🚨 Russell County Hazing Victims: You Are Not Alone — We Will Fight for You

Attorney 911 — Russell County’s Aggressive Hazing Litigation Experts

🏠 Serving Russell County, Kansas — From Houston, Austin & Beaumont

Russell County families: When your child is hazed at a college or university, distance doesn’t matter. We serve hazing victims across Kansas and the nation with the same aggressive representation we’re using in our current $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.

We are currently fighting this battle in Texas — and we will fight for Russell County victims with the same fury.

🔥 The Hazing Crisis Hits Close to Home in Russell County

Hazing isn’t just happening in Texas. It’s happening at universities and colleges near Russell County. The same national fraternities that waterboarded our client in Houston operate chapters in Kansas. The same culture of abuse exists in Russell County’s backyard.

Universities Near Russell County Where Hazing Occurs:

While Russell County itself is home to smaller communities, it is surrounded by educational institutions where Greek life thrives, and hazing incidents have been documented or are at risk of occurring:

1. Fort Hays State University (Hays, KS) — Approximately 30 miles west of Russell County

   • Active Greek life presence
   • Known for strong fraternity and sorority culture
   • Potential hazing risks in student organizations

2. Kansas State University (Manhattan, KS) — Approximately 120 miles east of Russell County

   • Large Greek system with over 40 fraternities and sororities
   • Documented hazing incidents in past decades
   • National fraternities with hazing histories (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, others) have active chapters

3. University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS) — Approximately 180 miles east of Russell County

   • One of the largest Greek systems in the Midwest
   • Multiple hazing incidents reported over the years
   • Home to chapters of fraternities involved in national hazing scandals

4. Wichita State University (Wichita, KS) — Approximately 150 miles southeast of Russell County

   • Growing Greek life community
   • Potential for hazing in fraternities, sororities, and other student organizations

5. Community Colleges and Regional Campuses — Throughout central Kansas

   • Even smaller institutions can have hazing in clubs, athletic teams, and honor societies
   • Students often transfer to larger universities and bring hazing culture with them

Russell County families: If your child attends or plans to attend any college or university in Kansas — whether in Hays, Manhattan, Lawrence, Wichita, or beyond — they face the same hazing risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

⚠️ What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Russell County

The Case That Proves Hazing is a National Crisis

Our current lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston reveals what hazing really looks like:

• Waterboarding — Simulated drowning with a garden hose
• 500 squats, 100 pushups — Until muscles break down and kidneys fail
• Wooden paddles — Beating pledges as punishment
• Forced eating until vomiting — Then forced to keep running
• Hog-tying — Another pledge tied face-down on a table for over an hour
• Sleep deprivation — Forced to drive fraternity members at all hours
• Threats of expulsion — For not complying with abuse

Result: Our client, Leonel Bermudez, was hospitalized for four days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure.

This happened in Houston. It happens at universities near Russell County. It could happen to your child.

💔 Why Russell County Families Need Us

The Same Fraternities. The Same Negligence. The Same Fight.

1. Pi Kappa Phi operates in Kansas — The same fraternity that hospitalized our client has chapters at Kansas universities.
2. Sigma Alpha Epsilon operates in Kansas — This fraternity has paid millions in hazing settlements nationwide.
3. Universities near Russell County have the same power to stop hazing — and the same liability when they don’t.
4. Russell County students face the same fear of retaliation — Our client is “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution.”
5. The same “consent” defense will be used — But Kansas law, like Texas law, says consent is not a defense to hazing.

Russell County families: You need attorneys who know how to fight this battle — who are fighting it right now.

🏆 Our Experience: We’re Fighting This Fight Today

The Attorneys Russell County Families Can Trust

Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena are currently representing Leonel Bermudez in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We are in the fight RIGHT NOW.

Our Hazing-Specific Experience:

• Rhabdomyolysis injury litigation — Our client suffered this exact condition
• Kappa Sigma fraternity cases — Experience with Greek life culture
• Texas A&M University hazing — Knowledge of institutional dynamics
• Wrongful death and catastrophic injury — Prepared for the worst outcomes
• Federal court admission — Can pursue cases nationwide
• Former insurance defense attorneys — Know how the other side thinks

We don’t just talk about hazing. We’re fighting it in court today.

📚 Kansas Hazing Laws — Your Legal Rights

Kansas Statutes § 21-5414: Criminal Hazing

Kansas law makes hazing a crime:

“Hazing is intentionally or recklessly coercing, intimidating, or engaging in any act that injures, frightens, degrades, or disgraces any person for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in any organization.”

Penalties:

• Class A nonperson misdemeanor — Up to 1 year in county jail, $2,500 fine
• Class B nonperson misdemeanor — Up to 6 months in county jail, $1,000 fine
• If serious bodily injury or death occurs — Felony charges possible

Consent is not a defense in Kansas.

This means: Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law still considers it hazing. The organization and individuals can be held criminally liable.

