🚨 Hazing Victims in Campbell County: You Are Not Alone — We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now
Campbell County families: If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization near Campbell County, you need to know this: We are fighting this battle right now.
Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, have filed a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure from extreme hazing — including waterboarding, forced eating until vomiting, and 500 squats until collapse.
This isn’t just happening in Houston. It’s happening near Campbell County too. The same fraternities operate at universities across Tennessee. The same “traditions” exist. The same negligence allows it to continue.
And we will fight for Campbell County victims with the same aggression.
📢 What Happened in Houston — And What’s Happening Near Campbell County
On November 3, 2025, a young man named Leonel Bermudez was subjected to torture disguised as “pledging.”
He was:
- Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
- Forced to do 500 squats, 100 pushups, and other extreme exercises until he couldn’t stand
- Struck with wooden paddles
- Forced to eat until he vomited, then made to keep running
- Sprayed with a hose while minimally clothed in cold weather
- Threatened with expulsion if he stopped
He collapsed. He crawled up the stairs when he got home. The next day, he couldn’t move. The day after that, his mother rushed him to the hospital — where he was diagnosed with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure. He spent four days in the hospital fighting for his life.
This happened in Houston. But it could have happened near Campbell County. And it likely is happening near Campbell County right now.
🏛️ The Same Fraternities Operate Near Campbell County
Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters across America — including at universities near Campbell County. The same national organization that allowed waterboarding in Houston oversees chapters where your Campbell County children may be pledging.
And they’re not the only ones:
- Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) — Multiple hazing deaths nationwide
- Sigma Chi — Recent hazing lawsuit in Alabama
- Kappa Sigma — Multiple hazing incidents
- Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) — $10 million settlement in Ohio
These organizations have paid MILLIONS in settlements. But they haven’t changed their culture. And they won’t — unless Campbell County families stand up and say ENOUGH.
⚖️ Campbell County Families: You Have Legal Rights
If your child has been hazed near Campbell County, you can sue for:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Pain and suffering from physical and psychological abuse
- Punitive damages to punish the organization and prevent future hazing
- Lost wages and educational opportunities
- Emotional distress from PTSD, anxiety, and depression
And in Tennessee, consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Tennessee law says this doesn’t matter. Hazing is illegal — period.
💰 Multi-Million Dollar Precedents: This Is What Justice Looks Like
Hazing cases win BIG when victims stand up. Here’s what other families have recovered:
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Phi Delta Theta | Louisiana State | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | $110+ million (estimated) |
| Andrew Coffey | Pi Kappa Phi | Florida State | Confidential settlement |
Our $10 million demand is in line with these precedents. And Campbell County families deserve the same justice.
🔥 Why This Case Matters to Campbell County
- They Knew — Pi Kappa Phi had a hazing death in 2017 (Andrew Coffey). They did nothing to prevent it from happening again.
- Universities Are Complicit — The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where torture occurred. Universities near Campbell County have the same power — and the same liability.
- It’s Not “Tradition” — It’s Torture — Waterboarding is a war crime when done to enemy combatants. It’s not “brotherhood” when done to college students.
- They’re Already Planning to Come Back — Pi Kappa Phi’s response to hospitalizing a student? “We look forward to returning to campus.” They don’t think this will stop them. We have to prove them wrong.
- Campbell County Victims Are Next — If we don’t stop this now, another Campbell County family will lose their child.
📞 Campbell County Families: You Are Not Alone — Call Us Now
This is a LEGAL EMERGENCY. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations run out.
If your child has been hazed near Campbell County, call us IMMEDIATELY:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Available 24/7 for Campbell County hazing emergencies
We work on CONTINGENCY — $0 upfront for Campbell County families. We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid.
🛡️ What to Do If Your Child Has Been Hazed Near Campbell County
- Get medical attention — Even if injuries seem minor, document everything.
- Preserve all evidence — Text messages, photos, videos, social media posts.
- Do NOT talk to the fraternity/sorority or university alone — They will try to control the narrative.
- Do NOT sign anything — You may be waiving your rights.
- Do NOT post on social media — Anything you post can be used against you.
- Call Attorney 911 immediately — 1-888-ATTY-911
🏆 Our Promise to Campbell County Families
We are former insurance defense attorneys. We know how the other side thinks. We know how they try to minimize claims. We know how to fight back.
For Campbell County hazing victims, we will:
- Build your case with expert witnesses (medical, Greek life culture, institutional negligence)
- Preserve evidence immediately — texts, photos, medical records, witness statements
- Negotiate from strength — we’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case
- Travel to Campbell County — for depositions, meetings, and trials when needed
- Provide remote consultations — Campbell County families can video chat with our attorneys
- Fight for maximum compensation — medical bills, pain and suffering, punitive damages
If a university, fraternity, or insurance company tries to silence Campbell County hazing victims, we take it to court.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Campbell County Families
Q: My child was hazed but didn’t go to the hospital. Can we still sue?
