Hazing Justice for Lincoln County, Maine Families

Aggressive Legal Representation for Hazing Victims in Maine’s Coastal Communities

🚨 Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines — And Neither Do We

Lincoln County families: If your child was hazed at a college, university, or Greek organization near Lincoln County, you’re not alone. The same fraternities that hospitalized our client in Texas operate chapters across New England — including near Lincoln County. The same negligence that failed students in Houston exists in Maine.

We are Attorney 911. We’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. Now, we’re bringing that same fight to Lincoln County — and we’re ready to represent Maine families who have suffered from hazing.

You don’t have to face this alone. Call us now: 1-888-ATTY-911

🏛️ The Hazing Crisis in Lincoln County, Maine — And Beyond

Lincoln County is home to families who value hard work, community, and education. Parents send their children to college expecting them to be safe — not to be waterboarded, forced to drink until they vomit, or subjected to extreme physical abuse in the name of “tradition.”

But hazing isn’t just a problem in Texas. It’s happening right here in New England.

Universities Near Lincoln County with Greek Life Presence:

While Lincoln County itself is a coastal community with a strong maritime heritage, many Lincoln County families send their children to nearby universities where Greek life thrives, including:

• University of Maine (Orono) – Home to multiple fraternities and sororities, including chapters of national organizations like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and others.
• University of Southern Maine (Portland/Gorham) – Active Greek system with multiple chapters.
• Colby College (Waterville) – Though a smaller school, Greek life and student organizations exist.
• University of New England (Biddeford) – Growing Greek presence.
• Bowdoin College (Brunswick) – While Bowdoin has no traditional Greek system, student organizations and athletic teams have faced hazing allegations in the past.

The same national fraternities involved in our Texas case — Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and others — have active chapters at universities near Lincoln County.

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority in Maine, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

💔 What Hazing Really Looks Like — A Lincoln County Family’s Nightmare

Our client, Leonel Bermudez, wasn’t even a University of Houston student yet. He was a “ghost rush” — a prospective member expected to transfer for the upcoming semester. But that didn’t stop Pi Kappa Phi from subjecting him to weeks of torture disguised as “initiation.”

What Happened to Leonel — And What Could Happen to a Lincoln County Student:

This isn’t “tradition.” It’s abuse. And it’s happening at universities near Lincoln County.

⚖️ Maine Hazing Laws — What Lincoln County Families Need to Know

Maine has strong laws against hazing, but many families don’t realize their legal rights until it’s too late.

Maine’s Anti-Hazing Law (Title 20-A §6602)

Definition of Hazing in Maine:

Any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them, regardless of a person’s willingness to participate.

Key Points for Lincoln County Families:
✅ Consent is NOT a defense — Even if a student “agreed” to participate, hazing is still illegal.
✅ Hazing is a crime — Can be charged as a Class D misdemeanor (up to 364 days in jail and fines).
✅ Organizations can be held liable — Fraternities, sororities, and even universities can face civil lawsuits.
✅ Schools must report hazing — Maine law requires schools to report hazing incidents to law enforcement.

If your child was hazed in Maine, they have legal rights — and we can help you enforce them.

💰 Why Lincoln County Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. We’re Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW — And Winning

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the courtroom fighting for victims today. Lincoln County families get the same aggressive representation.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys — We Know Their Playbook

Both of our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know how they try to deny claims, delay payments, and minimize settlements. We use that knowledge to fight for you.

3. Federal Court Authority — We Can Pursue Lincoln County Cases Anywhere

While we’re based in Texas, we’re admitted to federal court and can represent hazing victims nationwide — including in Maine. We travel to Lincoln County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.

4. Dual-State Bar Admission — Texas AND New York

This gives us a strategic advantage when suing national fraternities headquartered in different states.

5. We Speak Spanish — Se Habla Español

Many Lincoln County families speak English as a second language. We provide bilingual legal services so language barriers don’t prevent justice.

6. Contingency Fee Representation — $0 Upfront for Lincoln County Families

We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case. No hourly fees, no retainers. We take the risk so you can focus on healing.

