Hazing Victim Legal Support in Muskegon County, Michigan
Fraternity & Sorority Hazing Lawyers Serving Muskegon County Families
If your child was hazed at a college or university near Muskegon County, you are not alone. Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now—and we will fight for Muskegon County families with the same aggression.
We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure from extreme physical abuse, waterboarding, and forced exercise. The same fraternities and sororities operate on campuses near Muskegon County. The same negligence exists at Michigan institutions. And we are ready to hold them accountable for Muskegon County families.
🚨 Muskegon County Families: This Is What Hazing Looks Like
In our current case, a fraternity pledge was:
- Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
- Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
- Struck with wooden paddles as punishment
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to keep running
- Hog-tied face-down on a table for over an hour
- Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure
This didn’t just happen in Texas. It happens at universities near Muskegon County. And we will fight for your child just like we’re fighting in Houston.
📍 Why Muskegon County Families Need a Hazing Lawyer Now
1. Hazing Is Not “Tradition”—It’s Abuse
Hazing is not about “building brotherhood.” It’s assault, battery, and sometimes torture. If your child was subjected to:
- Extreme physical punishment (forced exercise, paddling, branding)
- Forced alcohol or drug consumption (binge drinking, chugging)
- Psychological torture (humiliation, sleep deprivation, isolation)
- Sexual abuse (forced nudity, sexual acts, harassment)
- Dangerous stunts (blindfolded activities, “lineups,” “hell week”)
This is not harmless fun. This is a crime—and you can sue.
2. Universities & Greek Organizations Near Muskegon County Are Liable
Colleges and universities near Muskegon County have a legal duty to protect students. When they fail, they can be held accountable. In our Houston case:
- The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where hazing occurred
- They had a prior hazing incident in 2017 (another student hospitalized)
- They did nothing to stop it—and now another student is in the hospital
The same negligence happens at Michigan schools. We will sue them for failing to protect your child.
3. National Fraternities & Sororities Have Deep Pockets
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and other national Greek organizations have:
- Millions in assets
- Liability insurance policies
- A history of paying millions in hazing settlements
They will try to silence you. We won’t let them.
4. The Clock Is Ticking—Statute of Limitations in Michigan
In Michigan, you typically have 3 years to file a personal injury lawsuit (MCL 600.5805). But:
- Evidence disappears fast (texts, photos, witness memories fade)
- Universities and fraternities destroy records
- The longer you wait, the harder it is to win
If your child was hazed, call us NOW.
💰 What Muskegon County Families Can Recover in a Hazing Lawsuit
Hazing victims and their families may be entitled to compensation for:
| Category | Examples | Potential Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Bills | Hospital stays, ER visits, therapy, future treatment | $50,000–$500,000+ |
| Pain & Suffering | Physical pain, emotional trauma, PTSD | $100,000–$2,000,000+ |
| Lost Wages | Missed work, lost internships, career setbacks | $20,000–$500,000+ |
| Educational Damages | Tuition refunds, scholarship loss, academic disruption | $10,000–$200,000+ |
| Punitive Damages | Punishment for egregious misconduct (e.g., waterboarding) | $1,000,000+ |
| Wrongful Death | If hazing led to fatal injuries | $5,000,000+ |
Recent hazing settlements & verdicts:
- $10.1 million – Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
- $6.1 million – Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
- $110 million+ – Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)
Muskegon County families deserve the same justice.
🔍 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Muskegon County
✅ Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately
- Go to the ER if needed—even if injuries seem minor
- Document everything (photos, medical records, symptoms)
- Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can be deadly
✅ Step 2: Preserve Evidence
- Save all texts, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, and social media posts about hazing
- Take photos of injuries, hazing locations, and any objects used (paddles, alcohol bottles, etc.)
- Get names and contact info of witnesses (other pledges, members, bystanders)
- Do NOT delete anything—even if it seems incriminating
✅ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Alone
- They will try to cover it up
- They will pressure your child to stay quiet
- They will destroy evidence
- Anything you say can be used against you in court
✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately
- Free consultation for Muskegon County families
- We come to you—we’ll travel to Muskegon County for meetings
- $0 upfront—we only get paid if we win
- 24/7 emergency line: 1-888-ATTY-911
🏛️ Who We Sue for Muskegon County Hazing Victims
We pursue every liable party, including:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about prior incidents |
| University | Owned/controlled property; failed to protect students |
| Chapter Officers | President, pledgemaster, risk manager—led hazing |
| Individual Members | Participated in or allowed hazing to continue |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes; premises liability |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability |
We don’t just sue broke college students. We go after the institutions with deep pockets.
📅 Michigan Hazing Laws & Your Legal Rights
Michigan Anti-Hazing Law (MCL 750.411t)
- Hazing is a crime in Michigan (misdemeanor or felony, depending on severity)
- Consent is NOT a defense—even if your child “agreed” to participate
- Universities must report hazing incidents—failure to do so is a crime
Civil Lawsuits for Hazing in Michigan
You can sue for:
- Negligence (failure to protect students)
- Assault & Battery (physical abuse)
- Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (psychological torture)
- Premises Liability (if hazing occurred on university-owned property)
- Wrongful Death (if hazing led to fatal injuries)
We know Michigan law—and we will use it to get justice for your family.
🎯 Why Muskegon County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW
- Currently litigating a $10 million hazing case against Pi Kappa Phi and UH
- Same strategies available for Muskegon County families
- We don’t just talk about hazing—we sue fraternities and universities
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys—We Know Their Playbook
- Ralph Manginello & Lupe Pena both worked for insurance companies
- We know how they try to deny claims
- We know how to dismantle their defenses
3. Nationwide Reach—We Serve Muskegon County Families
- Based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont—but we travel for cases
- Federal court authority—can sue national organizations anywhere
- Video consultations available for Muskegon County families
- We come to Muskegon County for depositions, trials, and meetings
4. $0 Upfront—We Only Get Paid If We Win
- No hourly fees
- No retainer
- No risk—we take the case on contingency
- We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid
5. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)
- Bilingual staff available
- No language barriers to justice
🚨 Muskegon County Hazing Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
If your child was hazed at a college or university near Muskegon County, call us NOW.
- Grand Valley State University (Allendale)
- Ferris State University (Big Rapids)
- Central Michigan University (Mount Pleasant)
- Western Michigan University (Kalamazoo)
- Michigan State University (East Lansing)
- University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)
- Aquinas College (Grand Rapids)
- Hope College (Holland)
- Calvin University (Grand Rapids)
We represent hazing victims nationwide. Distance is not a barrier to justice.
📞 Free Consultation for Muskegon County Families
Call now: 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We will travel to Muskegon County to meet with you. We will fight for your child. We will hold them accountable.
Enough is enough.
