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If you’re reading this in Kansas, your family may be facing one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child went off to college, eager to make new friends and build a future. Instead, they were subjected to brutal hazing rituals, leaving them physically or psychologically broken. We understand what you’re going through. What happened to your child is unacceptable, and we are here to help families in Kansas fight back.

Hazing is not a harmless rite of passage. It is abuse, plain and simple, and it has devastating consequences for victims and their families across Kansas and the entire nation. We are Attorney911, and we are leading the fight against hazing. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we proudly serve hazing victims and their families in Kansas and nationwide through our federal court authority and unwavering commitment to pursuing justice.

The Landmark Case That Represents Our Fight: Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi

We are not theoretical. We are not hypothetical. We are actively fighting right now. The centerpiece of our work is the Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case, a $10 million lawsuit filed in November 2025 against Pi Kappa Phi, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members. This ongoing case demonstrates everything our firm stands for: aggressive representation of hazing victims, data-driven litigation strategy, and relentless pursuit of accountability for every entity responsible for hazing injuries.

Leonel Bermudez was a “ghost rush,” a prospective member who wasn’t even enrolled at the University of Houston yet. He was planning to transfer for the upcoming semester, eager to find a community. What he found instead was weeks of systematic torture. He was waterboarded with a garden hose, hog-tied, and forced to eat until he vomited. He endured psychological torment, sleep deprivation, and forced physical exertion so extreme that his muscles broke down and his kidneys failed. Leonel spent four days in the hospital with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, passing dark brown urine – a terrifying sign of severe muscle damage. He suffered permanent injury.

Within weeks of Leonel reporting the hazing, the Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter was suspended, then permanently closed after its members voted to surrender their charter. Criminal referrals were initiated. But the fight for justice was just beginning. Attorney911 filed a $10 million lawsuit, naming not only the national fraternity and the University of Houston but also the fraternity’s housing corporation and the 13 individual members directly involved.

This case is proof that we are not just talking about hazing; we are fighting it in court right now. We understand that parents in Kansas are scared and angry when their child endures such trauma. We want you to know that the horrors Leonel faced in Houston are happening today on campuses across America, potentially at universities where your children are enrolled or may attend. And Attorney911 is the firm that fights back.

If your child has been subjected to such egregious abuse, we will bring the same aggressive, thorough, data-driven, and relentless representation to your case in Kansas.

To hear more about the Bermudez case, you can read the news coverage:

What Hazing Really Looks Like Today

Many people in Kansas still imagine hazing as innocent pranks or silly dares. This is no longer the reality on college campuses, if it ever truly was. Modern hazing involves systemic abuse, degradation, and often life-threatening rituals designed to break down a student’s spirit and control their will.

The torture Leonel Bermudez endured is a stark picture of what hazing looks like today. It involved:

  • Waterboarding with a garden hose: This is not a prank. As Houston Public Media noted, “Waterboarding, which simulates drowning, is a form of torture.” It is an extreme act of physical and psychological abuse, a war crime when done to enemy combatants, yet it was inflicted upon a young man trying to find community.
  • Forced Eating Until Vomiting: Leonel was made to consume large amounts of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until he vomited, then forced to continue physical exertion while lying in his own vomit.
  • Extreme Physical Exertion: This included 100+ pushups, 500 squats, high-volume “suicides” (sprinting drills), bear crawls, wheelbarrows, “save-you-brother” drills, two-mile warmups, and repeated 100-yard crawls. This wasn’t exercise; it was punishment designed to induce collapse, leading to Leonel’s rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure.
  • Physical Assault: Leonel was struck with wooden paddles. This is clear assault and battery.
  • Psychological Torture and Humiliation: He was made to carry a fanny pack containing objects of a sexual nature at all times. Another pledge was hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth for over an hour. Pledges were forced to strip to their underwear in cold weather and sprayed with water. These acts are designed to degrade, humiliate, and control.
  • Sleep Deprivation: Leonel was forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours, disrupting his sleep and inducing exhaustion.
  • Constant Threats: He was threatened with physical punishment and expulsion if he didn’t comply, creating a climate of fear and coercion.