7. We’ve Won Millions for Injury Victims — Including Against Powerful Institutions

• BP Texas City Explosion – Represented victims in multi-billion-dollar litigation
• Wrongful Death Cases – Recovered millions for grieving families
• Catastrophic Injury Cases – Secured compensation for life-altering injuries
• Criminal Defense – Hundreds of cases dismissed or reduced

Now, we’re applying that same expertise to hazing cases — and we’re ready to fight for Lincoln County families.

📋 What Lincoln County Families Should Do If Their Child Was Hazed

Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
• Hazing can cause rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, concussions, and psychological trauma — symptoms may not appear right away.
• Medical records are critical evidence.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Hazing cases are won or lost on evidence. Save everything:

✅ Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs – Screenshots of all communications about hazing.
✅ Photos and videos – Injuries, hazing activities, fraternity house, anything suspicious.
✅ Social media posts – Even if deleted, we can subpoena records.
✅ Witness information – Names and contact info of other pledges, friends, or bystanders.
✅ Medical records – Hospital visits, doctor’s notes, therapy records.
✅ Fraternity documents – Pledge manuals, schedules, any written rules.

DO NOT:
❌ Delete any messages or posts
❌ Talk to the fraternity or university without legal counsel
❌ Sign anything from the organization
❌ Post about the incident on social media

Step 3: Do NOT Confront the Organization Alone

Fraternities, sororities, and universities have teams of lawyers whose job is to protect the institution — not your child. They will try to:

• Get your child to sign a waiver
• Pressure them to stay quiet
• Destroy evidence
• Intimidate witnesses

Before talking to anyone, call us: 1-888-ATTY-911

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

Hazing cases have strict deadlines — in Maine, you typically have 6 years for personal injury claims, but don’t wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and organizations cover their tracks.

Call us now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

🏆 Who We Can Sue for Lincoln County Hazing Victims

Hazing cases often involve multiple defendants — and we pursue them all.

We don’t just sue broke college students — we go after the deep pockets: the national organizations, the universities, and the insurance companies.

💵 What Lincoln County Families Can Recover in a Hazing Lawsuit

Hazing victims and their families may be entitled to millions in compensation, including:

Economic Damages (Quantifiable Losses)

• Medical bills – Hospital stays, ER visits, therapy, future treatment
• Lost wages – Time missed from work during recovery
• Educational costs – Tuition refunds, lost scholarships
• Future medical expenses – Dialysis, kidney transplants, long-term therapy

Non-Economic Damages (Pain and Suffering)

• Physical pain – From injuries, medical treatment, recovery
• Emotional distress – PTSD, anxiety, depression, fear of retribution
• Humiliation – From degrading hazing activities
• Loss of enjoyment of life – Inability to participate in normal activities

Punitive Damages (Punishment for Egregious Conduct)

If the hazing was especially cruel or reckless, juries can award additional damages to punish the defendants and deter future misconduct.

Our $10 million demand in the Texas case is based on precedent — hazing cases have resulted in multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements nationwide.

📜 Recent Hazing Cases That Prove Lincoln County Families Can Win

1. Stone Foltz – $10.1 Million (Ohio, 2021)

• Fraternity: Pi Kappa Alpha
• University: Bowling Green State University
• What Happened: Forced to drink entire bottle of alcohol; died from alcohol poisoning
• Outcome: $2.9M from university, $7.2M from fraternity
• Lesson for Lincoln County: Universities and fraternities both pay when hazing kills.

2. Maxwell Gruver – $6.1 Million Jury Verdict (Louisiana, 2017)

• Fraternity: Phi Delta Theta
• University: Louisiana State University
• What Happened: “Bible Study” drinking game; BAC 0.495 (6x legal limit); died from alcohol poisoning
• Outcome: $6.1M jury verdict; Max Gruver Act (hazing now a felony in Louisiana)
• Lesson for Lincoln County: Juries award millions when hazing is egregious.

3. Timothy Piazza – $110+ Million (Pennsylvania, 2017)

• Fraternity: Beta Theta Pi
• University: Penn State
• What Happened: Forced to drink 18 drinks in 82 minutes; fell down stairs; fraternity waited 12 hours to call 911
• Outcome: $110M+ settlement; Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law
• Lesson for Lincoln County: Security footage = strong evidence = big settlements.