A: Yes. Psychological trauma, emotional distress, and humiliation are all valid claims. Even if there are no physical injuries, you can still pursue compensation.
Q: The fraternity says my child “consented” to hazing. Is that a defense?
A: No. Tennessee law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing. The law is clear: even if your child agreed to participate, the fraternity is still liable.
Q: We’re in Campbell County. How can a Houston law firm help us?
A: We serve hazing victims nationwide through:
- Federal court authority (U.S. District Court admission)
- Dual-state bar licenses (Texas AND New York)
- Willingness to travel to Campbell County for your case
- Remote consultation technology for Campbell County families
Distance is not a barrier to justice.
Q: How much does it cost to hire Attorney 911?
A: $0 upfront. We work on contingency — you don’t pay us unless and until you get paid. This allows Campbell County families to fight powerful institutions without financial risk.
Q: What if the hazing happened at a private school near Campbell County?
A: We can still pursue your case. Private universities have the same duty to protect students. Their insurance policies often provide coverage for hazing claims.
Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?
A: In Tennessee, you typically have 1 year from the date of the hazing incident to file a lawsuit. Do not wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your rights expire.
Q: My child is afraid of retribution. How will you protect them?
A: We understand the fear. Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is also afraid of retribution. We will:
- Handle all communications with the fraternity/university
- Protect your child’s identity when possible
- Pursue legal action against anyone who retaliates
- Provide security recommendations if needed
🎯 The Message to Fraternities Near Campbell County
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma, and every fraternity operating near Campbell County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
If you haze students near Campbell County, we will:
- Sue your national organization
- Sue your local chapter
- Sue your housing corporation
- Sue your chapter officers personally
- Sue the university that allows you to operate
- Pursue criminal charges when applicable
Andrew Coffey died in 2017. Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized in 2025. Your chapter could be next.
🏫 The Message to Universities Near Campbell County
To the University of Tennessee, Carson-Newman University, Lincoln Memorial University, and every institution near Campbell County:
You own the buildings. You collect the rent. You have the power to stop this.
When you allow hazing to continue on your campus, you are liable. You will pay.
The University of Houston owned the Pi Kappa Phi house where a student was waterboarded. They are now facing a $10 million lawsuit.
Your institution could be next.
📅 This Is Happening Now — Campbell County Families Must Act
Timeline of Our Current Case:
- September 16, 2025: Leonel Bermudez accepts bid to Pi Kappa Phi
- September-November 2025: Weeks of systematic hazing
- November 3, 2025: Bermudez collapses after extreme punishment
- November 6, 2025: Hospitalized with kidney failure
- November 14, 2025: Pi Kappa Phi closes UH chapter
- November 21, 2025: $10 MILLION LAWSUIT FILED
- November 29, 2025: This document published — building the nationwide campaign
Campbell County families: This is your wake-up call. If your child was hazed this fall, the clock is ticking.
🚨 Campbell County Parents: Ask Yourself These Questions
- Does your child seem more anxious, depressed, or withdrawn than usual?
- Have they mentioned “pledging” activities that sound extreme or dangerous?
- Have they been forced to drink alcohol, exercise excessively, or perform humiliating tasks?
- Have they been threatened with expulsion if they don’t comply?
- Do they seem afraid to talk about their Greek life experience?
If you answered “yes” to any of these, your child may be a hazing victim. Call us NOW at 1-888-ATTY-911.
🏆 Why Campbell County Families Choose Attorney 911
✅ 25+ Years of Courtroom Experience — Battle-tested trial attorneys
✅ Former Insurance Defense Insight — We know their playbook
✅ Federal Court Admission — Can pursue Campbell County cases in federal court
✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses — Texas AND New York — strategic advantage
✅ Se Habla Español — Bilingual staff serving Spanish-speaking families
✅ Nationwide Hazing Expertise — Currently litigating $10M UH hazing case
✅ Contingency Fee — $0 upfront for Campbell County families
✅ Google 4.9 Stars | 250+ Reviews — Proven client satisfaction
📞 Campbell County Hazing Victims: Call Now — Free Consultation
This is a LEGAL EMERGENCY. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Your rights expire.
Campbell County families: If your child has been hazed, call us IMMEDIATELY.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Available 24/7 for Campbell County hazing emergencies
We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid. Campbell County families pay $0 upfront.
🔚 Enough Is Enough — Campbell County Families Deserve Justice
To the fraternities near Campbell County: We are coming for you.
To the universities near Campbell County: You will be held accountable.
To the Campbell County families who have lost children to hazing: We will fight for you.
To the Campbell County students who are being hazed right now: You are not alone.
Enough is enough.
Campbell County families: The fight starts now.