🚨 Hazing Lawyers in Clark County, Ohio: Protecting Students and Holding Fraternities Accountable

Attorney 911: Fighting for Clark County Hazing Victims from Houston, Texas

If your child has been the victim of hazing in Clark County, Ohio, you are not alone. The same dangerous “traditions” that hospitalized a student at the University of Houston this year are happening at universities and colleges across America—including right here in Ohio.

At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases, we know how to win, and we know how to hold institutions accountable. Clark County families deserve the same aggressive representation we provide in Texas.

📞 Clark County Hazing Victims: Call Now for Free Consultation

1-888-ATTY-911 | ralph@atty911.com

⚠️ The Hazing Crisis in Clark County

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “harmless tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture. And it’s happening right here in Clark County.

What Hazing Looks Like in Clark County:

• Forced excessive exercise (500 squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls)
• Waterboarding and simulated drowning (yes, this happens in Clark County)
• Forced consumption of alcohol or food until vomiting
• Physical beatings with wooden paddles or other objects
• Psychological torture (humiliation, threats, sleep deprivation)
• Sexual abuse (forced nudity, carrying sexual objects)
• Extreme cold or heat exposure

The Medical Consequences:

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
• Alcohol poisoning (potentially fatal)
• Traumatic brain injury from beatings or falls
• Hypothermia or heat stroke from exposure
• PTSD, anxiety, and depression from psychological abuse
• Death

Universities and Fraternities Near Clark County:

Clark County is home to several colleges and universities where Greek life thrives. The same national fraternities involved in high-profile hazing cases nationwide—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi—have active chapters at institutions near Clark County, including:

• Wittenberg University (Springfield, OH)
• Clark State College (Springfield, OH)
• Nearby institutions: Ohio State University, University of Dayton, Miami University, and more

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority at any of these schools, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

🏢 Who We Sue for Clark County Hazing Victims

Hazing isn’t just the fault of a few “bad apples.” Institutions enable this culture. We sue everyone responsible:

Deep Pockets, Real Accountability

• National fraternities have millions in assets and insurance coverage
• Universities have substantial endowments and insurance policies
• Individuals can be held personally liable (as seen in the Stone Foltz case, where a chapter president was ordered to pay $6.5 million)

💰 What Clark County Hazing Victims Can Recover

Hazing cases win millions of dollars in compensation. The same legal strategies that secured $10.1 million for the Stone Foltz family apply to Clark County victims.

Types of Compensation Available:

1. Medical Expenses (past, present, and future)
   • Hospital bills, rehabilitation, therapy, medications, future treatment
2. Lost Wages and Earning Capacity
   • Time missed from work or school; impact on future career
3. Pain and Suffering
   • Physical pain from injuries; emotional trauma from abuse
4. Mental Anguish
   • PTSD, anxiety, depression, fear of retribution
5. Punitive Damages
   • Additional compensation to punish egregious conduct (e.g., waterboarding, forced exercise to collapse)

Precedent Settlements and Verdicts:

Clark County families: These results are possible for you too.

⚖️ Ohio Hazing Laws: Your Legal Rights

Ohio has strong laws against hazing, and victims have legal rights under both criminal and civil law.

Ohio Revised Code § 2903.31 — Hazing (Criminal Law)

• Hazing is a second-degree misdemeanor (up to 90 days in jail, $750 fine)
• If hazing causes serious physical harm, it becomes a third-degree felony (up to 3 years in prison)
• If hazing causes death, it becomes a second-degree felony (up to 8 years in prison)
• Consent is not a defense — even if the victim “agreed” to participate, the perpetrators can still be prosecuted

Civil Liability for Hazing in Ohio

Ohio law allows victims to sue for:

• Negligence (failure to protect students)
• Assault and Battery (intentional harmful contact)
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (extreme and outrageous conduct)
• Premises Liability (if hazing occurred on property owned or controlled by the university or fraternity)
• Negligent Supervision (failure to oversee Greek life)

Ohio does not cap damages for pain and suffering in personal injury cases, meaning victims can recover full compensation for their injuries.

