If you’re reading this in Elbert County, Georgia, your family may be facing one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child went off to college, expecting to make friends, build a community, and pursue their dreams. Instead, they may have been subjected to unspeakable horrors, tortured by those who were supposed to welcome them, and left with physical and emotional scars that could last a lifetime. Hazing is a crisis that extends far beyond the borders of Texas, impacting families in Elbert County and across the nation. We are here to help families in your area fight back against the colleges, universities, fraternities, and individuals who cause such profound harm.

We are Attorney 911, and we are not just talking about hazing; we are actively fighting it in court right now. Our firm, led by attorneys Ralph P. Manginello and Lupe Eleno Peña, is currently litigating a landmark $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members for an egregious hazing incident in November 2025. This case, Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc., et al., is happening in Harris County Civil District Court, and it exemplifies our aggressive, data-driven, and relentless pursuit of accountability for hazing victims. What happened in Houston can, and unfortunately does, happen at educational institutions near Elbert County, Georgia. We bring the same level of commitment, expertise, and determination to every family we represent, no matter where the hazing occurred.

The Nightmare in Houston: A Warning for Elbert County Families

Leonel Bermudez was supposed to start a new chapter of his life. He was a “ghost rush,” a prospective member who was not even a University of Houston student yet, planning to transfer for the upcoming semester. He accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi fraternity on September 16, 2025. What followed was an insidious campaign of systematic abuse and torture that landed him in the hospital for three nights and four days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure.

For weeks, Leonel endured a litany of cruelties that go far beyond any notion of “tradition” or “team building”:

• Waterboarding: He was subjected to simulated waterboarding with a garden hose, sprayed directly in the face while performing calisthenics. This is torture—a tactic condemned as a war crime when used against enemy combatants. It was inflicted upon a young man seeking camaraderie.
• Extreme Physical Punishment: He was forced to perform over 100 pushups, 500 squats, high-volume “suicides” (running drills), bear crawls, wheelbarrows, and “save-you-brother” drills. He endured two-mile warmups and repeated 100-yard crawls while reciting the fraternity creed. All of this was done under threat of immediate expulsion if he stopped. One pledge even lost consciousness during these forced workouts on October 15, yet the hazing continued.
• Forced Eating Until Vomiting: Leonel was made to consume large amounts of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until he vomited. He was then forced to continue running sprints while clearly in physical distress and to lie in vomit-soaked grass.
• Psychological Torture and Humiliation: He was stripped to his underwear in cold weather and forced to carry a fanny pack containing objects of a sexual nature at all times. In a separate incident on October 13, another pledge was hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth for over an hour.
• Sleep Deprivation: He was forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours, leading to profound exhaustion.

On November 3, 2025, after missing an event, Leonel was brutally punished. He was pushed past his physical limits until he could not stand without help. Attorney Ralph Manginello recounted to 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.” Leonel was passing brown urine, a classic sign of severe muscle breakdown. He was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure and spent four days hospitalized, fighting for his young life. He faces the ongoing risk of permanent kidney damage.

This horrific event happened just weeks ago in Houston, but the same national fraternities operate at colleges and universities that students from Elbert County, Georgia, might attend. The same pressures, the same sadistic “traditions,” and the same institutional failures that allowed this to happen in Texas can tragically repeat themselves in Elbert County, Georgia, or wherever your child chooses to pursue their higher education. We want every parent in Elbert County to understand that while fraternities claim brotherhood and schools promise safety, the reality can be a nightmare. Our firm is fighting back, and we are ready to bring that fight to Elbert County.

What Hazing Really Looks Like: Beyond the Stereotypes

Many parents in Elbert County and across America might think of hazing as harmless pranks or mild inconveniences—a little embarrassment, a few extra chores. But the truth, as Leonel Bermudez’s case starkly illustrates, is far more sinister. Hazing today is often assault, battery, prolonged torture, and reckless endangerment that can lead to permanent injury, psychological trauma, or even death. It is not “boys being boys” or “building brotherhood.” It is abuse.

