Hazing Lawyers for Miami County, Ohio Families – Protecting Students from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

Attorney 911 – Nationwide Hazing Litigation Experts Now Serving Miami County, Ohio

If your child was hazed at a Miami County college or university, you’re not alone. The same fraternities and sororities that have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries nationwide operate right here in Miami County. And just like in Houston—where we’re currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi for torturing a pledge—these organizations prioritize tradition over safety.

Miami County parents: You have legal rights. And we have the experience to fight for you.

🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Miami County: What Parents Need to Know

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys.” It’s assault, battery, and sometimes manslaughter. And it’s happening right here in Miami County.

📍 Where Hazing Happens in Miami County

Miami County is home to Miami University (Oxford), one of Ohio’s largest universities with a strong Greek life presence. But hazing isn’t limited to Miami University—it occurs at:

• Fraternities & sororities (Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Delta Zeta, and more)
• Athletic teams (football, baseball, wrestling)
• Marching bands & performing arts groups
• ROTC & military-affiliated organizations
• Honor societies & academic clubs

The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths nationwide have active chapters in Miami County. If your child is pledging a Greek organization, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

💔 Real Hazing Cases That Could Happen in Miami County

1. The $10 Million Case We’re Fighting Right Now (Houston, TX)

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (not even enrolled at UH yet)
Fraternity: Pi Kappa Phi
Hazing: Waterboarding, 500 squats, wooden paddles, forced eating until vomiting
Injury: Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) → kidney failure → 4-day hospitalization
Status: $10 million lawsuit filed – same legal strategies apply to Miami County

Why This Matters for Miami County:

• Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters nationwide, including near Miami County.
• The same torture tactics (waterboarding, forced exercise, beatings) happen here.
• Universities know hazing exists—but fail to stop it until it’s too late.

2. Stone Foltz – $10.1 Million Settlement (Ohio)

Victim: Stone Foltz (Bowling Green State University)
Fraternity: Pi Kappa Alpha
Hazing: Forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol
Result: Died from alcohol poisoning
Settlement: $10.1 million (university + fraternity paid)

Miami County Connection:

• Bowling Green is just 2 hours from Miami County.
• The same Pi Kappa Alpha chapter that killed Stone Foltz has affiliates near Miami County.
• If it happened in Ohio before, it can happen in Miami County.

3. Max Gruver – $6.1 Million Jury Verdict (Louisiana)

Victim: Max Gruver (LSU)
Fraternity: Phi Delta Theta
Hazing: Forced drinking during “Bible Study” pledge event
Result: Died with a BAC of 0.495 (6x legal limit)
Outcome: $6.1 million jury verdict – fraternity member criminally convicted

Miami County Connection:

• LSU is 1,000 miles away, but the same fraternities operate in Miami County.
• Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi, and other high-risk fraternities have active chapters near Miami County.
• Juries hate hazing—they will award millions to hold organizations accountable.

⚖️ Ohio Hazing Laws: What Miami County Families Can Sue For

Ohio has some of the strongest anti-hazing laws in the country, including Collin’s Law, which makes hazing a felony in cases of serious injury or death.

Ohio Revised Code § 2903.31 – Hazing

Definition:

“Hazing” means doing any act or coercing another to do any act that causes or creates a substantial risk of causing mental or physical harm to any person for the purpose of initiation, admission, or affiliation with any student organization.”

Criminal Penalties:

Civil Liability (What You Can Sue For):
✅ Medical bills (hospitalization, therapy, future treatment)
✅ Pain & suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
✅ Lost wages (if hazing affected school/work performance)
✅ Punitive damages (to punish the fraternity/university for gross negligence)
✅ Wrongful death (if hazing leads to fatality)

Key Ohio Legal Advantages:
✔ “Consent is NOT a defense” – Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Ohio law says consent doesn’t matter.
✔ Universities can be held liable – If they knew about hazing and failed to stop it.
✔ National fraternities can be sued – They have deep pockets and insurance policies.

🔍 Warning Signs of Hazing in Miami County

Hazing is often hidden, but these red flags mean your child may be at risk:

Physical Hazing (Assault & Battery)

❌ Forced exercise to exhaustion (500 squats, bear crawls, “suicides”)
❌ Beating with paddles, belts, or other objects
❌ Branding or burning (hot objects, tattoos)
❌ Waterboarding or simulated drowning
❌ Sleep deprivation (forced all-night activities)
❌ Exposure to extreme weather (standing outside in cold/heat for hours)

Forced Consumption (Alcohol & Drugs)

❌ “Drink until you puke” challenges
❌ Forced binge drinking (beer bongs, funneling)
❌ Eating disgusting or dangerous substances (hot sauce, raw eggs, dog food)
❌ Drug consumption (marijuana, Adderall, other substances)

Psychological & Sexual Abuse

❌ Humiliation rituals (wearing embarrassing clothing, carrying sexual objects)
❌ Verbal abuse & threats (“You’ll be blacklisted if you quit”)
❌ Sexual assault or harassment (forced nudity, inappropriate touching)
❌ Isolation from friends/family (“You can’t talk to anyone outside the fraternity”)
❌ Financial exploitation (paying for older members’ drinks, trips, or fines)

Behavioral Changes in Your Child

🚩 Withdrawing from family & friends
🚩 Sudden mood swings, anxiety, or depression
🚩 Unexplained bruises, cuts, or injuries
🚩 Avoiding questions about Greek life
🚩 Skipping classes or declining grades
🚩 Fear of leaving the fraternity house
🚩 Sudden secrecy about phone/text messages

If you notice these signs, your child may be a victim of hazing. Call us immediately for a free, confidential consultation.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Miami County

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

• Go to the ER—even if injuries seem minor. Some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) can be life-threatening.
• Document everything—photos of injuries, medical records, hospital bills.
• Ask for a full toxicology report if alcohol/drugs were involved.

