🚨 Hazing Lawyer in Lycoming County, PA — Protecting Students & Families from Greek Life Abuse

Attorney 911 — Nationwide Hazing Litigation Experts Now Serving Lycoming County, Pennsylvania

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Lycoming County Families: Your Child Was Hazed. We Can Help.

Hazing isn’t “tradition.” It isn’t “building character.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture. And it happens right here in Lycoming County.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, and hospitalized with kidney failure. The same fraternities operate at universities near Lycoming County. The same negligence exists at Lycoming County institutions.

We know how to win these cases. We know how to hold institutions accountable. And we will fight for Lycoming County families with the same aggression we’re bringing to our current case.

🔥 The Hazing Crisis in Lycoming County — It’s Happening Here

Greek Life in Lycoming County: The Reality

Lycoming County is home to Pennsylvania College of Technology and is near several major universities with active Greek life programs, including:

• Bucknell University (Lewisburg, PA) — 30+ Greek organizations
• Susquehanna University (Selinsgrove, PA) — 10+ fraternities and sororities
• Lycoming College (Williamsport, PA) — 6 fraternities, 4 sororities
• Lock Haven University (Lock Haven, PA) — 10+ Greek organizations

The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits nationwide have active chapters at these schools:

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority at a Lycoming County-area university, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

🚑 What Hazing Looks Like in Lycoming County

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys.” It’s systematic abuse that can cause permanent injury or death. In our current case, a student was:

• Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning — a form of torture)
• Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups until he collapsed and couldn’t stand
• Struck with wooden paddles
• Forced to eat milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting, then made to continue running
• Hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth for over an hour
• Forced to carry a fanny pack with sexual objects at all times
• Deprived of sleep — forced to drive fraternity members at all hours

This isn’t “tradition.” This is assault. This is battery. This is criminal.

And it’s happening to Lycoming County students right now.

💔 The Medical Consequences of Hazing — What Lycoming County Parents Need to Know

Hazing doesn’t just cause bruises. It causes life-threatening injuries with lifelong consequences:

If your child comes home from a fraternity or sorority event with any of these symptoms, seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY. Then call us.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Lycoming County Hazing Victim

1. Hazing Is Illegal in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has strict anti-hazing laws that apply to all schools in Lycoming County:

18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2802 — Hazing

• Misdemeanor of the 3rd degree for hazing
• Felony of the 3rd degree if hazing causes serious bodily injury or death
• Consent is NOT a defense — even if your child “agreed” to participate, it’s still illegal

This law applies to:

• All colleges and universities in Lycoming County
• All high schools in Lycoming County
• All student organizations (fraternities, sororities, sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, clubs)

2. You Can Sue for Civil Damages

Even if no criminal charges are filed, you can sue for money damages in civil court.

Who Can Be Sued:

• The local chapter (e.g., Pi Kappa Phi at Bucknell)
• The national fraternity/sorority organization (e.g., Pi Kappa Phi National)
• The university (if they knew or should have known about hazing)
• Individual members (chapter president, pledgemaster, participants)
• Housing corporations (if hazing occurred at a fraternity/sorority house)
• Alumni (if they hosted or facilitated hazing)

What You Can Recover:

• Medical bills (past and future)
• Lost wages (if your child had to miss work)
• Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
• Punitive damages (to punish egregious conduct)
• Loss of academic opportunities (if hazing disrupted education)

Pennsylvania has NO CAP on pain and suffering damages in personal injury cases.

3. The University May Be Liable

Universities near Lycoming County have a legal duty to protect students from hazing. If they fail, they can be held accountable.

How Universities Fail Lycoming County Students:

• Ignoring reports of hazing
• Failing to inspect fraternity/sorority houses
• Allowing Greek organizations to operate despite prior incidents
• Not enforcing anti-hazing policies
• Not training staff to recognize hazing

In our current case, the University of Houston OWNED the fraternity house where the hazing occurred. They collected rent while students were being tortured. They had the power to stop it. They didn’t.

Lycoming County universities have the same responsibility.

💰 Proven Results: Multi-Million Dollar Hazing Settlements & Verdicts

Hazing cases win big when victims have experienced legal representation. Here’s what juries and institutions have awarded in recent cases:

Lycoming County families: These results are possible for your case too.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Lycoming County

STEP 1: Ensure Immediate Safety

• Remove your child from the situation — get them to a safe location
• Call 911 if they are injured or in medical distress
• Do NOT let them return to the fraternity/sorority house

STEP 2: Seek Medical Attention

• Go to the ER or urgent care — even if injuries seem minor
• Document all symptoms — take photos of injuries at all stages
• Get a full medical evaluation — some injuries (like rhabdomyolysis) may not appear immediately
• Follow all treatment recommendations — insurance companies will argue you weren’t really hurt if you don’t

Recommended Lycoming County Medical Facilities:

• UPMC Williamsport (Williamsport, PA) — Level II Trauma Center
• Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg, PA) — Emergency Care
• Geisinger Medical Center (Danville, PA) — Level I Trauma Center
• Penn State Hershey Medical Center (Hershey, PA) — Specialized care

STEP 3: Preserve Evidence

DO NOT DELETE ANYTHING. DO NOT CLEAN ANYTHING.