🏥 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Clark County

Step 1: Ensure Safety and Seek Medical Attention

• If your child is in immediate danger, call 911
• Seek medical attention even if injuries seem minor — some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) may not show symptoms immediately
• Document all injuries with photos

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

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

• Photos/videos of injuries or hazing activities
• Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, emails about hazing
• Social media posts (screenshots before they’re deleted)
• Witness contact information (other pledges, bystanders)
• Medical records (hospital bills, doctor’s notes)
• Academic records (impact on grades, scholarships)

Step 3: Do NOT Confront the Organization Alone

• Do not talk to fraternity/sorority leadership — they will try to control the narrative
• Do not sign anything from the organization or university
• Do not post on social media about the incident — anything you post can be used against you

Step 4: Contact an Experienced Hazing Attorney

• Call Attorney 911 immediately: 1-888-ATTY-911
• We offer free consultations for Clark County families
• We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case
• We will travel to Clark County for depositions, meetings, and trials

🕒 Why Time Is Critical for Clark County Families

Ohio Statute of Limitations:

• Personal Injury: 2 years from the date of injury
• Wrongful Death: 2 years from the date of death

Do not wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your legal rights expire.

Evidence Disappears Fast:

• Fraternities delete text messages and social media posts
• Universities destroy records
• Witnesses change their stories
• Security camera footage is erased

The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can preserve evidence and build your case.

🎯 Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Clark County Hazing Case

1. We Are Currently Litigating a $10 Million Hazing Case

• We are actively fighting Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston right now
• We know the defendants’ playbook — we’ve seen their tactics firsthand
• We are on the front lines of the hazing litigation movement

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

• Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena both worked for insurance companies before switching sides
• We know how they undervalue claims, delay settlements, and deny liability
• We use that insider knowledge to maximize your compensation

3. Nationwide Reach, Clark County Focus

• Based in Texas, but we represent hazing victims across America, including Clark County
• Federal court authority — we can pursue your case in federal court
• Dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) — strategic advantage for national fraternities
• We travel to Clark County for depositions, client meetings, and trials

4. Proven Track Record of Multi-Million Dollar Results

• $10 million demand in our current hazing case
• $6.5 million judgment against a chapter president (Stone Foltz case)
• $6.1 million jury verdict (Maxwell Gruver case)
• $110+ million settlement (Timothy Piazza case)
• Millions recovered for personal injury victims across all practice areas

5. We Understand the Culture

• Ralph Manginello is a former athlete and youth coach — he understands team dynamics and the pressures young people face
• We know how Greek life operates — the power structures, the peer pressure, the “code of silence”
• We don’t just see your child as a case — we see them as a person who deserves justice

6. Aggressive, Compassionate Representation

• We fight hard for our clients — we don’t back down from powerful institutions
• We communicate clearly — you’ll always know what’s happening with your case
• We care deeply — we’ve seen what hazing does to families, and we won’t stop until justice is served

📞 Clark County Families: Call Now for Free Consultation

1-888-ATTY-911 | ralph@atty911.com

We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case.

📘 Clark County Hazing Resources

Emergency Contacts:

• Clark County Sheriff’s Office: (937) 328-2560
• Springfield Police Department: (937) 324-7680
• Wittenberg University Public Safety: (937) 327-6231
• Clark State College Security: (937) 328-6063

Hazing Hotlines:

• National Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293)
• Clery Center Hazing Reporting: https://clerycenter.org/

Mental Health Resources:

• Ohio Crisis Text Line: Text “4HOPE” to 741741
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• The Jed Foundation (Mental Health for Students): https://jedfoundation.org/

📢 To Fraternities and Sororities Near Clark County:

We are watching.

The same legal strategies that secured multi-million dollar verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.

• Pi Kappa Phi: We are currently suing your national organization for $10 million. Your UH chapter is now closed. How many others will follow?
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi: If your chapters near Clark County are engaging in hazing, we will find out. And we will sue.
• All Greek organizations: Waterboarding is torture. Forced exercise to collapse is assault. Hazing is not tradition — it’s abuse.

The message is clear: Clean up your chapters, or we will clean them out in court.

🏛️ To Universities Near Clark County:

You own the problem.

• If you own or control fraternity/sorority houses, you are responsible for what happens there.
• If you knew or should have known about hazing, you are liable.
• If you failed to protect students, you will be held accountable.

The University of Houston owned the Pi Kappa Phi house where a student was waterboarded. They are now a defendant in our $10 million lawsuit. Is your institution next?

🔥 Enough Is Enough: Join the Movement

Hazing has claimed too many lives and destroyed too many futures. It’s time for change.

• To victims and families: You are not alone. Step forward. Speak out. Seek justice.
• To students: If you witness hazing, report it. You could save a life.
• To alumni: Demand accountability from your fraternity or sorority.
• To legislators: Strengthen Ohio’s hazing laws. Make hazing a felony.

Together, we can end the culture of hazing in Clark County and across Ohio.

Clark County Hazing Victims: Call Attorney 911 Today

1-888-ATTY-911 | ralph@atty911.com

We don’t just talk about hazing. We’re fighting it right now — and we’ll fight for you.