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Caroline County Fraternity Hazing Attorneys | $24M in Pike Settlements Exposed | Attorney911 — The Firm That Shut Down Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu | Federal Court | Former Insurance Defense | 1-888-ATTY-911

February 26, 2026 9 min read
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Hazing Lawyers for Caroline County Families – Justice for Victims of Fraternity Abuse

Hazing doesn’t stop at state lines. Neither do we.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for the hazing that hospitalized a young man with severe kidney failure. This same fraternity has chapters near Caroline County, and we’re here to protect Caroline County families from the same abuse.

If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization in Caroline County, we can help. You deserve justice — and we know how to get it.

🚨 What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Caroline County

Our client, Leonel Bermudez, accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston. What followed was weeks of systematic abuse that sent him to the hospital with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure for four days.

The hazing included:

  • Waterboarding with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
  • Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
  • Struck with wooden paddles
  • Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to keep running
  • Another pledge lost consciousness during a workout
  • Threats of expulsion if he didn’t comply

This wasn’t “tradition.” This was torture. And it’s happening at fraternities near Caroline County too.

The Same Fraternities Operate Near Caroline County

Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters across America — including near Caroline County. If they’re waterboarding students in Houston, how many other chapters are engaging in the same abuse?

Other national fraternities with hazing histories also have chapters near Caroline County, including:

  • Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) – $10M+ settlements for hazing deaths
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) – Multiple hazing deaths and lawsuits
  • Phi Delta Theta – $6.1M jury verdict for hazing death
  • Beta Theta Pi – $110M+ settlement for hazing death

These organizations have paid millions in settlements — and they’ll pay for what they do to Caroline County students too.

🏛️ Why Universities Near Caroline County Are Also Responsible

The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where Leonel Bermudez was hazed. They had the power to inspect, regulate, and shut it down — but they didn’t.

Universities near Caroline County have the same responsibility to protect students. If they fail, they can be held legally accountable — just like UH is in our case.

Caroline County Parents: Your Child’s School May Be Failing Them Too

  • Do they own or control fraternity/sorority houses?
  • Have they had prior hazing incidents they ignored?
  • Do they have real oversight of Greek life — or just empty policies?

If your child was hazed, the university may be liable too.

💰 Hazing Cases Win Millions — We Know How to Get Results

Hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, including:

  • $10.1 million – Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
  • $6.1 million – Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
  • $110+ million – Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)
  • $4+ million – Adam Oakes (Delta Chi, VCU)

Our $10 million demand for Leonel Bermudez is in line with these precedents — and Caroline County victims deserve the same justice.

📞 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Caroline County

1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Even if injuries seem minor, some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) can be life-threatening if untreated. Document everything.

2. Preserve All Evidence

  • Photos/videos of injuries, hazing activities, or locations
  • Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, emails about the hazing
  • Names and contact info of witnesses
  • Medical records from hospital visits or therapy

Do NOT delete anything. This evidence is critical to your case.

3. Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Alone

They will try to control the narrative, destroy evidence, or pressure your child into silence. Let us handle all communication.

4. Call Attorney 911 Immediately

Hazing cases have strict deadlines. In Virginia, you typically have 2 years to file a lawsuit — but evidence disappears fast.

We offer FREE consultations for Caroline County families. Call now:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911

⚖️ Why Caroline County Families Choose Attorney 911

We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

While other firms talk about hazing cases, we’re actively litigating a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and UH. We know how these organizations operate — and we know how to beat them.

Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

Both of our attorneys worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know their playbook — and we use it against them to maximize your compensation.

Nationwide Reach, Local Commitment

We’re based in Texas, but we represent hazing victims across America, including Caroline County. We offer:

  • Video consultations for Caroline County families
  • Willingness to travel to Caroline County for depositions and trials
  • Federal court authority to pursue national fraternities

No Upfront Costs — We Only Get Paid If You Win

We work on contingency — you pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

We Speak Spanish

Many hazing victims are from Spanish-speaking families. Se habla español — we ensure language isn’t a barrier to justice.

🎯 Who We Can Sue for Caroline County Hazing Victims

Hazing cases often involve multiple defendants, including:

Defendant Why They’re Liable
Local Chapter Directly organized and conducted hazing
National Organization Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture
University Owned/controlled property; failed to protect students
Chapter Officers Leadership responsibility; directed hazing
Individual Members Participated in or failed to stop hazing
Alumni Hosted hazing at their homes; premises liability
Insurance Companies Coverage for institutional liability

We pursue EVERY liable party to maximize your compensation.

📅 Don’t Wait — The Clock Is Ticking

Virginia has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. If you wait too long, you could lose your right to sue — forever.

Evidence disappears fast:

  • Texts get deleted
  • Witnesses forget details
  • Organizations destroy records
  • Security footage gets erased

Call us today for a free consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911

🔥 Our Message to Fraternities Near Caroline County

To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and all other fraternities operating near Caroline County:

We are watching. We are coming for you.

The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapters. If you haze students in Caroline County, we will pursue every liable entity — including you personally.

You’ve paid millions before. You’ll pay millions again. Clean up your chapters — or we’ll shut them down in court.

💬 What Caroline County Families Are Saying About Us

“They fought for us like we were family. We never felt like just another case.”Chad H.

“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer.”Dame H.

“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do.”Lupe Pena (on our hazing case)

📍 Serving Caroline County from Houston, Austin & Beaumont

While we’re based in Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide, including Caroline County. We offer:
Free consultations by phone or video
Travel to Caroline County for depositions and trials
Federal court authority to pursue national fraternities
Spanish-speaking staff for Caroline County families

Distance is not a barrier to justice. Call us today:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911

📞 Caroline County Hazing Victims: Call Now for Justice

If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any organization near Caroline County, you have rights. We can help you hold the responsible parties accountable — and get the compensation your family deserves.

Free Consultation — No Upfront Costs — We Only Get Paid If You Win

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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Enough is enough. It’s time for justice.

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