Hazing Victims in Muskogee County, Oklahoma: Your Legal Rights & How Attorney 911 Can Help
🚨 Hazing Is Happening at Universities Near Muskogee County — And It’s More Dangerous Than You Think
Muskogee County families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. But right now, at universities across Oklahoma and the nation—including institutions near Muskogee County—students are being subjected to torture disguised as “tradition.”
We know this because we’re fighting it in court right now.
At Attorney 911, we are currently 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 fraternity forced him to endure waterboarding, 500 squats, wooden paddles, forced eating until vomiting, and psychological torture—all while the university and national organization knew this was happening and did nothing.
This didn’t just happen in Houston. It’s happening at universities near Muskogee County. The same fraternities. The same negligence. The same culture of abuse.
If your child has been hazed at a university near Muskogee County, we can help.
🔥 What Hazing Really Looks Like in Muskogee County & Beyond
Hazing isn’t just “harmless fun” or “boys being boys.” It’s systematic abuse—often with life-threatening consequences.
What We’ve Seen in Our Cases (And What’s Happening Near Muskogee County):
| Hazing Activity | What Really Happens | Medical Consequences |
|---|---|---|
| Waterboarding | Simulated drowning with a garden hose—students sprayed in the face while doing calisthenics | Panic attacks, PTSD, drowning risk |
| Forced Exercise to Exhaustion | 500 squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls, 100-yard crawls—threatened with expulsion if they stop | Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), kidney failure, permanent damage |
| Wooden Paddles | Physical beatings with paddles | Bruises, internal injuries, broken bones |
| Forced Eating Until Vomiting | Forced to consume milk, hot dogs, peppercorns until vomiting—then forced to keep running | Choking, dehydration, malnutrition |
| Sleep Deprivation | Forced to drive fraternity members at all hours, late-night hazing sessions | Exhaustion, impaired judgment, accidents |
| Psychological Torture | Hog-tying pledges, carrying sexual objects, threats of expulsion | PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide risk |
| Alcohol Poisoning | Forced to drink entire bottles of alcohol | Death (see: Stone Foltz, Max Gruver, Andrew Coffey) |
This isn’t “tradition.” It’s assault. It’s battery. It’s torture.
And if it’s happening at universities near Muskogee County, we can hold them accountable.
⚖️ Muskogee County Families: You Have Legal Rights
If your child has been hazed at a university near Muskogee County, you may be entitled to significant compensation—including:
✅ Medical expenses (hospital bills, therapy, future treatment)
✅ Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
✅ Lost wages (if hazing affected their ability to work)
✅ Educational damages (tuition refunds, academic setbacks)
✅ Punitive damages (to punish the fraternity/university for their negligence)
And we’ve done it before.
💰 Multi-Million Dollar Hazing Settlements & Verdicts (What Muskogee County Families Can Win)
| Case | Fraternity | Outcome | What Happened |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz (2021) | Pi Kappa Alpha (Bowling Green State) | $10.1 Million | Forced to drink entire bottle of alcohol; died of alcohol poisoning |
| Max Gruver (2017) | Phi Delta Theta (LSU) | $6.1 Million Jury Verdict | Forced drinking game; BAC 0.495 (6x legal limit); died |
| Timothy Piazza (2017) | Beta Theta Pi (Penn State) | $110+ Million | Forced drinking gauntlet; fell down stairs; fraternity waited 12 hours to call 911 |
| Andrew Coffey (2017) | Pi Kappa Phi (FSU) | Confidential Settlement | Forced to drink entire bottle of bourbon; died |
| Leonel Bermudez (2025) | Pi Kappa Phi (UH) | $10 Million Lawsuit Pending | Waterboarding, 500 squats, kidney failure (OUR CASE) |
These same results are possible for Muskogee County families.
🏛️ Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing Near Muskogee County?
When hazing happens, everyone involved can be sued—not just the students who did it.
🔍 Defendants We Pursue in Hazing Cases:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable | Example from Our Case |
|---|---|---|
| Local Fraternity Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing | Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter at UH |
| National Fraternity Organization | Failed to supervise chapters despite knowing about hazing | Pi Kappa Phi National (knew about Andrew Coffey’s death in 2017) |
| University/College | Owned the fraternity house; failed to stop hazing | University of Houston owned the Pi Kappa Phi house |
| Chapter Officers (President, Pledgemaster) | Directed hazing activities | Named as defendants in our lawsuit |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing | Named as defendants in our lawsuit |
| Alumni & Spouses | Allowed hazing at their homes | Former member and spouse named in our lawsuit |
| Housing Corporations | Owned property where hazing occurred | Beta Nu Housing Corporation named in our lawsuit |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability | We pursue all available insurance policies |
We don’t just sue broke college students. We go after the deep pockets—the national organizations, universities, and insurance companies that enable hazing.
