🛡️ Hazing Victims in Glasscock County, Texas: Your Legal Rights & How We Can Help

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🚨 The Hazing Crisis Has Reached Glasscock County

Glasscock County families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. But across Texas—and right here in our community—students are being subjected to torture, humiliation, and life-threatening abuse in the name of “tradition.”

This isn’t just happening at big universities. It’s happening at institutions near Glasscock County, in fraternities and organizations that operate right here in our region.

At Attorney 911, we’re fighting this battle right now in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. A student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, and hospitalized with kidney failure—all because he wanted to join a brotherhood.

The same fraternities. The same “traditions.” The same risks exist for students near Glasscock County.

If your child has been hazed, you have legal rights. And we can help—no matter where in Texas the incident occurred.

🔍 What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Illegal in Texas)

Hazing isn’t just “rough initiation.” Under Texas law, it includes any activity that:

• Endangers physical or mental health (e.g., forced exercise, sleep deprivation, exposure to extreme weather)
• Involves forced consumption (alcohol, food, or other substances to the point of vomiting or injury)
• Uses physical brutality (beating, paddling, branding, waterboarding)
• Creates humiliation or psychological abuse (carrying sexual objects, being hog-tied, threats of expulsion)

Texas Education Code § 37.151 makes hazing a crime—and consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says that doesn’t matter.

⚠️ Warning Signs Your Child May Be a Hazing Victim

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

✅ Physical signs:

• Unexplained bruises, burns, or injuries
• Extreme exhaustion, difficulty walking, or muscle pain
• Dark or brown urine (sign of rhabdomyolysis, a life-threatening muscle breakdown)
• Weight loss or signs of dehydration
• Hospitalization for “unknown causes”

✅ Behavioral signs:

• Sudden withdrawal from family or friends
• Fear of talking about their activities
• Avoiding certain people or places
• Increased anxiety, depression, or PTSD symptoms
• Dropping grades or missing classes

✅ Environmental signs:

• Late-night “meetings” or “activities” that can’t be explained
• Secretive group chats or coded language
• Being forced to wear embarrassing or degrading clothing
• Being ordered to perform tasks for members

If you see these signs, your child may be in danger. Contact us immediately.

💔 What Hazing Does to Victims (Real Cases We’re Fighting Now)

Case 1: The $10 Million Fight (Our Current Case)

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (University of Houston)
What Happened:

• Forced to do 500 squats, 100 pushups, and bear crawls until he collapsed
• Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
• Struck with wooden paddles
• Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to run through his own vomit
• Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure

The Defendants:

• Pi Kappa Phi fraternity (national & local chapter)
• University of Houston (they owned the fraternity house where the torture happened)
• Individual members who participated

Status: $10 million lawsuit filed—we’re fighting this battle right now.

Case 2: The Student Who Died from “Tradition”

Victim: Andrew Coffey (Florida State University)
What Happened:

• Forced to drink an entire bottle of bourbon at a Pi Kappa Phi event
• Found unresponsive the next morning
• Died from alcohol poisoning

The Aftermath:

• Pi Kappa Phi knew this was dangerous—but did nothing to stop it
• 8 years later, another student (our client) was hospitalized from the same fraternity

This is why we fight. These organizations don’t change unless they’re forced to.

🏛️ Who Is Liable for Hazing in Glasscock County?

If your child was hazed, multiple parties can be held accountable:

We sue them all. Because everyone who allowed this to happen must be held accountable.

💰 What Your Family Can Recover

Hazing causes physical, emotional, and financial harm. You may be entitled to compensation for:

🩺 Medical Expenses

• Emergency room visits
• Hospital stays (our client was hospitalized for 4 days)
• Surgery or long-term treatment
• Therapy for PTSD, anxiety, or depression

💼 Lost Wages & Future Earnings

• Time missed from work during recovery
• Lost internship or job opportunities
• Reduced earning capacity if injuries are permanent

😢 Pain & Suffering

• Physical pain from injuries
• Emotional trauma from abuse
• Humiliation and degradation
• Fear of retaliation (our client was too scared to speak publicly)

🏠 Other Damages

• Disruption to education (dropped classes, delayed graduation)
• Travel expenses for medical care
• Punitive damages (to punish the defendants and prevent future hazing)

In our current case, we’re seeking $10 million—because that’s what it takes to make these institutions change.

⚖️ Texas Hazing Law: Your Legal Rights

1. Criminal Charges (Yes, Hazing Is a Crime)

Under Texas Education Code § 37.152, hazing can result in:

• Class B Misdemeanor (up to 180 days in jail, $2,000 fine)
• Class A Misdemeanor (up to 1 year in jail, $4,000 fine) if the victim suffers serious bodily injury
• State Jail Felony (180 days–2 years in jail, $10,000 fine) if the victim dies

The University of Houston spokesperson has already said there could be “potential criminal charges.”