Common Hazing Activities That Go Far Beyond Pranks:

• Physical Abuse: This includes forced, extreme physical exertion (like our client’s 500 squats and 100 pushups), paddling with wooden objects, beatings, branding, or forced exposure to harsh elements. The goal is often to break down individuals physically and mentally.
• Forced Consumption: This frequently involves binge drinking of alcohol, often to the point of blacking out, alcohol poisoning, or even death. It also includes forced eating of massive quantities of food until vomiting, or even non-food substances. These actions override bodily autonomy and can have severe medical consequences.
• Psychological Torture and Degradation: Victims are often subjected to extreme humiliation, sleep deprivation, verbal abuse, isolation, and threats. They may be forced into degrading situations, stripped, or made to perform acts they find deeply shameful. The psychological scars from such treatment can be crippling and long-lasting.
• Sexual Harassment and Abuse: Carrying sexually suggestive objects, forced nudity, or even sexual assault are documented forms of hazing that inflict profound trauma on victims.
• Simulated Drowning/Waterboarding: As seen in our landmark case, simulated drowning is a horrifying tactic that induces extreme fear and can have severe psychological impacts.
• Coercion and Control: Beyond the physical acts, hazing often involves an environment of intense peer pressure, threats of social ostracism, academic repercussions, or physical retaliation if pledges do not comply. This removes any possibility of genuine “consent” and is a key factor in why anti-hazing laws often state that consent is not a defense, as it is in Texas.

The medical consequences can be devastating. Leonel Bermudez developed rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, a life-threatening condition where muscle tissue breaks down, releasing toxins that damage the kidneys. This is the same medical condition Attorney Ralph Manginello has specific expertise in litigating. Other common outcomes include alcohol poisoning (a leading cause of hazing deaths), traumatic brain injuries, hypothermia, cardiac arrest, and severe psychological conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Many victims suffer long-term health issues and academic setbacks, forever altering the course of their lives.

For parents in Elbert County, understanding the true nature of modern hazing is crucial. It’s not something that happens “somewhere else” or “in the movies.” It’s happening now, at universities across the country, including those that students from Elbert County attend.

Who Is Responsible: Holding Everyone Accountable

When hazing leaves a student physically or emotionally broken, or takes their life, many entities can and should be held responsible. Our experience shows that hazing is rarely the fault of just one individual; it’s a systemic failure. In the Bermudez case, we filed a lawsuit naming multiple defendants, demonstrating our broad approach to accountability:

1. The Local Fraternity Chapter: The most direct perpetrators, as they organized and carried out the hazing activities. This includes the chapter as an entity, its officers (like the president and pledgemaster), and individual members who participated or facilitated the abuse.
2. The National Fraternity Organization: These national bodies oversee local chapters, issue charters, and are responsible for enforcing anti-hazing policies. When hazing occurs, it often points to a failure of national oversight. Pi Kappa Phi National, in our case, closed the UH chapter immediately after the incident became public—an admission that they knew the conduct was wrong. National organizations have significant financial assets and insurance policies, making them a primary target for accountability. They claim to take hazing seriously, but Andrew Coffey died in a Pi Kappa Phi hazing incident in 2017—eight years before Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized. This pattern of negligence establishes a clear failure to act.
3. The University or College: Educational institutions have a legal and moral duty to protect their students. This duty is magnified when they own the property where hazing occurs, as the University of Houston did in our case. Universities regulate Greek life, and when they fail to enforce anti-hazing policies, overlook warning signs, or prioritize reputation over student safety, they become complicit. The University of Houston had a prior hazing hospitalization in 2017 involving another fraternity, clearly indicating a systemic problem that they failed to address before Leonel Bermudez’s incident.
4. The Housing Corporation: Often a separate legal entity, housing corporations own and manage fraternity properties. They can be held liable for failing to maintain safe premises and for allowing dangerous activities to occur on their property.
5. Individual Perpetrators: Every person who actively participated in, directed, or enabled the hazing can be held personally responsible. This can extend to former members who host hazing at their residences, and even their spouses who knowingly allow it to happen on their property. The recent $6.5 million judgment against a single chapter president in the Stone Foltz case shows that individual accountability is real.

