🚨 Hazing Victim Legal Support in Sublette County, Wyoming

Attorney 911: Fighting for Justice for Hazing Victims and Families in Sublette County and Nationwide

🏢 Who We Are: Sublette County’s Hazing Litigation Experts

At Attorney 911, we are a team of aggressive, compassionate personal injury and hazing litigation attorneys with offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas. While we are based in Texas, we proudly serve hazing victims and their families across the country — including in Sublette County, Wyoming.

Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña, are both former insurance defense lawyers — meaning we know exactly how the other side thinks, operates, and tries to minimize your claim. We use that insider knowledge to maximize recovery for hazing victims.

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — a case that has gained national attention for exposing the brutal reality of fraternity hazing. The same fraternities operate at universities near Sublette County. The same risks exist for your child. We are fighting this battle right now — and we will fight for Sublette County families with the same fury.

If your child has been hazed in Sublette County or anywhere in Wyoming, call us immediately: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911

🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Sublette County and Beyond

Hazing is not just a problem in big universities — it happens in Sublette County, Wyoming, and across the Mountain West. Whether your child attends a local high school, community college, or university near Sublette County, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

What Hazing Looks Like in Sublette County and Wyoming:

• Extreme physical punishment — forced exercise, beatings, paddling
• Forced consumption — alcohol, food, or dangerous substances
• Waterboarding and simulated drowning — yes, it happens here too
• Psychological torture — humiliation, threats, sleep deprivation
• Sexual abuse and assault — carried out under the guise of “tradition”

This isn’t “boys being boys.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. And it’s illegal.

The Medical Consequences:

Hazing can cause life-threatening injuries, including:

• Rhabdomyolysis — muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure (our client suffered this)
• Traumatic brain injury — from beatings or falls
• Alcohol poisoning — from forced drinking
• Hypothermia or heat stroke — from exposure
• PTSD, anxiety, and depression — long after the physical wounds heal

Sublette County families: If your child has been hazed, get them medical attention immediately — then call us.

⚠️ Our Current Case: The $10 Million Fight That Shows What’s Possible for Sublette County Victims

Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi — The Case That Exposes the Truth

In November 2025, we filed a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston on behalf of Leonel Bermudez, a young man who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, struck with wooden paddles, and hospitalized with kidney failure during fraternity hazing.

This case is happening now — and it proves that hazing cases win. The same legal strategies apply to Sublette County victims.

Key Facts of the Case:

• Victim: Leonel Bermudez (a “ghost rush” — not even enrolled at UH yet)
• Hazing Activities: Waterboarding, forced eating until vomiting, extreme physical exercise, wooden paddles, sleep deprivation
• Result: 4-day hospitalization with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure
• Defendants: Pi Kappa Phi National, UH chapter, University of Houston, individual members
• Damages Sought: $10 million

Media Coverage:

• ABC13 Houston: “Abuse and hazing led to hospitalization”
• KHOU 11: “$10 million lawsuit filed”
• Houston Chronicle: “UH fraternity hazing lawsuit”
• Houston Public Media: “Waterboarding is torture”

Pi Kappa Phi’s Own Statement (November 21, 2025):

“Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity closed its Beta Nu Chapter effective November 14, 2025, following violations of the Fraternity’s risk management policy and membership conduct standards.”

Translation: They knew it was wrong. They admitted violations. And they closed the chapter 7 days before the lawsuit was filed — proving they knew litigation was coming.

💰 Why $10 Million? Because Hazing Cases Win Big — Here’s the Proof

Hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements across the country. These are not isolated incidents — they are precedents that prove Sublette County victims can win.

Recent Hazing Verdicts & Settlements:

Sublette County families: These results are possible for you too.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Hazing Victim in Wyoming

Wyoming Hazing Laws

Wyoming has strong anti-hazing laws that protect students:

Wyoming Statute § 21-16-1301 (Hazing Prohibited):

“Hazing” means any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.

Key Points:

• Consent is NOT a defense — even if your child “agreed” to participate, hazing is still illegal
• Criminal penalties — hazing is a misdemeanor in Wyoming, punishable by fines and jail time
• Civil liability — victims can sue for medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages

Who Can Be Sued in Sublette County?

