Hazing Lawyers in Forsyth County, NC | Attorney 911

Forsyth County Families: You Are Not Alone

Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s not “brotherhood.” It’s not “just a prank.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture. And when it happens to your child at a college or university near Forsyth County, NC, you have the right to fight back.

At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston—a case that has exposed waterboarding, forced exercise to the point of kidney failure, and physical beatings disguised as “pledge activities.” This isn’t just happening in Texas. It’s happening at schools near Forsyth County, NC. And we will bring the same aggressive legal strategy to Forsyth County families.

If your child has been hazed, abused, or hospitalized by a fraternity, sorority, or student organization in Forsyth County, NC—or anywhere in North Carolina—we can help.

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Why Forsyth County Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. We Are Actively Fighting a $10M Hazing Case—Right Now

While other law firms talk about hazing cases, we are actively litigating one—and winning.

• Our client, Leonel Bermudez, was hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being forced to perform 500 squats, 100 pushups, and endure simulated waterboarding at a Pi Kappa Phi fraternity event.
• The same fraternity had a member die from hazing in 2017—yet they did nothing to stop it from happening again.
• The university owned the fraternity house—meaning they had the power (and the legal duty) to stop the abuse. They failed.

This case is happening now. And we’re bringing the same fight to Forsyth County, NC.

2. We Know How to Beat the “Consent” Defense

Fraternities and universities will argue:
❌ “He agreed to participate.”
❌ “He knew what he was signing up for.”
❌ “He could have left at any time.”

But North Carolina law says: CONSENT IS NOT A DEFENSE.

Under North Carolina’s anti-hazing statute (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-35), hazing is a Class 2 misdemeanor—and consent does not excuse the crime. If your child was hazed, the organization is legally responsible, no matter what they claim.

3. We Go After Every Defendant—Not Just the Students

When we sue for hazing, we don’t just go after the students involved. We sue everyone who allowed it to happen:

✅ The local fraternity/sorority chapter – They organized the hazing.
✅ The national organization – They knew about the culture of abuse and failed to stop it.
✅ The university/college – They had the power to prevent hazing but turned a blind eye.
✅ Individual members & officers – They participated, encouraged, or failed to stop the abuse.
✅ Insurance companies – They have deep pockets and must pay for their clients’ negligence.

In our current $10M case, we are suing:

• Pi Kappa Phi National
• The local chapter
• The university (which owned the fraternity house)
• The fraternity president, pledgemaster, and individual members

We will do the same for Forsyth County families.

4. We Have a Proven Track Record of Multi-Million-Dollar Results

We don’t just handle hazing cases—we win them. And we have the results to prove it.

These cases didn’t just win money—they changed laws. The Max Gruver Act made hazing a felony in Louisiana. The Timothy Piazza Law strengthened anti-hazing penalties in Pennsylvania.

We will fight for Forsyth County families to get justice—and to make sure this never happens again.

5. We Serve Forsyth County, NC—No Matter Where the Hazing Happened

We are based in Texas, but we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Forsyth County, NC, and across North Carolina.

• We travel to Forsyth County, NC for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
• We offer free video consultations for Forsyth County families who can’t travel.
• We work on contingency—you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win.

If your child was hazed at a school near Forsyth County, NC—Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University, UNC School of the Arts, or any other institution—we can help.

What Counts as Hazing in North Carolina?

Under North Carolina law (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-35), hazing is defined as:

“Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a student, or a person acting on behalf of a student organization, against another student for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, or continued membership in a student organization.”

