🚨 Hazing Victims in Towns County, Georgia — You Are Not Alone
A fraternity at a university near Towns County just hospitalized a student through brutal hazing. We’re fighting them in court right now — and we will fight for Towns County families too.
If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization near Towns County, you have legal rights. The same fraternities that operate at universities near Towns County have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries. The same negligence exists at Towns County-area institutions.
We are Attorney 911 — personal injury attorneys based in Texas with a nationwide reach. We’re currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We will bring the same aggressive representation to Towns County families.
⚠️ What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Towns County
On November 6, 2025, a University of Houston student was hospitalized with kidney failure after being subjected to extreme hazing by Pi Kappa Phi fraternity. The hazing included:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning
- Being struck with wooden paddles
- Forced to perform 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then forced to continue running
- Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing — they kept going
The student spent four days in the hospital with rhabdomyolysis — a life-threatening condition where muscle tissue breaks down and damages the kidneys.
This same fraternity — Pi Kappa Phi — has chapters at universities near Towns County. The same national fraternities that engage in this behavior operate across Georgia. If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near Towns County, they face the same risks.
📢 Towns County Parents: You Have the Right to Fight Back
Hazing is not “tradition.” It is not “boys being boys.” It is not “building character.” It is abuse. It is assault. It is sometimes criminal.
And when it happens, the fraternity, the national organization, the university, and the individuals involved can all be held legally and financially responsible.
We have successfully represented hazing victims and their families in multi-million dollar cases. We know how to build these cases. We know how to hold institutions accountable. We are fighting this fight right now — and we will fight for Towns County families with the same determination.
🔍 What Counts as Hazing in Georgia?
Georgia law defines hazing as any intentional, reckless, or negligent act that endangers the mental or physical health of a student for the purpose of initiation, admission, or affiliation with any organization. This includes:
- Physical abuse: Beating, paddling, branding, excessive exercise, exposure to extreme weather
- Forced consumption: Alcohol, drugs, food, or non-food substances
- Psychological abuse: Humiliation, sleep deprivation, isolation, threats
- Sexual abuse: Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
- Dangerous activities: Waterboarding, blindfolded activities, confinement in small spaces
If your child experienced any of these near Towns County, they were hazed — and you may have a legal case.
🏛️ Who Can Be Held Responsible for Hazing Near Towns County?
When hazing occurs, multiple parties can be held legally liable, including:
| Party | Why They’re Liable | Towns County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing | Same fraternities operate near Towns County |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture | Same nationals oversee Towns County-area chapters |
| University/College | Failed to protect students; failed to enforce anti-hazing policies | Same institutions near Towns County have oversight responsibility |
| Individual Members | Participated in or facilitated hazing | Same individuals at Towns County-area chapters |
| Chapter Advisors | Failed to supervise; allowed hazing to continue | Same structure exists near Towns County |
| House Corporations | Owned property where hazing occurred | Same property ownership models exist near Towns County |
In our Houston case, we are suing all of these parties — and we will do the same for Towns County families.
💰 How Much Is a Hazing Case Worth?
Hazing cases can result in significant financial compensation for victims and their families. The amount depends on factors like:
- Severity of injuries
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Psychological trauma
- Impact on education and career
- Whether the victim died
- Whether the organization knew about prior hazing
- Whether there was a cover-up
Recent hazing settlements and verdicts nationwide:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | $110+ million (estimated) |
| Adam Oakes | Virginia Commonwealth | Delta Chi | $4+ million |
Our current case seeks $10 million — and we believe Towns County families deserve the same level of compensation.
⏳ Towns County Families: Time Is Running Out
Georgia has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. This means you typically have only 2 years from the date of the hazing incident to file a lawsuit.
If you wait too long, you lose your right to sue forever.
Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Organizations destroy records.
Don’t let the people who hurt your child get away with it. Call us today.