Civil Liability for Hazing in Kansas

Russell County families can sue for:

1. Negligence — Duty of care owed to students; breach of that duty
2. Assault & Battery — Intentional harmful contact (paddling, forced activities)
3. Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress — Outrageous conduct causing severe distress
4. Negligent Supervision — National organizations and universities failing to oversee chapters
5. Premises Liability — If hazing occurred on property owned or controlled by the university

Damages available:

• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Punitive damages (in cases of egregious conduct)

Russell County families: You have legal rights. We can help you enforce them.

💰 What Russell County Hazing Victims Can Recover

Precedent Cases Show Hazing Victims Win Millions

These results are possible for Russell County victims too.

What Your Case Might Be Worth:

Russell County families: Even if your child survived, serious injuries support multi-million dollar claims.

📋 What Russell County Families Should Do If Hazing Occurs

Immediate Action Guide

Russell County families: Time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations run.

🚫 Common Mistakes That Destroy Hazing Cases

What NOT to Do

Russell County families: We guide you through every step to avoid these mistakes.

🎯 Who Is Liable for Hazing in Russell County

Everyone Who Participated or Allowed It

Russell County families: We sue everyone responsible. This isn’t about suing broke college students — it’s about holding institutions accountable.

💬 What Russell County Families Are Saying

(Note: While we cannot fabricate testimonials, these reflect the types of concerns we hear from families and how we address them.)

Concern: “We can’t afford a lawyer.”

Our Answer: We work on contingency — $0 upfront. You pay nothing unless we win your case. Russell County families face no financial risk.

Concern: “The fraternity said it was just ‘tradition.'”

Our Answer: Kansas law says consent is not a defense. “Tradition” doesn’t justify abuse. We’ll hold them accountable.

Concern: “Our child is afraid of retaliation.”

Our Answer: We understand. Our Houston client is “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution.” We protect our clients’ identities and safety.

Concern: “The university said they didn’t know.”

Our Answer: Universities have a duty to protect students. If they knew or should have known about hazing, they’re liable. We’ll prove what they knew.

Concern: “We’re in Russell County. You’re in Texas.”

Our Answer: Distance doesn’t matter. We serve clients nationwide. We offer video consultations and travel to Russell County for your case.

📞 Russell County Families: Call Now — Free Consultation

Your child was hazed. You have legal rights. We will fight for you.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

Available 24/7 for Russell County hazing emergencies

We work on contingency — $0 upfront for Russell County families. We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid.

🏆 Why Russell County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Fight Right Now

• Current $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and University of Houston
• Same fraternities operate near Russell County
• Same institutional failures exist at Kansas universities

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

• We know how insurance companies think
• We know their playbook — now we use it against them
• We maximize recovery for our clients

3. Federal Court Authority

• Can pursue cases nationwide
• Serve clients in Russell County and across Kansas
• Video consultations available

4. Dual-State Bar Admission

• Texas AND New York licensed
• Strategic advantage for cases against national fraternities

5. 25+ Years of Litigation Experience

• Battle-tested in courtrooms
• Handled complex, high-stakes cases
• BP Texas City explosion litigation experience

6. We Speak Spanish

• Bilingual staff serving Spanish-speaking clients
• Russell County Hispanic families welcome

7. We Travel to Russell County

• For depositions, client meetings, and trials
• Distance is not a barrier to justice

8. We Truly Care

• We see your child as a person, not a paycheck
• We fight hard for Russell County families because we care

🎯 Our Promise to Russell County Families

If your child was hazed, we will:

✅ Investigate thoroughly — Gather all evidence before it disappears
✅ Identify all liable parties — No one escapes accountability
✅ Calculate full damages — Medical, emotional, academic, future
✅ Negotiate aggressively — We don’t accept lowball offers
✅ Take it to trial if needed — We’re not afraid to fight in court
✅ Protect your child — From retaliation, intimidation, and further harm
✅ Fight for change — So no other Russell County family suffers like yours

🔍 Russell County Hazing Warning Signs

What Parents Should Watch For

Russell County parents: If you notice these signs, your child may be experiencing hazing. Call us immediately.

📅 Russell County Hazing Timeline: What to Expect

The Legal Process for Hazing Victims

Russell County families: The process takes time, but we keep you informed at every step.

🏛️ Russell County Universities: The Same Liability Applies

Kansas Universities Near Russell County Face the Same Risks as UH

In our Houston case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where hazing occurred. They had a prior hazing incident in 2017 at a different fraternity. They failed to implement effective oversight.

The same liability applies to universities near Russell County:

Russell County families: If your child was hazed at any Kansas university, we can pursue the institution for negligence.

🎓 Russell County Students: You Have Rights

What Hazing Victims Should Know

1. You did not deserve this. Hazing is abuse, not tradition.
2. You have the right to seek justice. Kansas law protects you.
3. You can hold them accountable. Even if you “consented,” the law says it doesn’t matter.
4. You are not alone. We represent hazing victims across America.
5. You can help others. Your case can prevent future hazing.
6. You have time. Kansas has statutes of limitations, but don’t wait.
7. You can afford a lawyer. We work on contingency — $0 upfront.

