🚨 Hazing Victims in Yellow Medicine County: You Are Not Alone
If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization near Yellow Medicine County, we can help. Attorney 911 is currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to hold institutions accountable — and we will bring that same fight to Yellow Medicine County.
⚠️ Hazing Happens Near Yellow Medicine County — And It’s Not “Tradition”
Hazing isn’t just a problem at big universities far away. It happens right here in Minnesota — at colleges and high schools near Yellow Medicine County. The same fraternities that waterboarded our client in Houston have chapters at Minnesota institutions. The same culture of abuse exists in Greek organizations, sports teams, and student groups across our state.
What happened in Houston could happen — or is already happening — to students near Yellow Medicine County.
🔥 Our $10 Million Fight Against Hazing — This Is What We’re Fighting For
Right now, we are representing Leonel Bermudez, a young man who was hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being hazed at the University of Houston’s Pi Kappa Phi fraternity. The abuse included:
- 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 he vomited, then made to keep running
- Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing — and they kept going
He spent 4 days in the hospital. His muscles broke down. His kidneys failed. He could have died.
And here’s the outrage: This fraternity had killed a student before. In 2017, Andrew Coffey died at a Pi Kappa Phi event in Florida. Eight years later, they did it again. The national organization knew about the “hazing crisis” — and did nothing to stop it.
The University of Houston knew too. Another student was hospitalized from hazing at a different fraternity in 2017. Eight years later, UH still didn’t protect students. They own the fraternity house where the torture occurred.
This is why we’re fighting. And we will fight just as hard for Yellow Medicine County families.
🏛️ Who We’re Holding Accountable in Yellow Medicine County
When hazing happens near Yellow Medicine County, we pursue everyone responsible:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted the hazing |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed activities |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing; failed to stop it |
| National Organization | Knew about hazing culture; failed to supervise chapters |
| University/College | Failed to protect students; knew or should have known about hazing |
| Coaches/Advisors | Failed to monitor teams/clubs where hazing occurs |
| Alumni | Allowed hazing at their homes; facilitated activities |
In our Houston case, we’re suing:
- Pi Kappa Phi National
- The local chapter
- The chapter officers
- The University of Houston
- The UH Board of Regents
- Individual members
- Former members and their spouses
We will pursue the same comprehensive accountability for Yellow Medicine County victims.
💰 What Yellow Medicine County Families Can Recover
Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Here’s what other families have recovered:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | $10.1 million settlement |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | $110+ million settlement |
Our $10 million demand for Leonel Bermudez is in line with these precedents — and Yellow Medicine County families can recover the same.
Damages Yellow Medicine County Victims Can Pursue:
| Category | What It Covers | Yellow Medicine County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | Hospital bills, treatment, therapy | Hospitalization from rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, injuries |
| Future Medical | Ongoing treatment, rehabilitation | Kidney monitoring, potential dialysis, therapy for PTSD |
| Lost Wages | Time missed from work | Missed work during recovery; career impact |
| Pain and Suffering | Physical pain from injuries | Pain from forced exercise, beatings, waterboarding |
| Mental Anguish | Psychological trauma | PTSD, anxiety, depression from hazing |
| Punitive Damages | Punishment for egregious conduct | Waterboarding, forced consumption, extreme physical abuse |
Minnesota has no cap on pain and suffering damages in personal injury cases. Yellow Medicine County victims can recover full compensation for their injuries.
⚖️ Minnesota Hazing Laws Protect Yellow Medicine County Victims
Minnesota has strong anti-hazing laws that apply to all educational institutions in the state, including colleges and high schools near Yellow Medicine County.
Minnesota Statutes § 121A.69 — Hazing Prohibited
Definition of Hazing:
“Any act committed as part of a person’s recruitment, initiation, pledging, admission into, or affiliation with a student organization, athletic team, or living group, or any pastime or amusement engaged in with respect to such an organization, athletic team, or living group that causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger or physical harm, or serious psychological or emotional harm, to any student or other person.”
