Hazing Lawyers for Benzie County Families – Justice for Victims of Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

🚨 If your child was hazed at a college near Benzie County, you have legal rights. We’re fighting for victims nationwide — including right here in Michigan.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston—proving that fraternities, sororities, and universities can and should be held accountable for the harm they cause. The same fraternities that operate at universities near Benzie County have the same dangerous cultures. Your child’s case deserves the same aggressive legal representation.

📞 Call our hazing hotline now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Free consultation: attorney911.com/hazing

🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Benzie County & Beyond

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “harmless tradition.” It’s abuse, torture, and sometimes manslaughter. And it’s happening at colleges and universities near Benzie County—just like it’s happening across America.

What Hazing Really Looks Like (From Our Current Case)

Our client, Leonel Bermudez, was hospitalized for four days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being subjected to:
✔ Waterboarding with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
✔ Forced to do 500+ squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
✔ Struck with wooden paddles
✔ Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to keep running
✔ Hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth
✔ Threatened with expulsion if he didn’t comply

He wasn’t even a student at the university yet. He was a “ghost rush”—someone the fraternity recruited before he enrolled. They hazed him anyway.

This Same Hazing Happens Near Benzie County

The same fraternities involved in our case—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, and others—have active chapters at universities across Michigan, including near Benzie County. The same dangerous “traditions” that hospitalized our client exist at fraternities and sororities where your child might be pledging.

If your child attends or plans to attend a college near Benzie County, they face the same risks.

💔 Why Benzie County Families Need a Hazing Lawyer

1. Universities & Fraternities Will Try to Silence You

When hazing happens, universities and Greek organizations move quickly to protect themselves—not your child. They may:
❌ Pressure your child to stay quiet (“It’s just tradition—don’t ruin it for everyone”)
❌ Destroy evidence (deleting texts, erasing security footage)
❌ Offer a quick, lowball settlement to make the problem go away
❌ Blame your child (“They consented to it”)

You need a lawyer who knows how they operate—and how to fight back.

2. The Law Is on Your Side (Even in Michigan)

While we’re based in Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide, including in Benzie County. Here’s why you can sue:

📜 Michigan Hazing Laws

Michigan has strict anti-hazing laws (MCL 750.411t) that make hazing a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the severity. Even if your child “consented” to hazing, consent is NOT a defense under Michigan law.

🏛️ Civil Lawsuits for Hazing Injuries

You can sue for:
✅ Medical bills (hospital stays, therapy, long-term care)
✅ Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
✅ Lost wages (missed work, career impact)
✅ Punitive damages (to punish the organization for egregious conduct)

3. Multi-Million Dollar Settlements Are Possible

Hazing cases win big when victims fight back. Recent examples:
💰 $10.1 million – Stone Foltz (Bowling Green State University, Pi Kappa Alpha)
💰 $6.1 million – Maxwell Gruver (LSU, Phi Delta Theta)
💰 $110+ million – Timothy Piazza (Penn State, Beta Theta Pi)

Our current case seeks $10 million. The same compensation is possible for Benzie County families.

🏢 Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Benzie County?

When hazing happens, multiple parties are responsible—and we sue them all.

We don’t just sue the fraternity—we sue everyone who enabled the abuse.

⚠️ What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Benzie County

🚨 Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

Even if injuries seem minor, get your child checked by a doctor. Some hazing injuries (like rhabdomyolysis or alcohol poisoning) can be life-threatening if untreated.

📱 Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

✅ Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence
✅ Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs)
✅ Get witness names and contact info
✅ Do NOT delete anything—even if it’s embarrassing

🚫 Step 3: Don’t Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer

Universities and fraternities will try to control the narrative. They may:
❌ Ask your child to sign a waiver
❌ Offer a quick, low settlement
❌ Pressure them to stay quiet

Do NOT let them manipulate your child. Call us first.

📞 Step 4: Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately

Time is critical. Michigan has a statute of limitations (usually 3 years for personal injury), but evidence disappears fast. The sooner we get involved, the stronger your case will be.

📞 Call now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

💬 What Benzie County Families Are Saying About Hazing

“We thought it was just ‘tradition’—until our son ended up in the hospital. The fraternity told us not to say anything. Attorney 911 fought for us when no one else would.” — Parent of a hazing victim (Texas)

“I was afraid to speak up because I didn’t want to be blacklisted. My lawyer made sure I got the medical help I needed and held the fraternity accountable.” — Hazing survivor (Ohio)

“The university tried to sweep it under the rug. My attorney made sure they couldn’t.” — Student hazed at a Michigan university

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing Lawsuits in Benzie County

❓ Can I sue if my child was hazed but not seriously injured?

Yes. Even if your child wasn’t hospitalized, they may have suffered emotional distress, PTSD, or other harm that justifies compensation.

❓ What if my child “consented” to hazing?

Consent is NOT a defense under Michigan law. Even if your child agreed to participate, the fraternity can still be held liable.

❓ How much does a hazing lawyer cost?

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis—you don’t pay unless we win your case.

❓ Can I sue if the hazing happened off-campus?

Yes. Hazing laws apply on or off campus, including at private homes, hotels, or other locations.

❓ What if the fraternity is already suspended?

It doesn’t matter. Even if the chapter is closed, the national organization, university, and individuals can still be sued.

❓ Can I sue if my child was hazed at a different university?

Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Michigan. Wherever the hazing happened, we can help.

🏆 Why Benzie County Families Choose Attorney 911

✅ We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to win these cases.

✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

We know how insurance companies and universities try to minimize claims—because we used to work for them. Now we use that knowledge to fight for victims.

✅ Federal Court Authority

We’re admitted to U.S. District Court, meaning we can pursue cases anywhere in the country—including Benzie County.

✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses (Texas & New York)

This gives us strategic advantages when suing national fraternities and universities.

✅ We Come to You

We’ll travel to Benzie County for depositions, meetings, and trials—distance is not a barrier.

✅ Se Habla Español

We provide bilingual legal services for Spanish-speaking families.

📞 Benzie County Hazing Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911

If your child was hazed at a college near Benzie County, call us now.

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

Free consultation. No upfront costs. We don’t get paid unless you win.

🚨 Fraternities & Sororities Near Benzie County: We’re Watching You

To the fraternities and sororities operating near Benzie County—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma, and others:

We know what you’re doing. The same hazing that hospitalized our client in Texas is happening in your chapters. The same “traditions” that led to multi-million dollar lawsuits are alive in Michigan.

We are coming for you.

If you haze students in Benzie County, we will:
✔ Sue your chapter
✔ Sue your national organization
✔ Sue your university
✔ Sue your officers personally
✔ Sue your alumni
✔ Sue your insurance companies

We have the evidence. We have the legal firepower. And we will not stop until justice is served.

The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston? Shut down after our lawsuit. Your chapter could be next.

📢 Share This Page to Protect Other Benzie County Families

Hazing thrives in secrecy. Break the silence.

🔗 Share this page with parents, students, and anyone who needs to know their rights.
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📞 If you know someone who was hazed, tell them to call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Together, we can end hazing in Benzie County and beyond.

📍 Serving Benzie County & All of Michigan

While we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Benzie County and across Michigan. We’ll travel to you for depositions, meetings, and trials.

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