These chilling details expose the true nature of hazing in many fraternities and sororities today, extending far beyond the stereotypes of trivial pranks. Parents in Kansas need to understand that the same patterns of physical brutality, forced consumption, psychological degradation, and sleep deprivation that harmed Leonel happen at universities across the nation, potentially impacting your child at institutions like the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, Wichita State University, Emporia State University, or other colleges in the region.

Who Is Responsible When Hazing Occurs?

When a hazing incident like Leonel’s occurs, the typical knee-jerk reaction from fraternities, schools, and even fellow students is often to shift blame or minimize the event. But at Attorney911, we know better. We don’t just go after the individual perpetrators; we pursue every entity that enabled the abuse and failed in their duty to protect your child. We know that institutions often enable this culture of abuse, and we make sure they are held accountable.

In the Bermudez case, we meticulously identified and are currently suing multiple parties, demonstrating our comprehensive approach to accountability:

  • The Local Chapter (Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu): This is the immediate group that planned and executed the hazing. The chapter, through its leadership (like the President and Pledgemaster) and active members, is directly responsible for the abuse.
  • Individual Fraternity Members: Every member who participated in, encouraged, or stood by while hazing occurred can be held personally liable. This includes the chapter president, pledgemaster, and other current members. Even former members who hosted hazing activities at their residences, and their spouses who allowed it, can be named in a lawsuit. As the recent $6.5 million judgment against a former chapter president in the Stone Foltz case proves, individuals cannot hide behind the fraternity’s corporate structure.
  • The National Fraternity Organization (Pi Kappa Phi National Headquarters): National organizations are often the deepest pockets. They are responsible for overseeing their local chapters, establishing anti-hazing policies, and enforcing them. In Leonel’s case, news reports indicate Pi Kappa Phi National allegedly “failed to enforce anti-hazing rules and policies despite knowledge of ‘a hazing crisis.'” They had actual notice of deadly hazing culture — Andrew Coffey died in a Pi Kappa Phi hazing incident in 2017. Their failure to act, despite knowing the risks, makes them a prime defendant.
  • The University (University of Houston and its Board of Regents): Universities have a fundamental duty to protect their students, especially when they exercise control over Greek life activities. In the Bermudez case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where much of the hazing took place. This is crucial for establishing premises liability. The university also had a prior hazing hospitalization in 2017 involving another fraternity, meaning they knew of the dangers on their campus and failed to prevent recurrence. Their negligence in oversight, enforcement of policies, and failing to provide a safe environment makes them fully liable.
  • The Fraternity Housing Corporation: Many fraternities operate through separate housing corporations that own or manage the chapter house. These entities have a responsibility to ensure safety on the premises and often carry insurance that can be accessed for damages.
  • Insurance Carriers: Behind all these entities are insurance policies – the national fraternity’s liability policy, the university’s institutional insurance, and even homeowners’ policies for individual members. As former insurance defense attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena know exactly how to identify these policies and navigate their complexities to maximize recovery for our clients.

At Attorney911, we know that perpetrators and institutions will try to hide responsibility. But our data-driven approach means we don’t guess; we know exactly who is responsible and how to pursue them. We track federal filings, non-profit records, and cross-reference organizational relationships to unmask every entity behind the Greek letters. We have built one of the most comprehensive private directories of Greek organizations in Texas, complete with EINs, legal names, addresses, and insurance structures. We use this intelligence to hold everyone accountable, from the individual students to the multi-million dollar national organizations and universities.

What Hazing Cases Can Win: Multi-Million Dollar Proof

For families in Kansas grappling with the financial, emotional, and physical aftermath of hazing, the question of compensation is crucial. Are these cases actually winnable? Can justice truly be served? The answer is a resounding YES. We draw inspiration and leverage from landmark settlements and jury verdicts in hazing cases across the country, showing that significant—often multi-million dollar—compensation is not only possible but increasingly common. These precedents prove that the same legal strategies we employ can secure justice for victims in Kansas.