In a hazing case, multiple parties can be held liable, including:

• The local fraternity or sorority chapter — for organizing and conducting hazing
• The national organization — for failing to supervise and enforce anti-hazing policies
• The university or school — for failing to protect students (especially if they own the property)
• Individual members — for participating in or facilitating hazing
• Alumni or advisors — for allowing hazing to occur at their homes or events

Sublette County families: We will pursue every liable party to maximize your recovery.

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

Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

• Hazing injuries can be life-threatening — seek emergency care if needed
• Document all injuries with photos and medical records
• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked — some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) may not appear immediately

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Save all communications — texts, GroupMe messages, Snapchats, emails
• Take photos and videos — of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence
• Write down everything — dates, times, what happened, who was involved
• Get witness information — names and contact info of other victims or bystanders

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization Without Legal Counsel

• Fraternities, sororities, and universities will try to control the narrative
• They may ask you to sign documents or give statements — do not do this without an attorney
• Anything you say can be used against you

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

• Call us 24/7: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911
• Email: ralph@atty911.com
• We offer free consultations for Sublette County families
• We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win

🎯 Why Sublette County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We Are Fighting This Battle Right Now

• We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing case — we know how to win
• The same fraternities operate near Sublette County — we know their playbook

2. Former Insurance Defense Lawyers

• We know how insurance companies and institutions try to minimize claims
• We use that knowledge to maximize your recovery

3. Federal Court Authority

• We are admitted to U.S. District Court — we can pursue your case nationwide
• Sublette County families: Distance is not a barrier

4. Dual-State Bar Admission (Texas & New York)

• Strategic advantage for cases against national fraternities and universities

5. We Travel to Sublette County

• We will come to Sublette County, Pinedale, Big Piney, Marbleton, or anywhere in Wyoming for depositions, meetings, and trials
• We offer remote consultations for families who cannot travel

6. Bilingual Services (Se Habla Español)

• We serve Spanish-speaking families in Sublette County without language barriers

7. Contingency Fee — $0 Upfront

• You pay nothing unless we win your case
• No hourly fees, no retainers
• We take the risk — you get the justice

🏛️ Who We Sue for Sublette County Hazing Victims

We pursue every liable party to ensure full accountability and maximum compensation:

Sublette County families: We will leave no stone unturned.

💡 Frequently Asked Questions for Sublette County Families

Q: My child was hazed at a university near Sublette County. Can you help?

A: Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Wyoming. We have federal court authority and are willing to travel to Sublette County for your case.

Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?

A: We can still pursue your case. Hazing is illegal on or off campus, and universities/schools can still be held liable for failing to protect students.

Q: What if my child “consented” to the hazing?

A: Consent is not a defense. Wyoming law explicitly states that consent does not justify hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the organization is still liable.

Q: How much is my case worth?

A: Every case is unique, but hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. We pursue compensation for:

• Medical bills (past and future)
• Pain and suffering
• Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Punitive damages (to punish egregious conduct)

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

A: In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 4 years. However, you should act immediately — evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and institutions try to cover up their actions.

Q: Will my child have to go to court?

A: Most cases settle out of court. However, if the defendants refuse to offer a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to trial.

Q: How much does it cost to hire you?

A: Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery, so you only pay if we get you money.

📞 Sublette County Families: Call Us Now — Free Consultation

If your child has been hazed in Sublette County or anywhere in Wyoming, you have legal rights. We are fighting this battle right now — and we will fight for you.

Contact Attorney 911 Today:

• Phone: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
• Email: ralph@atty911.com
• Website: attorney911.com

We serve Sublette County, Wyoming, and nationwide. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

🏆 Our Promise to Sublette County Families

“We see your child as a person — not a paycheck. We will fight for you with the same aggression we’re bringing to our $10 million hazing case. Sublette County families deserve justice, and we will not rest until you get it.”

— Ralph Manginello & Lupe Peña, Attorney 911

Serving Sublette County and All of Wyoming:

• Sublette County (Pinedale, Big Piney, Marbleton, Boulder, Daniel)
• Nearby Universities and Colleges:
  • University of Wyoming (Laramie)
  • Western Wyoming Community College (Rock Springs)
  • Central Wyoming College (Riverton)
  • Casper College (Casper)
  • Northwest College (Powell)

If your child attends any school in Wyoming — public, private, or community college — we can help.

🚨 Hazing is abuse. It’s illegal. And it must stop. Sublette County families: We are here to fight for you.