4. Andrew Coffey – Same Fraternity as Our Case (Florida, 2017)

• Fraternity: Pi Kappa Phi (same as our Texas case)
• University: Florida State University
• What Happened: Forced to drink entire bottle of bourbon; died from alcohol poisoning
• Outcome: Chapter closed; multiple criminal charges
• Lesson for Lincoln County: Pi Kappa Phi has a documented history of deadly hazing — and they still haven’t fixed their culture.

🛡️ How We Protect Lincoln County Hazing Victims

1. We Handle All Communications

• Universities and fraternities have teams of lawyers trying to minimize your claim.
• We deal with them so you don’t have to.
• You will never speak to an insurance adjuster or fraternity lawyer without us present.

2. We Preserve Evidence Before It Disappears

• Text messages get deleted
• Social media posts get taken down
• Fraternities “lose” documents
• We send preservation letters immediately to lock in evidence.

3. We Work with Medical and Psychological Experts

• Rhabdomyolysis specialists – Document the long-term impact of muscle breakdown
• Kidney specialists – Assess future medical needs
• Trauma therapists – Evaluate PTSD, anxiety, depression
• Economic experts – Calculate lost wages, future earning potential

4. We Pursue Every Defendant — Not Just the Obvious Ones

Many law firms only sue the local chapter. We go after:

• The national organization (deep pockets)
• The university (they own the property)
• The individual members (personal liability)
• The insurance companies (multiple policies = multiple recoveries)

5. We’re Not Afraid to Go to Trial

Most hazing cases settle — but if the defendants won’t offer fair compensation, we will take them to court. We have:

• 25+ years of trial experience (Ralph Manginello)
• Former insurance defense insight (Lupe Pena)
• A track record of winning big verdicts

🎯 Why Lincoln County Families Need Us — Now

1. Evidence Disappears Fast

• Fraternities delete group chats
• Universities “lose” reports
• Witnesses forget details
• The sooner you call us, the more evidence we can preserve.

2. Maine’s Statute of Limitations is Running

• In Maine, you typically have 6 years to file a personal injury lawsuit.
• But don’t wait — the longer you delay, the harder it is to build a strong case.

3. The Organization Will Try to Silence Your Child

• They’ll pressure them to sign waivers
• They’ll offer “apologies” with strings attached
• They’ll threaten social retaliation
• We protect your child from intimidation.

4. Other Victims May Be Out There

• In our Texas case, another pledge collapsed unconscious during hazing.
• If your child was hazed, others likely were too.
• Your case could help protect future Lincoln County students.

📞 Lincoln County Families: Call Us Now — Before It’s Too Late

This is a legal emergency. Every day you wait is a day closer to losing your rights.

Free, Confidential Consultation — No Obligation

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

We Come to Lincoln County

• We offer video consultations for Lincoln County families
• We travel to Lincoln County for depositions, trials, and client meetings
• Distance is not a barrier to justice

$0 Upfront Cost — We Only Get Paid If You Win

We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

🔥 To Lincoln County Fraternities and Universities: We Are Watching

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — if your chapter operates near Lincoln County, know this:

We are currently suing Pi Kappa Phi for $10 million after a student was waterboarded and hospitalized with kidney failure. We know your “traditions.” We know your playbook. And we know how to hold you accountable.

If you haze students in Maine, we will find you. We will sue you. And we will win.

The Beta Nu chapter at UH? Shut down. Charter surrendered. Criminal referrals initiated. That’s what happens when you haze in America.

Your chapter near Lincoln County could be next.

💙 To Lincoln County Parents: Your Child Deserves Justice

You sent your child to college expecting them to be safe. Instead, they were tortured in the name of “brotherhood” or “sisterhood.”

This isn’t their fault. It’s not your fault. The blame lies with the organizations that allowed — and encouraged — this abuse.

We understand the pain Lincoln County families are feeling. We understand the rage. And we’re here to turn that pain into accountability, compensation, and change.

Call us now. Let’s fight for your child — together.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

📌 Serving Lincoln County, Maine — And All of New England

Offices in: Houston, Austin, Beaumont (Texas) — Serving Lincoln County remotely and in-person
Practice Areas: Hazing Litigation, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death
Languages: English, Spanish (Se Habla Español)

Attorney 911 — Legal Emergency Lawyers™
For Lincoln County families facing hazing emergencies, we move FIRST, FAST, and DECISIVELY.