🛡️ How We Protect Towns County Hazing Victims
When you hire Attorney 911 to represent your family, we:
- Preserve Evidence Immediately — We send preservation letters to all defendants demanding they keep all texts, photos, videos, and communications
- Build a Strong Case — We work with medical experts, hazing culture experts, and accident reconstruction professionals
- Handle All Communications — We deal with the fraternity, the university, and their lawyers so you don’t have to
- Fight for Maximum Compensation — We pursue every possible source of recovery, including national organizations, universities, and insurance policies
- Travel to Towns County — We come to you for depositions, meetings, and court appearances
- Offer Remote Consultations — If you can’t travel, we can meet by video
- Work on Contingency — You pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case
📞 Towns County Hazing Victims: Call Now for a Free Consultation
If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any organization near Towns County, call us immediately.
Free consultation. Confidential. No obligation.
☎️ 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
We serve hazing victims nationwide, including Towns County, Georgia. Distance is not a barrier to justice.
🔥 To Fraternities and Universities Near Towns County:
We are watching. We are coming.
The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapters near Towns County.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Chi, Phi Gamma Delta, Sigma Nu, Delta Chi — if your chapter operates near Towns County, know that Attorney 911 represents victims across America.
The UH chapter that hospitalized our client? They’re now shut down. Your chapter could be next.
🎓 To Towns County Students and Families:
You are not alone. You are not powerless. You have rights.
What happened to you was wrong. It was illegal. It was not your fault.
Let us help you fight back. Let us help you hold them accountable. Let us help you get justice.
Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today. The consultation is free. The call is confidential. The help is real.
🏛️ Universities Near Towns County with Greek Life — You Have Been Warned
Towns County is located in the northeastern mountains of Georgia, near the North Carolina border. While Towns County itself is rural and does not have a major university, several colleges and universities with active Greek life are located within a reasonable distance:
| University | Location | Distance from Towns County | Greek Life Presence |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Georgia (UNG) | Dahlonega, GA | ~30 miles | Active Greek system |
| Young Harris College | Young Harris, GA | ~15 miles | Active Greek life |
| Truett McConnell University | Cleveland, GA | ~25 miles | Greek organizations |
| North Georgia Technical College | Clarkesville, GA | ~40 miles | Limited Greek presence |
| Georgia Tech | Atlanta, GA | ~120 miles | Major Greek system |
| University of Georgia | Athens, GA | ~100 miles | Major Greek system |
| Clemson University | Clemson, SC | ~100 miles | Major Greek system |
These institutions have the same responsibility to protect students from hazing as universities nationwide. Many of the same national fraternities and sororities that have paid millions in hazing settlements operate chapters at these schools.
If hazing is occurring at these universities, we will hold them accountable — just as we’re doing in Houston.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Towns County Families
Q: My child was hazed but doesn’t want to report it. Should we still call a lawyer?
A: YES. Many hazing victims are afraid of retaliation or social consequences. You don’t have to report to the university or police to pursue a civil lawsuit. A lawyer can help you understand your options and protect your child’s rights without requiring immediate public disclosure.
Q: The fraternity said my child “consented” to the hazing. Does that mean we can’t sue?
A: NO. Consent is not a defense to hazing in Georgia. Even if your child agreed to participate, Georgia law explicitly states that consent does not excuse hazing. The fraternity is legally responsible for the harm they caused, regardless of consent.
Q: We’re not in Texas. Can Attorney 911 still help us?
A: YES. While we are based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Georgia. We have federal court authority and can pursue cases in any state. We will travel to Towns County for your case.
Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer?
A: $0 upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery, so there’s no financial risk to you.
Q: What if the hazing happened a while ago?
A: Call us immediately. Georgia has a 2-year statute of limitations, but there may be exceptions depending on when you discovered the injury or if the victim was a minor. The sooner you call, the better we can protect your rights.
Q: Can we sue the university even if they didn’t know about the hazing?
A: YES. Universities have a duty to protect students from foreseeable harm. If they failed to implement adequate oversight of Greek life, they can be held liable even if they didn’t know about the specific incident. In our Houston case, we’re suing the university for exactly this reason.
