 04, 2026

Over the past five years, there have been 67,149 OVI car crashes, 3,468 of which were fatal. There have been 90,513…

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Breath Tests Explained: Know Before You Decide

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Last Modified on Feb 04, 2026

What is a breath test? Essentially, a breath test measures the alcohol in a person’s breath and uses that to estimate…

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What Happens When You Get A DUI in Ohio? 2026

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Last Modified on Jan 06, 2026

Getting hit with a DUI in Ohio means you're staring down fines that can drain your bank account, possible jail time,…

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From Arrest to Appeal: How Ohio Students Can Navigate Campus Disciplinary Hearings After Criminal Charges

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Last Modified on Nov 07, 2025

When efforts to diminish an Ohio student’s criminal charges fail, parents are often left wondering how Ohio students can navigate campus…

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Drug Possession vs. Distribution: How Ohio Schools Discipline Students

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Last Modified on Nov 06, 2025

When an otherwise good college student makes a bad choice, one single mistake can result in a life-altering disciplinary action. When…

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Underage Drinking, DUIs, and Student Parties: Legal Consequences in Ohio

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Last Modified on Nov 05, 2025

No parent wants to get the call in the middle of the night that their student has been arrested. Unfortunately, underage…

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