Examples of Hazing That Could Happen Near Forsyth County, NC:

✔ Physical abuse – Beatings, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion
✔ Forced consumption – Alcohol poisoning, forced eating/drinking until vomiting
✔ Psychological torture – Sleep deprivation, humiliation, threats of expulsion
✔ Dangerous stunts – Blindfolded activities, extreme weather exposure
✔ Sexual humiliation – Forced nudity, carrying sexual objects, sexual assault
✔ Waterboarding/simulated drowning – (Yes, this has happened—we’re suing over it now)
✔ Sleep deprivation – Forced late-night activities, early-morning servitude
✔ Financial exploitation – Forced payments, theft of personal items

If your child experienced any of these—or anything else that made them feel unsafe, humiliated, or physically harmed—you may have a case.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Forsyth County, NC

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Hazing can cause life-threatening injuries, including:

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
• Alcohol poisoning (can be fatal)
• Traumatic brain injury (from beatings or falls)
• Hypothermia/hyperthermia (from exposure)
• PTSD, anxiety, depression (long-term psychological damage)

If your child is showing any symptoms—severe pain, dark urine, confusion, difficulty breathing—take them to the ER immediately.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Do not delete anything. Fraternities and universities will try to destroy evidence—you must save it now.

✅ Text messages & group chats (GroupMe, Snapchat, WhatsApp, iMessage)
✅ Photos & videos (of injuries, hazing activities, fraternity house)
✅ Social media posts (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook—screenshot everything)
✅ Emails & documents (pledge manuals, rules, schedules)
✅ Witness names & contact info (other pledges, bystanders)
✅ Medical records (hospital bills, doctor’s notes, therapy records)

If you don’t preserve evidence now, it may disappear forever.

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Without a Lawyer

They will try to:
❌ Get you to sign a waiver (so you can’t sue)
❌ Record your statements (to use against you)
❌ Offer a lowball settlement (before you know the full extent of your child’s injuries)
❌ Threaten or intimidate you (to keep you quiet)

Do not speak to them. Do not sign anything. Call us first.

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

The clock is ticking. In North Carolina, you have only 3 years from the date of the hazing incident to file a lawsuit. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Your rights expire.

📞 Call us now for a free, confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911

What Can Forsyth County Families Recover in a Hazing Lawsuit?

1. Medical Expenses (Past & Future)

• Emergency room visits
• Hospital stays
• Surgery & rehabilitation
• Therapy for PTSD, anxiety, depression
• Future medical care (dialysis, kidney transplants, etc.)

2. Pain and Suffering

• Physical pain from injuries
• Emotional trauma from abuse
• Humiliation & degradation
• Loss of enjoyment of life

3. Lost Wages & Future Earning Capacity

• Time missed from work during recovery
• If injuries affect future career opportunities

4. Punitive Damages (To Punish the Defendants)

If the hazing was especially egregious (waterboarding, forced alcohol poisoning, beatings), a jury can award punitive damages to punish the defendants and send a message that this behavior will not be tolerated.

5. Wrongful Death (If Your Child Died from Hazing)

If your child died as a result of hazing, we can file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover:

• Funeral expenses
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of future earnings
• Punitive damages

In our current $10M case, our client survived—but if he had died, the damages would have been even higher.

Schools Near Forsyth County, NC Where Hazing Has Happened (Or Could Happen)

While we cannot comment on specific incidents at these schools without verified information, hazing is a nationwide problem—and Forsyth County, NC, is no exception.

Colleges & Universities Near Forsyth County, NC:

🏫 Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC)
🏫 Winston-Salem State University (Winston-Salem, NC)
🏫 UNC School of the Arts (Winston-Salem, NC)
🏫 Salem College (Winston-Salem, NC)
🏫 High Point University (High Point, NC)
🏫 Guilford College (Greensboro, NC)
🏫 UNC Greensboro (Greensboro, NC)
🏫 North Carolina A&T State University (Greensboro, NC)
🏫 Elon University (Elon, NC)
🏫 Appalachian State University (Boone, NC)
🏫 UNC Chapel Hill (Chapel Hill, NC)
🏫 Duke University (Durham, NC)
🏫 NC State University (Raleigh, NC)

If your child was hazed at any of these schools—or any school in North Carolina—we can help.

Why Forsyth County Families Should Act Now

1. Evidence Disappears Fast

• Text messages get deleted.
• Social media posts get removed.
• Fraternities and universities destroy records.
• Witnesses forget details.

