🛡️ Hazing Victims in Sweetwater County Deserve Justice
Fraternity Abuse Lawyers Serving Sweetwater County, Wyoming
Immediate, aggressive legal help for Sweetwater County hazing victims — 24/7 free consultations. We protect injured students and hold abusers accountable.
🚨 This Happened in Houston. It Could Happen in Sweetwater County.
On November 21, 2025, Attorney 911 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. The abuse included:
✅ Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning
✅ 500 squats and 100+ pushups — forced until muscles broke down
✅ Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault
✅ Forced to eat until vomiting — then forced to keep running
✅ Sleep deprivation — driven around at all hours
✅ Humiliation — carrying sexual objects, stripping in cold weather
This isn’t “tradition.” This is torture.
And it’s happening at universities near Sweetwater County right now.
🏛️ The Same Fraternities Operate Near Sweetwater County
Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters across America, including at universities near Sweetwater County. The same national organization that failed to stop Andrew Coffey’s death in 2017 is now responsible for Leonel Bermudez’s hospitalization in 2025.
If it happened at UH, it can happen in Sweetwater County.
If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near Sweetwater County, they face the same risks.
⚖️ Sweetwater County Families: You Have Legal Rights
Hazing is illegal in Wyoming. Under Wyoming law, consent is not a defense — even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity and university can still be held liable.
We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing case in Texas, and we will fight just as hard for Sweetwater County victims.
Who We Can Sue for Sweetwater County Hazing Victims:
✔ The local fraternity/sorority chapter — for organizing and conducting hazing
✔ The national organization — for failing to supervise and allowing a culture of abuse
✔ The university — for failing to protect students despite knowing the risks
✔ Individual members — for participating in or facilitating abuse
✔ Chapter officers — for leadership responsibility (president, pledgemaster, etc.)
✔ Alumni who hosted hazing — for premises liability
✔ Insurance companies — for covering the defendants’ liability
💔 What Hazing Does to Sweetwater County Students
Hazing doesn’t just cause physical injuries — it leaves lasting scars:
🔴 Physical harm — rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), kidney failure, broken bones, alcohol poisoning, heat stroke
🔴 Psychological trauma — PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts
🔴 Academic disruption — missed classes, failed courses, delayed graduation
🔴 Financial burden — medical bills, therapy costs, lost scholarships
🔴 Social isolation — fear of retribution, loss of friendships, stigma
Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized for 4 days with kidney failure. He crawled up the stairs when he got home because he couldn’t walk. This is what fraternities do to our kids.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Sweetwater County
🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION STEPS:
- 🏥 Get medical attention — Even if injuries seem minor, get documented. Rhabdomyolysis and other conditions can appear days later.
- 📸 Preserve evidence — Take photos of injuries, save all texts/group chats, screenshot social media posts, document everything.
- 📝 Report to authorities — File a police report. Report to the university’s Title IX office.
- 🚫 Do NOT talk to the fraternity/sorority — They will try to control the narrative. Let your attorney handle all communication.
- 📞 Call Attorney 911 NOW — 1-888-ATTY-911 — The sooner we get involved, the stronger your case.
⚠️ DO NOT WAIT. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations expire.
💰 How Much Is a Sweetwater County Hazing Case Worth?
Hazing cases can result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Our current case seeks $10 million, and precedent cases show this is reasonable:
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz (2021) | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver (2017) | Phi Delta Theta | Louisiana State | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza (2017) | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | Settlement | $110+ million |
| Leonel Bermudez (2025) | Pi Kappa Phi | University of Houston | Pending | $10 million |
What Sweetwater County Families Can Recover:
✅ Medical expenses — hospital bills, future treatment, therapy
✅ Lost wages — time missed from work or internships
✅ Pain and suffering — physical and emotional trauma
✅ Punitive damages — to punish egregious conduct (like waterboarding)
✅ Educational damages — lost scholarships, delayed graduation
If your child was hazed in Sweetwater County, you deserve full compensation — not just for the medical bills, but for the lifelong trauma.
🏆 Why Sweetwater County Families Choose Attorney 911
1️⃣ We’re Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW
We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the fight, and we know how to win.
2️⃣ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys — We Know Their Playbook
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know exactly how they’ll try to minimize your claim — and we know how to destroy their defenses.
3️⃣ Federal Court Authority — We Can Sue Anywhere
We’re admitted to U.S. District Court, so we can pursue Sweetwater County cases anywhere in America — including against national fraternities headquartered out of state.
4️⃣ Dual-State Bar Admission — Strategic Advantage
We’re licensed in Texas AND New York, giving us leverage against national organizations with chapters in multiple states.
5️⃣ We Travel to Sweetwater County
We will come to Sweetwater County for:
✔ Depositions
✔ Client meetings
✔ Court appearances
✔ Trials
Distance is not a barrier to justice.
6️⃣ Se Habla Español — Bilingual Representation
Many hazing victims are from Spanish-speaking families. We provide full bilingual support — no language barriers to justice.
7️⃣ $0 Upfront — You Pay Nothing Unless We Win
We work on contingency — no fees unless we recover money for you. Sweetwater County families pay nothing upfront.