If your child is still in the hazing process, have them take screenshots of all group chats and save them to a secure location.

STEP 4: Report the Hazing

Report to multiple authorities to create a paper trail:

Lycoming County Police Departments:

• Williamsport Bureau of Police: (570) 327-7540
• Pennsylvania State Police (Montoursville Barracks): (570) 368-2161
• Lock Haven Police Department: (570) 893-5911
• Lewisburg Police Department: (570) 524-7789

STEP 5: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without Legal Counsel

• They will try to get you to sign documents — don’t sign anything
• They will try to get you to give statements — don’t say anything
• They will try to get you to accept a low settlement — don’t accept anything
• They will try to intimidate you into silence — don’t be silent

Anything you say can be used against you in court.

STEP 6: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

Call us BEFORE you talk to anyone else.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We offer:

• Free, confidential consultations for Lycoming County families
• 24/7 availability — we know hazing doesn’t wait for business hours
• No upfront costs — we work on contingency (you pay nothing unless we win)
• Nationwide representation — we can handle your Lycoming County case no matter where the hazing occurred
• Video consultations — we can meet with you remotely if you can’t travel

The sooner you call, the stronger your case will be.

🎯 Why Lycoming County Families Choose Attorney 911

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

We’re not just talking about hazing litigation — we’re doing it right now. Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are representing a student who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until he collapsed, and hospitalized with kidney failure.

We know how to build these cases. We know how to win. And we’ll bring that same expertise to Lycoming County.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys — We Know Their Playbook

Before we represented victims, we defended insurance companies. We know exactly how they try to minimize or deny claims. We know their tactics. We know their strategies.

Now we use that knowledge to fight for victims.

3. Federal Court Authority — We Can Sue Anywhere in America

• Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
• Dual-state bar admission (Texas and New York)
• Can pursue Lycoming County cases in federal court
• Can sue national fraternities headquartered anywhere in the U.S.

Distance is not a barrier. If your child was hazed in Lycoming County, we can represent you.

4. We Travel to Lycoming County

We don’t just take your case and disappear. We:

• Come to Lycoming County for depositions
• Come to Lycoming County for client meetings
• Come to Lycoming County for trials
• Are available for in-person consultations

We’re not just a phone number. We’re your local legal team.

5. Proven Track Record of Multi-Million Dollar Results

We’ve recovered millions of dollars for victims of negligence, including:

• BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience)
• Wrongful death cases
• Catastrophic injury cases
• Hazing-specific cases (Kappa Sigma, Texas A&M, rhabdomyolysis)

We know how to maximize your recovery.

6. We Speak Spanish — Se Habla Español

Many hazing victims and their families are Spanish-speaking. We provide:

• Bilingual consultations (English and Spanish)
• Spanish-language case communication
• Translation of all documents
• Culturally competent representation

No language barriers. No cultural misunderstandings. Just justice.

7. We Understand the Emotional Toll

Hazing doesn’t just cause physical injuries. It causes:

• PTSD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Fear of retribution
• Shame and embarrassment
• Academic decline

We see your child as a person — not a paycheck. We will fight for their physical recovery, their emotional recovery, and their future.

🚫 Common Myths About Hazing — Debunked

MYTH 1: “It’s just tradition — everyone goes through it.”

REALITY: Hazing is illegal in Pennsylvania. “Tradition” is not a defense. Waterboarding isn’t tradition. 500 squats until kidney failure isn’t tradition. This is abuse.

MYTH 2: “He agreed to participate — it’s his fault.”

REALITY: Consent is NOT a defense under Pennsylvania law. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, it’s still illegal. The law specifically says you cannot consent to hazing.

MYTH 3: “It’s just boys being boys. They’ll grow out of it.”

REALITY: Hazing kills. Hazing maims. Hazing traumatizes. This isn’t growth. This is violence.

MYTH 4: “The university will handle it.”

REALITY: Universities protect their reputation, not students. They will try to minimize, cover up, or blame the victim. You need your own legal team to hold them accountable.

MYTH 5: “I can’t afford a lawyer.”

REALITY: We work on contingency — you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case. No recovery, no fee.

MYTH 6: “It’s too late to do anything.”

REALITY: Pennsylvania has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. But evidence disappears fast. The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.