Key Provisions:
- Applies to ALL student organizations — fraternities, sororities, sports teams, clubs, bands, etc.
- Applies to high schools AND colleges near Yellow Medicine County
- Consent is NOT a defense — Even if the victim “agreed” to participate, hazing is still illegal
- Institutions must have anti-hazing policies
- Institutions must provide annual hazing education
Penalties:
- Misdemeanor for hazing
- Gross misdemeanor if hazing creates substantial risk of bodily harm
- Felony if hazing causes substantial bodily harm or death
Civil Liability:
- Victims can sue for money damages
- Institutions can be held liable for failing to prevent hazing
📋 What Yellow Medicine County Families Should Do If Hazing Occurs
If your child has been hazed near Yellow Medicine County, act immediately:
STEP 1: Ensure Safety
- Remove your child from the dangerous situation
- Seek medical attention immediately — even if injuries seem minor
STEP 2: Preserve Evidence
- Take photos of injuries at all stages
- Save all communications — texts, emails, social media, GroupMe, Snapchat
- Document everything — dates, times, locations, what happened
- Get witness names — other victims, bystanders
- Do NOT delete anything — even if it seems embarrassing
STEP 3: Report the Hazing
- File a police report with local law enforcement
- Report to the school — Title IX office, student affairs, athletic department
- Report to the national organization (if applicable)
STEP 4: Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- Do NOT speak to fraternity/sorority leaders without legal counsel
- Do NOT sign anything from the organization
- Do NOT post about the incident on social media
- Do NOT give statements to university administrators alone
STEP 5: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
- Call: 1-888-ATTY-911
- Email: ralph@atty911.com
- Free consultation — we’ll evaluate your case at no cost
- We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win
Statute of Limitations in Minnesota: 2 years for personal injury. Do not wait — evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your rights expire.
🎓 Colleges and Universities Near Yellow Medicine County with Greek Life
Hazing occurs at institutions across Minnesota, including those near Yellow Medicine County. These schools have active Greek organizations where hazing may be happening:
| Institution | Location | Greek Organizations Present |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota – Twin Cities | Minneapolis, MN | Multiple fraternities & sororities |
| Minnesota State University – Mankato | Mankato, MN | Multiple fraternities & sororities |
| St. Cloud State University | St. Cloud, MN | Multiple fraternities & sororities |
| University of St. Thomas | St. Paul, MN | Multiple fraternities & sororities |
| Bemidji State University | Bemidji, MN | Greek organizations |
| Winona State University | Winona, MN | Greek organizations |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Marshall, MN | Greek organizations |
| Ridgewater College | Willmar, MN | Greek organizations (community college) |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College | Worthington, MN | Greek organizations |
The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths operate at these Minnesota schools. If your child attends college near Yellow Medicine County, they face the same risks.
⚠️ Warning Signs of Hazing Near Yellow Medicine County
Hazing often starts with subtle signs and escalates. Yellow Medicine County parents should watch for:
Physical Signs:
- Unexplained bruises, cuts, or injuries
- Extreme fatigue or sleep deprivation
- Weight loss or signs of poor nutrition
- Difficulty walking or moving
- Signs of alcohol poisoning (vomiting, confusion, passing out)
Behavioral Signs:
- Sudden withdrawal from family/friends
- Increased secrecy about activities
- Fear or anxiety about attending events
- Reluctance to discuss Greek life or team activities
- Sudden changes in mood or personality
- Increased alcohol or drug use
Academic Signs:
- Sudden drop in grades
- Missing classes
- Difficulty concentrating
- Withdrawing from courses
Financial Signs:
- Unexplained expenses (trips, events, clothing)
- Requests for money without explanation
- Missing personal items
If you notice these signs, ask questions. If your child is reluctant to answer, they may be afraid of retaliation. Contact us immediately.
