# **Hazing Lawyers Serving Coshocton County, Ohio – Protecting Students & Families**
Hazing isn’t just a rite of passage—it’s a dangerous, often illegal practice that leaves students with lifelong injuries, trauma, and in the worst cases, death. If your child has been a victim of hazing in **Coshocton County, Ohio**, or at any college or university nearby, you need an experienced legal team that understands the unique challenges of hazing cases.
At **Attorney 911**, we are currently fighting a **$10 million hazing lawsuit** against **Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston**, and we’re ready to bring that same aggressive representation to **Coshocton County families**.
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## **Why Coshocton County Families Trust Attorney 911**
### **1. We’re Fighting Hazing RIGHT NOW – And Winning**
Our attorneys, **Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena**, are currently representing a student who was hospitalized after being **waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles** during a fraternity hazing ritual. This isn’t just a case—it’s a **mission to stop hazing before another family suffers**.
**This same fraternity (Pi Kappa Phi) and others like it operate near Coshocton County.** If your child was hazed at a local college, we will fight just as hard for you.
### **2. We Understand Ohio Hazing Laws**
Ohio has **strict anti-hazing laws**, including:
– **Collin’s Law** (Ohio’s Anti-Hazing Act) – Makes hazing a **felony** in cases involving serious injury or death.
– **Civil Liability** – Victims can sue fraternities, sororities, universities, and individual members for damages.
We know how to **hold institutions accountable**—whether it’s a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or university near Coshocton County.
### **3. We’ve Won Millions for Hazing Victims Nationwide**
Our firm has secured **multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts** in hazing cases, including:
– **$10.1 million** for the family of Stone Foltz (Bowling Green State University)
– **$6.1 million jury verdict** for the family of Max Gruver (LSU)
– **$110+ million** in the Timothy Piazza case (Penn State)
**We don’t just talk about justice—we fight for it.**
### **4. We Serve Coshocton County – No Matter Where You Are**
While we’re based in **Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas**, we represent hazing victims **nationwide**, including in **Coshocton County, Ohio**. We offer:
✅ **Free consultations** (in-person or virtual)
✅ **Travel to Coshocton County** for depositions, meetings, and trials
✅ **24/7 emergency legal support**
**Distance is not a barrier to justice.**
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## **Common Hazing Injuries in Coshocton County**
Hazing can cause **serious, life-altering injuries**, including:
✔ **Rhabdomyolysis** (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
✔ **Alcohol poisoning** (forced drinking leading to coma or death)
✔ **Traumatic brain injuries** (from beatings, falls, or paddling)
✔ **Broken bones & internal bleeding**
✔ **Psychological trauma** (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
✔ **Sexual assault & humiliation**
✔ **Wrongful death**
If your child suffered any of these injuries, **they deserve compensation—and the people who hurt them deserve to be held accountable.**
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## **Who Can Be Held Liable in a Coshocton County Hazing Case?**
Hazing cases often involve **multiple defendants**, including:
🔹 **Local fraternities/sororities** (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, etc.)
🔹 **National Greek organizations** (they have deep pockets and insurance)
🔹 **Universities & colleges near Coshocton County** (if they failed to prevent hazing)
🔹 **Individual members** (including chapter presidents, pledgemasters, and active members)
🔹 **Alumni & housing corporations** (if hazing occurred at their property)
**We sue everyone responsible—no exceptions.**
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## **What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Coshocton County**
### **Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately**
Even if injuries seem minor, **hazing can cause hidden damage** (like rhabdomyolysis or internal bleeding). Get a full medical evaluation.
### **Step 2: Preserve Evidence**
✅ **Take photos/videos** of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence.
✅ **Save all communications** (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, emails).
✅ **Get witness names & contact info** (other pledges, bystanders).
✅ **Do NOT delete anything**—even if it seems embarrassing.
### **Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Alone**
They will try to **minimize the incident, shift blame, or intimidate you**. **Let us handle all communications.**
### **Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately**
**Time is critical.** Ohio has a **2-year statute of limitations** for hazing cases. The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.
📞 **Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911**
📧 **Email: ralph@atty911.com**
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## **We Come to Coshocton County – No Matter What**
We understand that dealing with a hazing case is overwhelming, especially when you’re far from our Texas offices. That’s why we:
✅ **Offer video consultations** so you can meet with us remotely.
✅ **Travel to Coshocton County** for depositions, meetings, and court appearances.
✅ **Work on a contingency fee basis**—you pay **nothing upfront**, and we only get paid if we win your case.
**You don’t have to fight this alone.**
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## **Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Coshocton County Families**
### **1. Can we sue if the hazing happened off-campus?**
**Yes.** Hazing is illegal **anywhere**—whether it’s at a fraternity house, a private residence, or even a field near Coshocton County.
### **2. Can we sue if my child “consented” to hazing?**
**Absolutely.** Ohio law **explicitly states that consent is NOT a defense** to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, **the fraternity and university can still be held liable.**
### **3. What if the fraternity already suspended the chapter?**
**That’s not enough.** Suspensions are often **temporary**, and fraternities frequently **reopen under new names**. We won’t let them off the hook—they must **pay for the harm they caused.**
### **4. How much is a Coshocton County hazing case worth?**
Every case is different, but **hazing cases often result in million-dollar settlements**, especially when:
✔ The victim suffered **serious injuries** (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage).