2. Civil Lawsuits (You Can Sue for Money Damages)

Even if no criminal charges are filed, you can still sue for:

• Negligence (failure to protect students)
• Assault & Battery (physical abuse)
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (psychological torture)
• Premises Liability (if hazing happened on university-owned property)

And remember: Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says that doesn’t matter.

3. Statute of Limitations (You Have a Deadline)

• Personal Injury: 2 years from the date of the hazing incident
• Wrongful Death: 2 years from the date of death

Don’t wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your rights expire.

🚑 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Glasscock County

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

• Go to the emergency room—even if injuries seem minor
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can be fatal if untreated
• Medical records are critical evidence

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

✅ Photos/Videos: Take pictures of injuries, hazing locations, any physical evidence
✅ Texts/Group Chats: Screenshot all communications about hazing
✅ Social Media: Save posts, messages, or stories about the incident
✅ Witnesses: Get names and contact info of anyone who saw what happened
✅ Medical Records: Request copies of all hospital/doctor visits

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer

• They will try to control the narrative
• They will minimize the incident
• They may destroy evidence
• Anything you say can be used against you

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | ralph@atty911.com

We offer:
✔ Free, confidential consultations (no obligation)
✔ No upfront costs—we only get paid if we win
✔ Aggressive representation—we don’t back down from fraternities or universities
✔ Nationwide reach—we can help no matter where in Texas the hazing occurred

🎯 Why Glasscock County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

• We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston
• We know how to build these cases
• We know how to win against powerful institutions

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys (We Know Their Playbook)

• Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena used to work for insurance companies
• We know how they try to deny claims
• We know how to counter their tactics

3. Federal Court Authority (We Can Sue Anywhere in Texas)

• Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
• Can pursue cases in federal court if needed
• Dual-state bar admission (Texas AND New York) for national fraternity cases

4. We Travel to Glasscock County

• We come to you for depositions, meetings, and court appearances
• Distance is not a barrier to justice

5. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)

• Hazing affects all communities
• We provide bilingual support for Spanish-speaking families

6. We Care About Your Child (Not Just the Case)

• We’ve seen what hazing does to families
• We treat every client like family
• We fight hard because we truly care

📢 Our Message to Fraternities Near Glasscock County

To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and every other fraternity operating near Glasscock County:

We are watching.

The same legal strategies that won $10 million verdicts across America apply to your chapters.

If you haze students near Glasscock County, we will sue you.

• The university
• The national organization
• The housing corporation
• Every individual member

We already shut down the Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter. Your chapter could be next.

📞 Glasscock County Families: Call Us Now

If your child has been hazed, you have legal rights. We can help.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
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Free consultation. No upfront costs. We only get paid if we win.

Don’t wait. Evidence disappears. Your rights expire. Call now.

🏆 We’ve Won Millions for Victims Like You

Glasscock County families deserve the same aggressive representation.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. My child was hazed, but they don’t want to get anyone in trouble. Should we still pursue legal action?

Yes. Hazing is a crime, and these organizations won’t change unless forced to. Your child’s case could save future victims from the same abuse.

2. The fraternity says my child “consented.” Does that matter?

No. Under Texas law, consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the law says that doesn’t matter.

3. We’re not in Houston. Can you still help us?

Absolutely. We serve all of Texas, including Glasscock County. We offer:

• Video consultations
• Travel to Glasscock County for meetings and depositions
• Federal court authority to pursue cases anywhere in Texas

4. How much does it cost to hire you?

$0 upfront. We work on a contingency fee—we only get paid if we win your case. If we don’t recover money for you, you owe us nothing.

5. What if the hazing happened at a small college near Glasscock County?

It doesn’t matter. Hazing is illegal everywhere in Texas, whether it’s at a major university or a small college. We can help.

6. The university says they didn’t know about the hazing. Can we still sue them?

Yes. Universities have a duty to protect students. If they failed to monitor Greek life or ignored warning signs, they can be held liable.

7. What if my child was hazed in a different state?

We can still help. We have nationwide reach through federal court and partnerships with attorneys in other states.

8. How long do we have to file a lawsuit?

2 years from the date of the hazing incident (or from the date of death in wrongful death cases). Don’t wait—evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

🔥 Glasscock County Families: The Time to Act Is Now

Hazing isn’t “tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s torture. And it’s illegal.

Your child deserves justice. Your family deserves compensation. And future victims deserve protection.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now for a free, confidential consultation.

We don’t just talk about hazing. We fight it. And we win.

Attorney 911 — Legal Emergency Lawyers™
Serving Glasscock County from Houston, Austin & Beaumont
📍 Houston Office: 1177 W Loop S Suite 1600, Houston, TX 77027
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Glasscock County families: You are not alone. We are here to fight for you.