For families in Elbert County, Georgia, it’s vital to remember that these institutions and individuals often have substantial insurance coverage and financial resources. This is not about suing broke college kids; it’s about holding powerful organizations accountable and forcing them to change a dangerous culture that impacts students nationwide. We know how to identify these “deep pockets” and pursue every liable party relentlessly.

What These Cases Win: Multi-Million Dollar Proof

The fight against hazing is a long and challenging one, but justice is achievable. Families nationwide have secured multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements that send powerful messages to fraternities, universities, and national organizations. These precedents demonstrate that our $10 million demand in the Bermudez case is not just warranted, but necessary to drive real change. Elbert County families deserve to know that significant compensation is possible, and these landmark cases pave the way for victims like your child.

• Stone Foltz – Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): Totaling over $10.1 Million. Stone Foltz tragically died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol during a hazing event. His family secured a $2.9 million settlement from Bowling Green State University and an additional $7.2 million from the Pi Kappa Alpha national fraternity and individuals. In December 2024, a jury further ordered the former chapter president, Daylen Dunson, to pay $6.5 million personally. This case proves that both universities and national fraternities face significant liability, and individual perpetrators can also be held financially responsible.
• Maxwell Gruver – Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017): $6.1 Million Verdict. Max Gruver, an 18-year-old freshman, died from acute alcohol poisoning with a BAC over six times the legal limit after a Phi Delta Theta “Bible Study” hazing event where pledges were forced to drink heavily for incorrect answers. His family was awarded a $6.1 million jury verdict, and his death spurred the passage of the Max Gruver Act, making hazing a felony in Louisiana.
• Timothy Piazza – Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017): Over $110 Million (Estimated). Timothy Piazza died from a traumatic brain injury and internal bleeding after falling repeatedly down basement stairs during a Beta Theta Pi hazing event where he was forced to consume 18 drinks in 82 minutes. Fraternity brothers waited 12 hours before calling 911. The family reached a confidential settlement estimated to be over $110 million. His death led to the Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law in Pennsylvania, which significantly increased penalties for hazing. Crucially, security cameras captured the entire horrific event, demonstrating the power of concrete evidence.
• Andrew Coffey – Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017): Confidential Settlement. Tragically, Andrew Coffey died of alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of bourbon at a Pi Kappa Phi “Big Brother Night” hazing event—the same national fraternity involved in Leonel Bermudez’s case. Nine fraternity members were criminally charged, and the chapter was permanently closed. This case is a stark warning that Pi Kappa Phi National knew about deadly hazing within its chapters long before Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized.
• Adam Oakes – Virginia Commonwealth University / Delta Chi (2021): Over $4 Million Settlement. Adam Oakes died during a Delta Chi hazing event. His family recently reached a settlement totaling over $4 million, which included a direct cash settlement and a significant donation to their “Love Like Adam” Foundation, which works to combat hazing. This case further emphasizes the substantial financial and societal impact these cases can have.

These cases are not isolated incidents; they represent a nationwide pattern of institutional failure and tragic consequences. They also prove that when victims and their families stand up and fight, they can secure justice, hold powerful entities accountable, and even drive legislative change that protects future students from Elbert County and beyond. The $10 million we are seeking in the Bermudez case is rooted in these precedents, reflecting the severe physical injuries, the profound psychological pain, and the egregious nature of the conduct.

Texas Law Protects You: Elbert County Victims’ Rights

For Elbert County families navigating the trauma of hazing, understanding the legal framework is crucial. While our firm is based in Texas, most states have anti-hazing laws, and generally accepted principles of civil liability apply nationwide. Importantly, our federal court admissions and dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) mean we can pursue justice for hazing victims regardless of where the incident occurred. The core legal principles we apply are universal.