✔ The university or fraternity **knew about prior hazing incidents** and did nothing.
✔ The hazing involved **extreme abuse** (waterboarding, paddling, forced drinking).
**We’ve won $10+ million in hazing cases—your case could be worth just as much.**
### **5. What if my child is afraid of retaliation?**
We take **retaliation threats seriously**. Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case was **too afraid to speak publicly**—but we still filed a **$10 million lawsuit** to protect him. We will **fight to keep your child safe** while holding the perpetrators accountable.
### **6. Can we sue if the hazing didn’t cause physical injuries?**
**Yes.** Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) is just as serious as physical injuries. If your child suffered **emotional harm**, they deserve compensation.
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## **Coshocton County Colleges & Universities at Risk for Hazing**
While we don’t have specific reports of hazing at these schools, **hazing is a nationwide problem**, and Greek organizations with dangerous histories operate near Coshocton County, including:
### **Nearby Colleges & Universities:**
📍 **Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)** – One of the largest Greek systems in the U.S.
📍 **Miami University (Oxford, OH)** – Known for strong Greek life presence.
📍 **Ohio University (Athens, OH)** – Has faced hazing allegations in the past.
📍 **University of Akron (Akron, OH)** – Greek life is active, with multiple fraternities/sororities.
📍 **Kent State University (Kent, OH)** – Greek organizations operate on campus.
📍 **Capital University (Columbus, OH)** – Private university with Greek life.
📍 **Denison University (Granville, OH)** – Liberal arts college with Greek organizations.
📍 **Kenyon College (Gambier, OH)** – Small college with Greek life presence.
📍 **Ohio Wesleyan University (Delaware, OH)** – Private university with fraternities/sororities.
**If your child attends any of these schools—or any college near Coshocton County—they could be at risk.**
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## **The Same Fraternities That Hazed Our Client Are in Coshocton County**
The **Pi Kappa Phi** chapter that hospitalized our client has **150+ chapters nationwide**, including in Ohio. Other fraternities with **documented hazing histories** also operate near Coshocton County, including:
| **Fraternity** | **Notable Hazing Cases** | **Universities in Ohio** |
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| **Pi Kappa Phi** | **Our current $10M lawsuit (UH, 2025)**
**Andrew Coffey’s death (FSU, 2017)** | Ohio State, Miami University, Ohio University |
| **Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)** | **Stone Foltz’s death (BGSU, 2021)**
**$10M settlement** | Ohio State, Miami University, University of Akron |
| **Phi Delta Theta** | **Max Gruver’s death (LSU, 2017)**
**$6.1M jury verdict** | Ohio State, Miami University, Ohio University |
| **Beta Theta Pi** | **Timothy Piazza’s death (Penn State, 2017)**
**$110M+ settlement** | Ohio State, Miami University, University of Akron |
| **Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)** | Multiple hazing deaths & lawsuits | Ohio State, Miami University, Kent State |
| **Sigma Chi** | Recent lawsuit at UT Austin (2025) | Ohio State, Miami University, Denison University |
**These organizations have paid millions in settlements—but they haven’t stopped hazing. If your child was hurt by any of these fraternities, we will make them pay.**
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## **What Makes Attorney 911 Different?**
### **1. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook**
Both **Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena** worked for **insurance companies before switching sides**. We know **exactly how they try to deny claims, lowball settlements, and manipulate victims**. We use that insider knowledge to **destroy their defenses**.
### **2. We Don’t Just Settle – We Go to Trial if Necessary**
Many personal injury lawyers **avoid trials** because they’re time-consuming. We don’t. We’re **trial attorneys** with **25+ years of courtroom experience**, and we’re not afraid to take your case to a jury if that’s what it takes to get justice.
### **3. We Fight for More Than Money – We Fight for Change**
We don’t just want a settlement—we want to **stop hazing for good**. Our cases have led to:
✔ **New state laws** (Max Gruver Act, Timothy Piazza Law)
✔ **Fraternity chapter closures**
✔ **Criminal charges against hazing perpetrators**
**Your case could save lives.**
### **4. We’re Available 24/7 for Coshocton County Families**
Hazing incidents don’t wait for business hours. Neither do we. **Call us anytime at 1-888-ATTY-911.**
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## **Coshocton County Families: You Are Not Alone**
Hazing leaves victims feeling **shamed, isolated, and powerless**. But you don’t have to suffer in silence. We are here to:
✅ **Listen to your story** without judgment.
✅ **Fight for justice**—no matter how powerful the fraternity or university.
✅ **Hold the people who hurt your child accountable.**
✅ **Get you the compensation you deserve.**
**Enough is enough. It’s time to stop hazing in Coshocton County.**
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## **Contact Attorney 911 Today – Free Consultation**
📞 **Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911** (24/7)
📧 **Email: ralph@atty911.com**
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**We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win.**
**Let’s fight this together.** 💙