🏛️ Pennsylvania Hazing Laws — What Lycoming County Families Need to Know

18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2802 — Hazing

Definition:

“A person commits hazing if the person intentionally, knowingly or recklessly, for the purpose of initiating, admitting or affiliating a minor or student into or with an organization, or for the purpose of continuing or enhancing a minor or student’s membership or status in an organization, causes, coerces or forces a minor or student to do any of the following:
(1) Violate Federal or State criminal law.
(2) Consume any food, liquid, alcoholic liquid, drug or other substance which subjects the minor or student to a risk of emotional or physical harm.
(3) Endure brutality of a physical nature, including whipping, beating, branding, calisthenics or exposure to the elements.
(4) Endure brutality of a mental nature, including activity adversely affecting the mental health or dignity of the individual, sleep deprivation, exclusion from social contact or conduct that could result in extreme embarrassment.
(5) Endure brutality of a sexual nature.
(6) Endure any other activity that creates a reasonable likelihood of bodily injury to the minor or student.”

Penalties:

• Misdemeanor of the 3rd degree (up to 1 year in jail, $2,500 fine)
• Felony of the 3rd degree if hazing causes serious bodily injury or death (up to 7 years in prison)

Consent is NOT a defense.

18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2803 — Aggravated Hazing

Definition:

“A person commits aggravated hazing if the person commits a violation of section 2802 (relating to hazing) which results in serious bodily injury or death to the minor or student.”

Penalty:

• Felony of the 3rd degree (up to 7 years in prison)

18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2804 — Institutional Hazing

Definition:

“An institution commits institutional hazing if the institution condones or encourages hazing or if an officer or any combination of members, employees or agents of the institution commits or assists in the commission of hazing.”

Penalties:

• Fine up to $5,000
• Loss of recognition or registration
• Loss of funding

This means universities can be held criminally liable for allowing hazing.

18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2805 — Reporting Requirements

Universities must report hazing incidents to law enforcement within 48 hours of receiving a complaint.

Failure to report is a misdemeanor of the 3rd degree.

📞 Lycoming County Hazing Victims — Call Us Now

Every day you wait:

• Evidence disappears
• Witnesses forget
• The fraternity destroys records
• Your legal rights expire

We offer:
✅ Free, confidential consultations — no obligation
✅ 24/7 availability — we know hazing doesn’t wait
✅ No upfront costs — we work on contingency
✅ Nationwide representation — we can handle your Lycoming County case
✅ Video consultations — meet with us remotely
✅ In-person meetings — we come to Lycoming County

Call us before you talk to anyone else. We’ll protect your rights and fight for your future.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com/hazing

🎓 Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing in Lycoming County

Q: My child was hazed but doesn’t want to report it. What should I do?

A: Hazing is illegal in Pennsylvania. If your child was injured, they have the right to seek compensation regardless of whether they want to report it. We can help you explore your legal options confidentially.

Q: The fraternity says it was just “a prank.” Is that a defense?

A: No. Hazing is defined by the harm it causes, not by the intent. If the activity caused physical or emotional harm, it’s hazing — regardless of what the fraternity calls it.

Q: Can I sue if my child wasn’t physically injured?

A: Yes. Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) is compensable. You can also sue for humiliation, emotional distress, and loss of academic opportunities.

Q: The university says they didn’t know about the hazing. Are they still liable?

A: Yes. Universities have a duty to protect students. If they should have known about hazing (e.g., prior incidents, complaints), they can be held liable for negligent supervision.

Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?

A: It doesn’t matter. Pennsylvania’s hazing law applies on or off campus. If the hazing was related to the fraternity or university, you can still sue.

Q: Can alumni be held liable?

A: Yes. If alumni hosted, facilitated, or participated in hazing, they can be sued individually and may have homeowner’s insurance that covers the damages.

Q: What if my child was drinking? Will that hurt our case?

A: No. Pennsylvania law says consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child was drinking, the fraternity is still responsible for forcing them to do so.

Q: How much is my hazing case worth?

A: Every case is different, but hazing cases have resulted in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Factors include:

• Severity of injuries
• Medical expenses
• Psychological trauma
• University/fraternity knowledge of prior incidents
• Egregiousness of conduct (e.g., waterboarding, forced exercise to collapse)

We offer free case evaluations to help you understand your potential recovery.

Q: How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

A: Pennsylvania has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. Do not wait. Evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

Q: Can I afford a lawyer?

A: Yes. We work on contingency — you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case. No recovery, no fee.

🏆 Our Commitment to Lycoming County Families

At Attorney 911, we believe that no child should be tortured in the name of “tradition.” We are committed to:

1. Ending the culture of hazing in Lycoming County and nationwide
2. Holding institutions accountable for failing to protect students
3. Securing justice and compensation for hazing victims and their families
4. Preventing future tragedies by making hazing too expensive to continue

We see your child as a person. We see their pain. We see their future. And we will fight for all three.

📞 Lycoming County Hazing Victims — Contact Us Today

Time is critical. Evidence disappears. Your rights expire. Call us now.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com/hazing

We serve Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, and hazing victims nationwide.

Your child was hazed. You are not alone. We will fight for you.