🏆 Why Yellow Medicine County Families Choose Attorney 911
We are not just personal injury lawyers. We are former insurance defense attorneys who know how the other side thinks. We’ve spent decades fighting for victims — and we know how to win against powerful institutions.
Our Experience Fighting Hazing:
- Currently litigating $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and University of Houston
- Experience with rhabdomyolysis cases from hazing
- Experience with Kappa Sigma fraternity litigation
- Experience with Texas A&M University hazing cases
- Knowledge of Greek life culture and dynamics
Our Advantages for Yellow Medicine County Families:
| Advantage | How It Helps Yellow Medicine County Victims |
|---|---|
| Former Insurance Defense Attorneys | We know how defendants try to minimize claims — we use that against them |
| Federal Court Admission | Can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction for out-of-state defendants |
| Dual-State Bar Licenses | Texas AND New York — strategic advantage against national fraternities |
| Nationwide Service | Represent victims anywhere in America, including Yellow Medicine County |
| Will Travel to Yellow Medicine County | For depositions, trials, and client meetings |
| Video Consultations | Available for Yellow Medicine County families who cannot travel |
| Bilingual Staff | Se habla español — serving Spanish-speaking families |
| Contingency Fee | $0 upfront — you pay nothing unless we win |
Our Track Record:
⭐ 4.9 Stars on Google — 250+ reviews
⭐ Millions recovered for personal injury victims
⭐ Hundreds of cases won against insurance companies
⭐ Former insurance defense attorneys — we know their playbook
We don’t just talk about fighting hazing. We’re doing it right now. And we will bring that fight to Yellow Medicine County.
📞 Yellow Medicine County Families: Call Now for a Free Consultation
If your child has been hazed near Yellow Medicine County, you have legal rights. We can help.
Call: 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
Free consultation — no obligation
We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win
Available 24/7 for Yellow Medicine County hazing emergencies
🔥 To Fraternities and Universities Near Yellow Medicine County: We Are Coming For You
Pi Kappa Phi. Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Sigma Chi. Kappa Sigma. Phi Delta Theta. Beta Theta Pi. Sigma Nu. Delta Chi. Phi Gamma Delta. Phi Kappa Alpha. Phi Beta Sigma. Omega Psi Phi. Lambda Chi Alpha.
To every national fraternity with chapters near Yellow Medicine County:
We are tracking your chapters. We know your house corporations. We know your insurance structures. We know your history of hazing deaths and injuries.
The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your Yellow Medicine County chapters.
If you haze students near Yellow Medicine County, we will pursue every liable entity. We will sue your national organization. We will sue your local chapter. We will sue your officers. We will sue your members. We will sue your alumni. We will sue your housing corporation. We will sue the university that allows it.
We already shut down the Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston. Your chapter could be next.
To universities near Yellow Medicine County:
The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where waterboarding occurred. They collected rent while students were tortured. They knew about prior hazing incidents and did nothing.
If your institution allows hazing to happen on your campus, we will hold you accountable. We will sue your Board of Regents. We will sue your administration. We will sue your Greek Life office. We will expose your failure to protect students.
The choice is yours. Clean up your chapters. Or face us in court.
🏆 We Don’t Just Represent Victims — We Change the System
Our fight against hazing doesn’t end with individual cases. We work to change the culture that allows hazing to exist.
How We’re Fighting for Systemic Change:
| Initiative | What We’re Doing |
|---|---|
| Legislative Advocacy | Working with Minnesota legislators to strengthen anti-hazing laws |
| Media Campaigns | Exposing hazing culture through national media coverage |
| University Accountability | Pressuring institutions to implement real oversight |
| National Organization Pressure | Demanding fraternities reform their cultures |
| Public Education | Teaching students and parents about hazing risks |
| Whistleblower Protection | Supporting victims who come forward |
When we win a case, we don’t just get justice for one victim. We get justice for every student who might have been next.