Consider these powerful examples:

  • Stone Foltz, Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): Total Recovery $10.1 Million+
    Stone Foltz tragically died in 2021 after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol during a Pi Kappa Alpha hazing ritual. The settlement included $2.9 million from Bowling Green State University and $7.2 million from the national Pi Kappa Alpha organization and individual members, making it the largest public university hazing payout in Ohio history. Most recently, in December 2024, a jury ordered Daylen Dunson, the former chapter president, to pay $6.5 million in personal liability. This case shows indisputably that both institutions and individuals are held financially accountable for lethal hazing. Our $10 million demand in the Bermudez case is directly aligned with this precedent, even though Leonel survived his injuries.
  • Maxwell Gruver, Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017): $6.1 Million Jury Verdict
    Max Gruver, a freshman, died from acute alcohol poisoning with a BAC of 0.495 after being forced to consume excessive alcohol during a Phi Delta Theta “Bible Study” event. A jury awarded his family $6.1 million, sending a clear message that such a reckless disregard for human life will be severely punished. The case also spurred the “Max Gruver Act,” making hazing a felony in Louisiana, demonstrating how these lawsuits fuel legislative change and awareness.
  • Timothy Piazza, Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017): $110 Million+ (Estimated Settlements)
    Timothy Piazza died after a Beta Theta Pi hazing incident where he was forced to consume 18 alcoholic drinks in 82 minutes, leading to a fall that caused a traumatic brain injury and internal bleeding. Fraternity members notoriously waited 12 hours before seeking help. While confidential, settlements in this case are estimated to exceed $110 million. The strength of evidence, including security camera footage, led to criminal convictions of multiple members and the passage of Pennsylvania’s “Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law.” This case proves that when egregious conduct is clearly documented, the damages can be astronomical.
  • Andrew Coffey, Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017):
    Perhaps most directly impactful to our current fight, Andrew Coffey died in 2017 after being forced to drink an entire bottle of bourbon at a Pi Kappa Phi “Big Brother Night.” This is the identical national fraternity involved in Leonel Bermudez’s case. Nine fraternity members were criminally charged, and the FSU chapter was permanently closed. The fact that Pi Kappa Phi National had eight years since Coffey’s death to reform its culture, yet still allowed the events that hospitalized Leonel, is a critical piece of pattern evidence supporting punitive damages in our case. It shows a clear and knowing disregard for student safety.
  • Adam Oakes, Virginia Commonwealth University / Delta Chi (2021): $4 Million+ Settlement
    Adam Oakes died after a Delta Chi hazing event that involved forced drinking. The family’s initial lawsuit sought $28 million and ultimately resulted in a $4 million+ settlement in October 2024. This recent case further underscores the significant financial liability fraternities and universities face.

These cases are not isolated incidents but reflect a nationwide pattern of institutional failure and individual recklessness. The judgments and settlements reached offer hope and a clear path forward for families in Kansas. They demonstrate that juries across America are outraged by hazing and are willing to award substantial damages to ensure accountability.

Texas Hazing Law Protects You (And So Does Kansas Law)

Navigating the complexities of hazing litigation requires an in-depth understanding of the legal landscape. While our firm is based in Texas, the foundational principles of hazing law and civil liability extend nationwide, protecting victims in Kansas just as they do in Texas. Additionally, our federal court authority means we can pursue your case regardless of where the hazing occurred in the United States.

Many states, including Kansas, have specific anti-hazing laws. These statutes define what constitutes hazing, outline criminal penalties, and often include provisions for organizational liability. Crucially, these laws typically state that consent is NOT a defense to hazing.

Here in Texas, the law is clear, and we use it aggressively:

Texas Education Code § 37.151-37.157 — The Anti-Hazing Law

  • Definition of Hazing (§ 37.151): This law broadly defines hazing as any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, on or off campus, that endangers a student’s mental or physical health for the purpose of joining or maintaining membership in an organization. This includes physical brutality, sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, calisthenics presenting an unreasonable risk, forced consumption of food or alcohol, and activities violating the Penal Code. Leonel Bermudez’s experience, with its waterboarding, extreme workouts, and forced eating, clearly falls under multiple aspects of this definition. We know that similar definitions apply under Kansas hazing laws.
  • Consent is NOT a Defense (§ 37.154): This is perhaps the most critical provision. When fraternities or universities argue that the student “consented” to the hazing or “knew what they were signing up for,” the law explicitly states: “It is not a defense to prosecution for an offense under this subchapter that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.” The legislature created this provision because they understood that true consent is absent in coercive hazing environments. This directly dismantles a common defense used by hazing perpetrators and institutions.
  • Criminal Penalties (§ 37.152): Individuals who engage in or fail to report hazing can face criminal charges ranging from Class B misdemeanors to State Jail Felonies for hazing that causes death. In Leonel Bermudez’s case, his severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure qualify as “serious bodily injury,” potentially elevating charges for individuals to a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail. As the University of Houston spokesperson acknowledged, “potential criminal charges” were on the table.
  • Organizational Liability (§ 37.153): The law holds organizations responsible if they “condone or encourage hazing” or if their members commit or assist in hazing. Penalties can include fines and denial of the right to operate on campus. This allows us to pursue local chapters, national organizations, and even universities who condone the behavior.