Q: What if my child was hazed at a high school near Towns County?
A: You may still have a case. High school hazing is also illegal in Georgia. Call us to discuss your situation.
Q: We’re worried about retaliation. How do you protect us?
A: We take retaliation concerns very seriously. We can:
- Send cease-and-desist letters to anyone threatening retaliation
- File motions to protect your identity if needed
- Pursue additional claims for retaliation or intimidation
- Work with law enforcement if threats are criminal
Your safety and peace of mind are our priority.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed Near Towns County
If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any organization near Towns County, follow these steps immediately:
1. Seek Medical Attention
- Even if injuries seem minor, get a medical evaluation
- Some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) may not show symptoms immediately
- Medical records create critical documentation for your case
2. Preserve All Evidence
- Do not delete anything — texts, social media messages, photos, videos
- Take screenshots of all communications about the hazing
- Save any physical evidence (clothing, objects used in hazing)
- Write down everything your child remembers about what happened
3. Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer
- They will try to get your child to sign documents or give statements
- They may offer a settlement that is far below what your case is worth
- Anything your child says can be used against them in court
4. Call Attorney 911 Immediately
- 1-888-ATTY-911
- We will send preservation letters to all parties demanding they keep evidence
- We will guide you through the next steps
- We will handle all communications with the fraternity and university
5. Consider Reporting (Optional)
- You are not required to report to the university or police to pursue a civil lawsuit
- If you choose to report, we can help you do so safely
- Reporting can create additional documentation for your case
🏆 Why Towns County Families Choose Attorney 911
✅ We Are Fighting This Fight Right Now
We are currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the battle right now.
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides to represent victims. We know their playbook — and we use it against them.
✅ Nationwide Reach
We represent hazing victims across America, including in Georgia. We will travel to Towns County for your case.
✅ Federal Court Authority
We are admitted to U.S. District Court, giving us the ability to pursue cases in federal jurisdiction when needed.
✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses
Licensed in Texas and New York — strategic advantage for pursuing national fraternities headquartered in other states.
✅ Proven Results
We have recovered millions of dollars for personal injury victims, including in complex cases against large institutions.
✅ Compassionate Representation
We understand the trauma hazing victims and families experience. We treat every client like family.
✅ Contingency Fee — $0 Upfront
You pay nothing unless we win your case. No financial risk to you.
✅ Se Habla Español
Our staff is bilingual. We can serve Spanish-speaking families in Towns County without language barriers.
📞 Towns County Hazing Victims: Call Now Before It’s Too Late
The clock is ticking. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Your rights expire.
Don’t let the people who hurt your child get away with it.
Call Attorney 911 today for a free, confidential consultation.
☎️ 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve hazing victims nationwide — including in Towns County, Georgia. You are not alone. We are here to help.
🔥 A Final Message to Towns County Families
To the parents of Towns County:
You sent your child to college expecting them to be safe. You trusted the university. You trusted the fraternity or sorority. You trusted that these institutions would protect your child.
That trust was betrayed.
Your child was subjected to abuse. They were humiliated. They were physically and psychologically harmed. They may have lasting scars — physical, emotional, or both.
This was not your fault. This was not your child’s fault.
It was the fault of the people who chose to haze. It was the fault of the fraternity that allowed a culture of abuse. It was the fault of the university that failed to protect its students.
But here’s what you need to know: You have the power to fight back. You have the power to hold them accountable. You have the power to make sure this never happens to another Towns County family.
We can help you do that.
We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. We are the lawyers who are fighting this battle right now in Houston — and we are ready to fight for Towns County families with the same determination.
We know how to build these cases. We know how to win. We know how to make them pay.
Call us today. The consultation is free. The call is confidential. The help is real.
You are not alone. We are here for you.
☎️ 1-888-ATTY-911
Enough is enough. It’s time for justice.