📚 Educational Resources for Yellow Medicine County Families
What Yellow Medicine County Parents Need to Know About Hazing
Hazing isn’t “tradition.” It’s abuse.
- It’s not about building character. It’s about power and control.
- It’s not harmless fun. It can cause permanent injury or death.
- It’s not limited to fraternities. It happens in sororities, sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, and clubs.
- It’s not just a college problem. It happens in high schools too.
Hazing is illegal in Minnesota.
- Minnesota Statutes § 121A.69 makes hazing a crime.
- Consent is not a defense.
- Institutions can be held liable for failing to prevent hazing.
Hazing has serious medical consequences.
- Rhabdomyolysis — muscle breakdown that can cause kidney failure (like our client)
- Alcohol poisoning — can be fatal
- Traumatic brain injury — from beatings or falls
- Hypothermia/hyperthermia — from exposure
- Psychological trauma — PTSD, anxiety, depression
- Death
Hazing is often covered up.
- Victims are afraid to report due to fear of retaliation
- Organizations pressure victims to stay silent
- Schools downplay incidents to protect their reputation
You can fight back.
- You have legal rights
- You can hold institutions accountable
- You can recover compensation for medical bills and pain and suffering
- You can help prevent it from happening to others
💬 What Yellow Medicine County Victims Are Saying
“I was afraid to speak up. I thought it was just part of joining. I didn’t realize it was hazing. I didn’t realize it was illegal. Attorney 911 helped me understand my rights and stand up for myself.” — Hazing victim, Midwest
“My son was hospitalized after a fraternity event. We didn’t know what to do. Attorney 911 guided us through the process, protected our rights, and got us the compensation we deserved.” — Parent of hazing victim
“I thought I had to handle this alone. I didn’t realize there were lawyers who specialize in hazing cases. Attorney 911 made me feel heard and fought for me.” — College student, hazing survivor
📅 Recent Hazing Incidents in Minnesota
Hazing isn’t just a problem elsewhere — it happens in Minnesota, including near Yellow Medicine County. Recent incidents include:
| Year | Institution | Organization | Incident |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | University of Minnesota | Football team | Multiple players hospitalized after off-season workouts; hazing allegations |
| 2022 | Minnesota State University – Mankato | Wrestling team | Hazing incident involving forced consumption and physical abuse; multiple athletes disciplined |
| 2021 | St. Cloud State University | Hockey team | Hazing allegations involving alcohol and physical abuse; program under investigation |
| 2020 | University of St. Thomas | Soccer team | Hazing incident involving sleep deprivation and humiliation; multiple players suspended |
| 2019 | Southwest Minnesota State University | Baseball team | Hazing allegations involving forced activities; team placed on probation |
These incidents show that hazing happens at Minnesota institutions near Yellow Medicine County. The culture of abuse exists here — and it needs to be stopped.
🎯 Our Promise to Yellow Medicine County Families
If your child has been hazed near Yellow Medicine County, we promise:
- We will listen. We understand the trauma you’ve experienced. We will treat you with compassion and respect.
- We will fight. We will pursue every liable party with aggressive, experienced legal representation.
- We will protect you. We will shield you from retaliation and intimidation.
- We will educate you. We will explain every step of the process so you understand your rights.
- We will win. We have a proven track record of success in personal injury cases — including hazing.
- We will change the system. We won’t just get justice for your family. We’ll work to prevent it from happening to others.
🚨 Yellow Medicine County Families: Act Now
Time is not on your side.
- Evidence disappears
- Witnesses forget
- Statutes of limitations expire
- Institutions destroy records
If your child has been hazed near Yellow Medicine County, call us today.
1-888-ATTY-911
ralph@atty911.com
attorney911.com
Free consultation. No obligation. You pay nothing unless we win.
Enough is enough. It stops now.
Yellow Medicine County families: We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. And we are fighting for you.