Beyond Texas Law: Civil Liability in Kansas

While criminal charges provide punishment for individuals, civil lawsuits are the path to financial compensation and institutional change. Even if criminal charges are not filed or do not result in a conviction, a civil case can proceed independently based on theories of civil liability common in Kansas and every other state:

  • Negligence Claims: We argue that the university, national fraternity, and local chapter owed a duty of care to your child (to provide a safe environment, enforce anti-hazing policies, and supervise student activities). Their breach of this duty (allowing hazing) directly caused your child’s injuries, leading to damages.
  • Premises Liability: If hazing occurred on property owned or controlled by the university or fraternity, they could be liable for failing to maintain safe premises and allowing a dangerous condition (hazing) to exist. The fact that the University of Houston owned the Pi Kappa Phi house where Leonel was waterboarded is a powerful example of premises liability.
  • Negligent Supervision: This applies when institutions or national organizations fail to adequately supervise their chapters or members, leading to foreseeable harm.
  • Assault and Battery: Individual hazing perpetrators can be sued directly for intentional harmful or offensive contact (e.g., physical beatings, forced consumption, waterboarding).
  • Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: For extreme and outrageous hazing conduct, this claim seeks compensation for severe emotional and psychological trauma. Given the torture Leonel endured, this claim is directly applicable.

Regardless of where the hazing incident occurred – whether it’s in Houston, Texas, or on a college campus in Kansas – the legal principles for holding institutions and individuals accountable are robust. We leverage these laws, combined with our federal court authority, to ensure that distance is never a barrier to justice for hazing victims.

Why Attorney911 is the Clear Choice for Kansas Hazing Victims

When your family in Kansas is facing the unimaginable trauma of a hazing incident, you need more than just a lawyer; you need a relentless advocate who understands the unique complexities of these cases. You need an expert who not only knows the law but also understands the strategies of the powerful institutions you’re up against. Attorney911, Legal Emergency Lawyers™, stands ready to be that advocate for you.

Here’s why families in Kansas choose us:

  • We Are Actively Fighting Hazing Right Now: Our $10 million lawsuit in Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi is not just a theoretical engagement. We are in the trenches, fighting a major national fraternity and a large university for a hazing victim right now. This means we are up-to-date on the latest tactics, defenses, and strategies—knowledge directly applicable to your case in Kansas.
    • You can trust that the same aggressive, data-driven approach we’re applying in Houston will be brought to bear on your child’s case, no matter where they were victimized in Kansas.
  • Unmatched Insider Knowledge: Former Insurance Defense Attorneys: Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña began their careers defending insurance companies and large corporations. They saw firsthand how the other side values claims, builds defenses, and attempts to minimize payouts. Now, they use that invaluable “battlefield intelligence” to dismantle the opposition’s arguments and maximize recovery for our clients.
    • Mr. Peña, for example, comes from Litchfield Cavo LLP, a nationwide insurance defense firm. He knows the internal playbook of the very entities you will face – the university’s general counsel, the national fraternity’s legal team, and their insurance providers. This is a critical strategic advantage for hazing victims in Kansas.
  • Extensive Courtroom Experience Against Major Defendants: Ralph Manginello brings over 25 years of courtroom experience, including involvement in the multi-billion dollar BP Texas City Explosion litigation. This experience proves our capacity to take on massive corporate defendants, a necessary skill when confronting national fraternities and large university systems, whether in Texas or Kansas.
    • Our attorneys have secured multi-million dollar settlements and jury verdicts in complex personal injury cases, demonstrating their ability to deliver results.
  • Federal Court Authority and Dual-State Bar Admissions: Hazing cases often involve national organizations or incidents crossing state lines. Our admission to the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, and Ralph Manginello’s dual bar licenses in Texas and New York provide a strategic advantage when pursuing cases against national fraternities headquartered anywhere in America.
    • This federal authority means we can pursue complex cases against national entities that operate in Kansas or across state lines, ensuring that your child’s case is heard in the most advantageous legal arena.
  • Data-Driven Litigation Strategy: We don’t guess who is responsible; we use intelligence. We maintain one of the most comprehensive private directories of Greek organizations in Texas, complete with IRS filings, EINs, legal names, and insurance structures. This allows us to quickly identify and target every liable entity, including house corporations, alumni chapters, and national organizations.
    • For Kansas families, this means we can quickly cut through the confusion to identify the “deep pockets” who will be held accountable, rather than just chasing after individual students with limited assets.
  • Bilingual Representation (Se Habla Español): We understand that many families in Kansas may primarily speak Spanish. Our bilingual staff and attorneys, including Lupe Peña, ensure that Spanish-speaking clients receive comprehensive legal services without language barriers, from initial consultation to courtroom proceedings.
  • No Upfront Cost: Contingency Fee Basis: We take hazing cases on contingency. This means you pay absolutely $0 upfront to hire us. We only get paid if and when we win your case. This commitment ensures that financial concerns never prevent a Kansas family from pursuing justice.
  • Empathetic and Client-Centered Approach: We understand the profound emotional toll hazing takes. Our 4.9-star rating and over 250 Google reviews attest to our reputation for treating clients like family, providing consistent communication, and fighting relentlessly for their best interests.
    • Testimonials like, “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them and they protect and fight for you as such,” speak to our commitment to every client’s well-being.
  • Willingness to Travel for Justice: While our main offices are in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we are fully prepared to travel to Kansas for depositions, client meetings, and trials whenever necessary. Our remote consultation technology also ensures that Kansas families can easily connect with us, no matter their location.
    • Distance is not a barrier to justice when your child has been subjected to such horrific acts.
  • Specialized Expertise in Hazing Injuries: Ralph Manginello has specific expertise in rhabdomyolysis hazing cases, such as Leonel Bermudez’s. This deep understanding of specific hazing injuries, including their long-term consequences and valuation, is crucial for maximizing claims.
  • A Commitment to Protecting the Next Victim: Like Lupe Peña states, “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do.” By pursuing justice for your child in Kansas, you are not only securing compensation but also contributing to widespread change that can save other futures.

When facing powerful universities and national fraternities, you need an attorney with experience, deep resources, and an unwavering commitment. Attorney911 offers that and more. We are the legal emergency solution for Kansas families whose lives have been shattered by hazing.

What to Do Right Now if Your Child Has Been Hazed in Kansas

If you’re a parent in Kansas and your child has been a victim of hazing, the moments immediately following the incident are critical. Taking the right steps not only ensures your child’s safety and well-being but also preserves crucial evidence for any future legal action. Hazing victims often feel ashamed, isolated, or intimidated into silence, but it is vital to act quickly and decisively.

Here is what you should do right now:

  1. Prioritize Medical Attention: Your child’s health is paramount. Seek immediate medical evaluation, even if visible injuries seem minor. Hazing, particularly with forced exertion or alcohol, can lead to serious internal damage like rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure (as in Leonel Bermudez’s case) or severe alcohol poisoning.
    • Document Everything: Ensure all injuries, symptoms, and medical visits are thoroughly documented. Ask for copies of all hospital records, doctor’s notes, test results, and bills. Medical records are foundational to any personal injury claim. Our video, “Why Seeing a Doctor Right After an Accident Is Critical,” emphasizes this crucial step.
  2. Preserve ALL Evidence – Immediately: Do not delete anything. Hazing cases heavily rely on digital evidence and witness accounts.
    • Digital Communications: Save every text message, GroupMe chat, Snapchat message, Instagram DM, email, or any other digital communication related to the hazing. Screenshots are invaluable. These messages often contain direct evidence of threats, coercion, hazing instructions, or reactions from perpetrators.
    • Photos and Videos: If possible, take photos of any physical injuries (bruises, cuts, burns, rashes) at all stages of healing. If your child or others have photos or videos of hazing activities, secure them immediately. Even photos of the locations where hazing occurred can be vital. Our video, “Can You Use Your Cellphone to Document a Legal Case?”, explains how to do this effectively: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs.
    • Documents: Collect any “pledge manuals,” schedules, rules, or other physical documents given to pledges.
    • Witness Information: Gather names and contact information for any other pledges, witnesses, or individuals who may have observed the hazing activities.
    • Financial Records: Keep track of medical bills, tuition payments, or any lost wages due to the hazing or its aftermath.
  3. DO NOT Engage with the Fraternity, University, or Their Lawyers:
    • Do Not Talk: After a hazing incident, fraternities, national organizations, and universities will often attempt to control the narrative. They may try to get your child to make a statement, sign documents, or talk about the incident. Do NOT do this without legal counsel present. Their priority is to protect themselves, not your child.
    • Do Not Apologize or Admit Fault: Your child is not at fault. Under Kansas and Texas law, consent is not a defense to hazing.
    • Do Not Delete Anything: Deleting messages or social media posts, even out of embarrassment or fear, can be construed as destruction of evidence and severely harm your case. Our video, “Client Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Injury Case,” highlights this peril: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3IYsoxOSxY.
  4. Stay Off Social Media: Anything your child posts online can and will be used against them. Even seemingly innocuous posts can be twisted by defense attorneys to suggest your child was not truly harmed or was enjoying themselves. Advise your child to refrain from posting about the incident or their emotions, and to be cautious about general activity online.
  5. Contact Attorney911 IMMEDIATELY: Time is of the essence.
    • Statute of Limitations: Most personal injury cases, including hazing lawsuits, have a statute of limitations (typically two years in Kansas for personal injury and wrongful death cases) from the date of the injury. Missing this deadline means you lose your right to sue forever. Our video, “Is There a Statute of Limitations on My Case?”, explains this further: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRHwg8tV02c.
    • Evidence Disappears: The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to gather evidence. Memories fade, witnesses move, and digital evidence can be lost or deleted.
    • Free Consultations: We offer free, confidential consultations for families in Kansas. There is no obligation, and it’s an opportunity to understand your legal options and how we can help.
    • We Come to You / Remote Options: Though based in Texas, we serve Kansas families. We offer video consultations for your convenience and are prepared to travel to Kansas for depositions, client meetings, or trials when necessary.

Remember, you are not alone in this fight. The courage of one victim can protect countless others. By stepping forward, you not only seek justice and compensation for your child but also contribute to a crucial effort to end hazing culture and hold powerful institutions accountable across Kansas and the nation.

Call Us. Let Us Fight for Your Kansas Family.

If your child in Kansas has suffered physical or psychological harm due to hazing, you have legal rights, and we are here to ensure those rights are fiercely protected. We are not just lawyers; we are advocates committed to fighting for justice for victims of egregious hazing. Our $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston is proof of our unwavering resolve. We are ready to bring that same level of aggressive, data-driven, and compassionate representation to your case in Kansas.

You may feel overwhelmed, angry, or scared. You may believe you cannot take on a powerful national fraternity or a large university in Kansas. But our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña, have spent their careers taking on formidable opponents, including major corporations and insurance giants. We turned an internal “hazing crisis” acknowledgment and a history of prior incidents into actionable leverage in Leonel Bermudez’s case. We will do the same for you.

Don’t wait. The clock is ticking. Evidence can disappear, memories can fade, and legal deadlines can pass. Take the first crucial step towards justice and healing. Reach out to us for a free, confidential consultation. There is no obligation, only clarity and a plan forward.

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To Other Victims of Hazing:

If you are a student or parent in Kansas, whether at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas State University in Manhattan, Wichita State University, or any other institution in the state, and you or your child has suffered from hazing, please know that you are not alone. The Greek letters that adorn campuses across Kansas represent national organizations with deep pockets and a history of tragic incidents. But we know how to fight them.

As Lupe Pena said, “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.” Your courage to step forward can make a difference, not just for your family, but for countless others.

Call us. Let’s bring them all to justice.

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