The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can preserve evidence.

2. The Statute of Limitations is Running Out

In North Carolina, you have only 3 years from the date of the hazing incident to file a lawsuit. If you wait too long, you lose your right to sue forever.

3. Universities & Fraternities Will Try to Silence You

They will:
❌ Offer a lowball settlement (before you know the full extent of your child’s injuries)
❌ Threaten or intimidate you (to keep you quiet)
❌ Destroy evidence (so you can’t prove your case)
❌ Blame your child (saying they “consented” to the hazing)

We won’t let them get away with it.

4. Your Child Deserves Justice

Hazing leaves permanent scars—physically, emotionally, and psychologically. Your child deserves compensation for what they endured. And other students deserve to be protected from the same abuse.

Forsyth County Hazing Lawyers: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: My child was hazed, but they’re afraid of retaliation. Can they still sue?

✅ Yes. We can file the lawsuit anonymously (using “John Doe” or “Jane Doe”) to protect your child’s identity. Many hazing victims are afraid to come forward—we understand, and we will protect them.

Q: The fraternity/sorority says my child “consented” to the hazing. Can they still be held liable?

✅ Absolutely. Under North Carolina law (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-35), consent is not a defense to hazing. If your child was hazed, the organization is legally responsible, no matter what they claim.

Q: We’re in Forsyth County, NC, and you’re in Texas. Can you still help us?

✅ Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Forsyth County, NC. We offer:

• Free video consultations (Zoom, FaceTime, phone)
• Travel to Forsyth County, NC for depositions and trials
• Remote case management (we handle everything electronically)

Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer?

✅ $0 upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you pay nothing unless we win. Our fee comes out of the settlement or verdict, so there’s no financial risk to you.

Q: How long will a hazing lawsuit take?

⏳ Every case is different, but most hazing lawsuits take 1-3 years from filing to resolution. Some settle quickly; others go to trial. We will fight for the maximum compensation, no matter how long it takes.

Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus? Can we still sue the university?

✅ Yes. Even if the hazing happened at a private residence or off-campus event, the university can still be held liable if:

• They knew or should have known about the hazing.
• They failed to enforce anti-hazing policies.
• They allowed the fraternity/sorority to operate on campus.
• They owned or controlled the property where the hazing occurred.

In our current case, the university owned the fraternity house—so they are being sued for premises liability.

Q: Can we sue the national fraternity, or just the local chapter?

✅ You can (and should) sue both. National fraternities have deep pockets and insurance policies that can pay large settlements. They also have a legal duty to supervise their chapters—and if they failed to do so, they are just as liable as the local chapter.

Forsyth County Hazing Lawyers: What Our Clients Say

“After our son was hospitalized from hazing, we didn’t know where to turn. Attorney 911 took our case and fought for us like we were family. They knew exactly how to hold the fraternity accountable—and we got the compensation our son deserved.” – Parent of a Hazing Victim (Texas)

“I was scared to come forward because I didn’t want to get kicked out of my fraternity. But Ralph and Lupe protected me every step of the way. They made sure the fraternity couldn’t intimidate me, and they got me the justice I deserved.” – Hazing Victim (Houston, TX)

“The university tried to blame my son for ‘consenting’ to the hazing. Attorney 911 shut them down with North Carolina law. They knew exactly how to fight back—and we won.” – Parent of a Hazing Victim (North Carolina)

Forsyth County Families: It’s Time to Fight Back

Hazing is not tradition. It’s not brotherhood. It’s abuse. And when it happens to your child, you have the right to hold the fraternity, the university, and the individuals responsible accountable.

At Attorney 911, we are actively fighting a $10M hazing case—and we’re bringing the same fight to Forsyth County, NC.

📞 Call us now for a free, confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
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We don’t get paid unless we win. You pay nothing upfront. And we will fight for you like family.

Enough is enough. It’s time for Forsyth County families to get justice.