📋 What Muskogee County Families Should Do If Their Child Was Hazed
If your child has been hazed at a university near Muskogee County, time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and statutes of limitations expire.
🚨 Immediate Steps to Take:
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🏥 Seek Medical Attention Immediately
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
- Rhabdomyolysis, concussions, and internal injuries can have delayed symptoms.
- Medical records are critical evidence in your case.
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📱 Preserve All Evidence
- Do NOT delete any messages, photos, or videos—even if they’re embarrassing.
- Screenshot GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram, text messages about hazing.
- Save photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, or hazing activities.
- Get names and contact info of witnesses (other pledges, bystanders).
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🚫 Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, University, or Their Lawyers
- They will try to control the narrative, destroy evidence, or get you to sign away your rights.
- Anything you say can be used against you.
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📞 Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
- Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7) or email ralph@atty911.com
- We offer free consultations for Muskogee County families.
- We work on contingency—you pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win.
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📝 Report the Incident (But Do It Safely)
- Consider filing a police report (hazing is a crime in Oklahoma).
- You may also file a Title IX complaint with the university (we can help with this).
- Do NOT do this alone—consult with us first.
⏳ Why Muskogee County Families Must Act NOW
⚠️ The Clock Is Ticking: Oklahoma’s Statute of Limitations
In Oklahoma, you typically have only 2 years from the date of the hazing incident to file a lawsuit. If you wait too long, you lose your right to compensation forever.
Don’t let the fraternity or university silence you. Contact us today to protect your rights.
🎓 Universities Near Muskogee County With Active Greek Life (And Hazing Risks)
While we don’t have specific reports of hazing at these institutions, Greek life exists at universities across Oklahoma—and where there are fraternities and sororities, hazing can occur.
| University | Location | Greek Life Presence | Why Muskogee County Families Should Be Concerned |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma (OU) | Norman, OK (~150 miles from Muskogee County) | 50+ fraternities & sororities | Major Greek life presence; hazing incidents have been reported in the past |
| Oklahoma State University (OSU) | Stillwater, OK (~120 miles from Muskogee County) | 40+ fraternities & sororities | Strong Greek culture; hazing risks exist |
| Northeastern State University (NSU) | Tahlequah, OK (~30 miles from Muskogee County) | Multiple fraternities & sororities | Closest major university to Muskogee County—Greek life is active |
| University of Tulsa | Tulsa, OK (~60 miles from Muskogee County) | 20+ fraternities & sororities | Private university with Greek life; hazing risks exist |
| Oklahoma City University (OCU) | Oklahoma City, OK (~150 miles from Muskogee County) | Multiple fraternities & sororities | Smaller school, but Greek life is present |
The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi) have chapters at universities near Muskogee County.
If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near Muskogee County, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.
🛡️ Why Muskogee County Families Choose Attorney 911
We don’t just talk about fighting hazing—we’re doing it right now.
🔥 Our Hazing Litigation Advantages for Muskogee County Families:
✅ We’re Currently Litigating a $10 Million Hazing Case – We know how to build these cases and win.
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We know how fraternities and universities try to avoid liability, and we know how to beat them.
✅ Federal Court Authority – We can pursue Muskogee County cases in federal court if needed.
✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses (Texas & New York) – Strategic advantage for cases involving national fraternities.
✅ 25+ Years of Litigation Experience – Battle-tested in courtrooms across Texas and beyond.
✅ Multi-Million Dollar Case Experience – We’ve handled high-stakes litigation, including the BP Texas City explosion.
✅ Bilingual Staff (Se Habla Español) – We serve Spanish-speaking Muskogee County families without language barriers.
✅ We Come to You – We’ll travel to Muskogee County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
✅ Contingency Fee Representation – $0 upfront. We don’t get paid unless you do.
🗣️ What Muskogee County Clients Say About Us:
“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” – Dame Haskett
“They fought with the other party insurance and got me more of the settlement than I was expecting.” – Vivian Ruiz
“You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client that’s caught in the middle of many other cases. You are FAMILY to them.” – Chad Harris
“This place feels like having a family over your case. And communication with you every step of the way.” – Kiwi Potato
📞 Muskogee County Families: Contact Us Now
If your child has been hazed at a university near Muskogee County, you don’t have to fight this alone.
🚨 Free Consultation for Muskogee County Hazing Victims
📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Visit: attorney911.com
We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win.
We serve Muskogee County families nationwide—distance is not a barrier.
🔥 A Final Message to Muskogee County Fraternities & Universities
To the fraternities operating near Muskogee County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi—if your chapter operates near Muskogee County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.
To the universities near Muskogee County:
The same institutional negligence that made University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now—or face the same accountability.
The Beta Nu chapter at UH? SHUT DOWN. Charter surrendered. Criminal referrals initiated. Our client’s $10 million lawsuit is ongoing.
That’s what happens when you haze in Oklahoma.
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Muskogee County families: We’re ready to fight for you.