🎥 Hear From Our Attorneys
Ralph Manginello on the UH Hazing Case (ABC13):
“When he finally made it home, he crawled up the stairs and went to bed. The next day, he was really sore and couldn’t really move. The next day was worse, and the next day, his mom rushed him to the hospital, and he had some kidney failure.”
Lupe Pena on Why We Fight:
“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”
📞 Sweetwater County Hazing Victims: Call Now
Legal Emergency Hotline for Sweetwater County Families:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We offer free, confidential consultations for Sweetwater County hazing victims. Call now before evidence disappears.
🏛️ We Serve All of Sweetwater County
Attorney 911 proudly serves hazing victims and families across Sweetwater County, Wyoming, including:
- Rock Springs
- Green River
- Wamsutter
- Farson
- Superior
- Bairoil
- Granger
- Relief
- Table Rock
- Point of Rocks
- Little America
And all surrounding areas in Sweetwater County.
We also represent Sweetwater County students hazed at universities across America.
🚫 To Fraternities Near Sweetwater County: We Are Watching
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Nu, Delta Chi, and all others:
We are tracking your chapters. We know your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your history of hazing settlements.
If you haze students in Sweetwater County, we will find every liable entity — the chapter, the nationals, the university, and the individuals.
The UH Pi Kappa Phi chapter? Shut down. Charter surrendered. Criminal referrals initiated.
Your chapter could be next.
📢 Sweetwater County Parents: Know the Warning Signs of Hazing
Hazing often starts with seemingly harmless activities that escalate into abuse. Watch for:
🚩 Sudden secrecy — Your child stops talking about fraternity/sorority activities
🚩 Unexplained injuries — Bruises, cuts, limping, exhaustion
🚩 Sleep deprivation — Up all night, falling asleep in class, dark circles
🚩 Mood changes — Anxiety, depression, withdrawal, irritability
🚩 Missing classes — Skipping school, failing grades
🚩 Unexplained expenses — Buying alcohol, paying for events, “dues” that seem excessive
🚩 Defensive behavior — “It’s tradition,” “Everyone goes through it,” “It’s not a big deal”
🚩 Fear of consequences — “If I tell, I’ll be kicked out,” “They’ll retaliate”
If you suspect hazing, call us immediately: 1-888-ATTY-911
📚 Sweetwater County Universities with Greek Life — Know the Risks
Many universities near Sweetwater County have active Greek organizations, including:
| University | Location | Greek Organizations Present |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wyoming | Laramie, WY | Yes (multiple fraternities/sororities) |
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | Yes (large Greek system) |
| University of Utah | Salt Lake City, UT | Yes (multiple chapters) |
| Utah State University | Logan, UT | Yes (active Greek life) |
| University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | Yes |
| Western Wyoming Community College | Rock Springs, WY | Limited Greek presence |
The same national fraternities involved in the UH hazing case operate at universities near Sweetwater County. Your child could be at risk.
🔍 How We Build Sweetwater County Hazing Cases
1️⃣ Immediate Evidence Preservation
- Secure texts, social media, photos, videos
- Interview witnesses before they forget
- Document injuries at all stages of healing
2️⃣ Medical Documentation
- Obtain hospital records, doctor notes, therapy records
- Work with medical experts to assess long-term impact
- Calculate future medical expenses
3️⃣ Pattern Evidence
- Research prior hazing incidents at the same chapter
- Identify systemic failures by the national organization
- Establish institutional knowledge by the university
4️⃣ Liability Strategy
- Sue the chapter, nationals, university, and individuals
- Pierce corporate veils to reach personal assets
- Identify all insurance policies for maximum recovery
5️⃣ Negotiation & Litigation
- Demand policy limits from insurance companies
- File lawsuits against all liable parties
- Take cases to trial if necessary to secure justice
📅 Sweetwater County Hazing Statute of Limitations
Wyoming law gives you a limited time to file a lawsuit:
| Type of Claim | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Personal Injury | 4 years from date of injury |
| Wrongful Death | 2 years from date of death |
⚠️ DO NOT WAIT. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Your rights expire.
Call Attorney 911 today: 1-888-ATTY-911
💬 Sweetwater County Hazing Victims: You Are Not Alone
Hazing victims often feel shame, fear, and isolation. You may be afraid to speak up because:
🔹 You “consented” to participate → Consent is not a defense under Wyoming law.
🔹 You don’t want to “ruin” the fraternity → They ruined themselves when they tortured you.
🔹 You’re afraid of retaliation → We will protect you and your identity.
🔹 You think it’s “not that bad” → Waterboarding is torture. 500 squats causing kidney failure is abuse.
🔹 You don’t want to get anyone in trouble → They put you in the hospital. They deserve to be held accountable.
You did nothing wrong. What happened to you was not your fault.
We are here to fight for you.
🚨 Sweetwater County Parents: Act Now
If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near Sweetwater County, talk to them about hazing. Ask:
- “Have you been asked to do anything dangerous or humiliating?”
- “Are you being forced to drink alcohol or take drugs?”
- “Are you being physically punished or abused?”
- “Do you feel safe?”
If the answer is no, call us immediately: 1-888-ATTY-911
📞 Call Now for Your Free Sweetwater County Hazing Consultation
Legal Emergency Hotline: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve Sweetwater County hazing victims 24/7. Call now before evidence disappears.
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