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

✅ Text messages, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs (screenshot everything)
✅ Photos/videos of hazing activities or injuries
✅ Fraternity documents (pledge manuals, schedules, emails)
✅ Witness names & contact info (other pledges, bystanders)
✅ Social media posts (check for deleted content—we can recover it)

❌ DO NOT:

• Delete any messages or posts
• Confront the fraternity/sorority without legal counsel
• Sign anything from the organization or university
• Give a recorded statement to insurance companies

Step 3: Report the Hazing

• File a police report (hazing is a crime in Ohio)
• Report to the university (Miami University, Wright State, etc.)
• Contact the national fraternity/sorority (they may try to cover it up)
• File a Title IX complaint (if sexual assault or gender-based hazing occurred)

Step 4: Call Attorney 911 – Miami County’s Hazing Lawyers

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We will:
✔ Investigate the hazing (gather evidence, interview witnesses)
✔ Identify all liable parties (fraternity, university, individuals)
✔ File a lawsuit to recover compensation for medical bills, pain & suffering, and punitive damages
✔ Protect your child from retaliation (fraternities often intimidate victims)
✔ Fight for justice—so no other Miami County student suffers like this

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

🏛️ Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Miami County?

Hazing cases involve multiple defendants—and we sue them all.

We sue EVERYONE responsible—so you get maximum compensation.

💰 How Much Is a Miami County Hazing Case Worth?

Hazing cases can result in million-dollar settlements and verdicts, depending on:

Miami County families: The same legal strategies that won $10+ million in other states apply here. You deserve justice.

🎯 Why Miami County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Case RIGHT NOW

• Leonel Bermudez vs. Pi Kappa Phi (Houston, TX) – same fraternities operate in Miami County.
• Waterboarding, forced exercise, wooden paddles—we know how to prove these cases.
• $10 million demand—we’re not afraid to go after big institutions.

2. 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—and how to beat them.
• We’ve won millions for victims by exposing insurance company tricks.

3. Nationwide Experience – We Come to Miami County

• Based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, but we travel to Miami County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
• Federal court authority – can sue national fraternities anywhere in the U.S.
• Dual-state bar licenses (Texas & New York) – strategic advantage for multi-state cases.

4. We Speak Spanish – No Language Barriers

• Se habla español – our team is bilingual.
• Many hazing victims in Miami County are Hispanic or international students.
• We ensure no family is left behind due to language barriers.

5. No Upfront Costs – You Pay Nothing Unless We Win

• We work on contingency—no fees unless we recover money for you.
• $0 out of pocket—we advance all case costs.
• You focus on your child’s recovery; we handle the legal fight.

6. We Protect Your Child from Retaliation

• Fraternities intimidate victims to keep them quiet.
• We shield your child from harassment, threats, and social exclusion.
• If retaliation occurs, we hold them accountable.

📞 Miami County Hazing Victims: Call Us Now

Hazing is a legal emergency. The clock is ticking.

• Ohio’s statute of limitations gives you only 2 years to file a lawsuit.
• Evidence disappears (fraternities delete texts, destroy records).
• Witnesses forget details over time.
• Universities cover up incidents to protect their reputation.

Don’t wait. Every day counts.

🚨 Free, Confidential Consultation

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
📍 Serving Miami County, Ohio & Nationwide

We will:
✔ Evaluate your case for free
✔ Explain your legal rights
✔ Fight for maximum compensation
✔ Protect your child from retaliation

🔥 A Message to Miami County Fraternities & Universities

To the fraternities operating in Miami County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter. If you haze students, we will find out. And we will sue you.

To the universities in Miami County:
You own the fraternity houses. You collect the rent. You have the power to stop hazing. If you fail to protect students, you will be held liable.

This stops now.

📚 Miami County Hazing Resources

Report Hazing in Ohio:

• Ohio Department of Higher Education – Report Hazing Here
• Miami University Hazing Hotline – (513) 529-1877
• Ohio State University Hazing Hotline – (614) 292-3322
• Wright State University Hazing Reporting – Wright State Hazing Policy

National Hazing Prevention Organizations:

• StopHazing.org – Hazing Prevention Resources
• HazingPrevention.org – National Hazing Prevention Week
• Clery Center – Campus Safety Resources

Emergency Help for Hazing Victims:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988
• Crisis Text Line – Text “HOME” to 741741
• RAINN (Sexual Assault Hotline) – 800-656-HOPE (4673)

🏆 Our Promise to Miami County Families

“We don’t just talk about hazing. We’re fighting it in court RIGHT NOW. And we’ll fight just as hard for Miami County families—because no student should be tortured in the name of ‘tradition.'”
— Ralph Manginello & Lupe Pena, Attorney 911

You are not alone. We are here to help. Call now.

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