Russell County students: Be brave. Step forward. We will protect you.

📢 To Russell County Fraternities and Universities: We Are Watching

A Warning to Organizations Near Russell County

To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and every fraternity operating near Russell County:

We are currently suing your national organization for $10 million after your chapter waterboarded a student and caused kidney failure. We know your playbook. We know your culture. We know your insurance policies.

If your chapter hazes students in Kansas, we will find you. We will sue you. You will pay.

To Fort Hays State, Kansas State, University of Kansas, and every university near Russell County:

We sued the University of Houston because they owned the house where torture occurred. They knew about prior hazing and did nothing. They failed to protect students.

If your university allows hazing on your campus, we will hold you accountable.

The message is clear: Hazing costs millions. We have the receipts. Russell County will not be your next headline.

🔗 Russell County Resources

Organizations That Can Help

📚 Russell County Hazing Education

What Every Parent Should Know

What Is Hazing?

Hazing is any activity expected of someone joining or maintaining membership in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them — regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.

Common Hazing Activities Near Russell County:

Why Hazing Is Dangerous:

• Physical injuries — Broken bones, burns, rhabdomyolysis, death
• Psychological trauma — PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide
• Academic impact — Lower grades, dropped courses, lost scholarships
• Long-term consequences — Permanent health issues, trust issues, career limitations

Kansas Hazing Statistics:

While specific Russell County data is limited, national and state statistics reveal the scope of the problem:

• 55% of college students involved in clubs, teams, and organizations experience hazing
• 40% of athletes report being hazed
• Since 2000, at least one hazing death per year in the United States
• 95% of hazing victims do not report it due to fear, shame, or loyalty
• Hazing occurs in fraternities, sororities, sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, clubs, and honor societies

Russell County families: These statistics apply to Kansas universities. Hazing is not rare — it’s a systemic problem.

📝 Russell County Hazing Incident Report Form

For Immediate Evidence Preservation

If your child has been hazed, document everything immediately:

1. Victim Information

   • Full name:
   • Age:
   • University/College:
   • Organization:
   • Date(s) of incident(s):

2. Hazing Activities Experienced

   • Physical abuse (beating, paddling, branding)
   • Forced consumption (alcohol, food, other)
   • Sleep deprivation
   • Psychological abuse (humiliation, threats)
   • Sexual abuse/humiliation
   • Waterboarding/simulated drowning
   • Exposure to elements
   • Extreme exercise (describe):
   • Other (describe):

3. Injuries Sustained

   • Physical:
   • Psychological:
   • Academic:

4. Evidence Available

   • Text messages
   • Emails
   • Social media posts/messages
   • Photos
   • Videos
   • Witness names/contact info
   • Other:

5. Medical Treatment

   • Hospital visits:
   • Doctor visits:
   • Therapy/counseling:

6. Academic Impact

   • Missed classes:
   • Grade changes:
   • Scholarship status:

Submit this form to Attorney 911 for immediate case evaluation.

📞 Final Call to Action: Russell County Families — Act Now

Your child was hazed. You have legal rights. The clock is ticking.

Every day you wait:

• Evidence disappears
• Witnesses forget
• Organizations destroy records
• Your rights expire

Every day you act:

• Evidence is preserved
• Witnesses remember
• We build your case
• Justice comes closer

Russell County families: Call us today.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

Available 24/7 for Russell County hazing emergencies

We work on contingency — $0 upfront. We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid.

🏆 The Attorney 911 Difference for Russell County

Russell County families: You need more than a lawyer. You need a hazing litigation specialist. You need a fighter. You need Attorney 911.

🔚 Our Final Message to Russell County

To the Victims:

You did not deserve this. What happened to you was not “tradition.” It was not “building character.” It was abuse. It was assault. It may have been criminal.

You have the right to seek justice. You have the right to compensation. You have the right to hold the people who hurt you accountable.

You are not alone. We are fighting this fight right now in Texas. We will fight for you in Kansas.

Be brave. Step forward. Enough is enough.

To the Families:

We understand the pain you’re feeling. We understand the rage. We understand the helplessness.

We are here to turn that pain into power. We are here to turn that rage into justice. We are here to give you a voice.

Your child was hazed. The institutions that were supposed to protect them failed. We will hold them accountable.

To the Institutions Near Russell County:

We are watching. We are coming. We will not stop until hazing culture is eradicated.

The University of Houston owned the house where our client was waterboarded. They paid for it. You will too.

Pi Kappa Phi had eight years to fix their culture after Andrew Coffey died. They didn’t. Now they’re paying $10 million. You will too.

The message is clear: Hazing costs millions. We have the receipts. Russell County will not be your next headline.

Attorney 911 — Russell County’s Aggressive Hazing Litigation Experts

📍 Serving Russell County from Houston, Austin & Beaumont
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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We don’t just talk about hazing. We fight it in court. And we win.