Texas Hazing Laws (Education Code § 37.151-37.157): These statutes clearly define hazing as any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, on or off campus, that endangers a student’s mental or physical health for membership in an organization. This definition explicitly includes:

• Physical Brutality: Such as beating, striking, or branding (like Leonel being struck with wooden paddles).
• Physical Exertion and Deprivation: Including sleep deprivation, exposure to elements, confinement, or calisthenics that pose an unreasonable risk of harm (like Leonel’s 500 squats leading to rhabdomyolysis).
• Forced Consumption: Forcing food, liquid, alcohol, or other substances that pose an unreasonable risk (like Leonel being forced to eat until vomiting).
• Criminal Acts: Any activity that violates the Penal Code.

Critically, Texas law also establishes criminal penalties for hazing, ranging from a Class B Misdemeanor to a State Jail Felony if hazing results in death. Given Leonel Bermudez’s severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, which constitutes “serious bodily injury,” the individuals involved could face Class A Misdemeanor charges carrying up to a year in jail. The University of Houston’s spokesperson even acknowledged “potential criminal charges.”

Consent is NOT a Defense (§ 37.154): This is perhaps the most vital aspect of anti-hazing law for Elbert County families. The Texas statute explicitly states: “It is not a defense to prosecution… that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.” This directly refutes the common excuse that victims willingly participated. When fraternities or universities try to claim “he knew what he was signing up for” or “he could have left,” the law makes it clear: these arguments do not justify criminal hazing. Coercion, peer pressure, and fear negate genuine consent.

Civil Liability Beyond Criminal Charges: Beyond criminal penalties, victims and their families can pursue civil lawsuits based on several crucial legal theories recognized in Elbert County, Georgia, and across the country:

• Negligence: Holding institutions and individuals accountable for failing to exercise reasonable care to prevent foreseeable harm. This applies to universities, national fraternities, and local chapters that neglect their duty to protect students.
• Premises Liability: If hazing occurs on property owned or controlled by the university or fraternity housing corporation, they can be held liable for dangerous conditions. The University of Houston owned the Pi Kappa Phi house where Leonel Bermudez was waterboarded, making their liability clear.
• Negligent Supervision: National organizations and universities have a duty to supervise their chapters and Greek life programs. Failure to do so, especially with knowledge of prior hazing incidents, can lead to liability.
• Assault and Battery: Direct claims against individual perpetrators for intentional harmful or offensive contact, such as paddling or forced physical abuse.
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: For outrageous conduct that causes severe emotional harm. Waterboarding and other forms of psychological torture clearly fall into this category.
• Wrongful Death: If hazing results in a fatality, families can pursue substantial damages for their profound loss.

These civil claims allow Elbert County victims to seek compensation for medical bills, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages, regardless of whether criminal charges are filed. Our firm’s deep understanding of these legal avenues ensures that every possible angle for accountability is explored.

Why Attorney 911 Is the Obvious Choice for Elbert County Families

If your child has been subjected to hazing, you need legal representation that is not only compassionate but also utterly fearless and relentlessly effective. Attorney 911 is structured to provide exactly that, and we extend our services to families in Elbert County, Georgia, with the same dedication we offer our local clients.

Here’s why Elbert County families choose us:

1. Currently Litigating a $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit: We don’t just talk about hazing; we’re in the trenches RIGHT NOW. Our active Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case is tangible proof of our aggressive, data-driven approach to hazing litigation. Elbert County families facing similar nightmares get attorneys who are battle-tested and intimately familiar with the complexities of these cases.
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook: Both Ralph P. Manginello and Lupe Eleno Peña are former insurance defense attorneys. This is our “unfair advantage.” We’ve seen how insurance companies think, strategize, and try to minimize or deny claims from the inside. We understand their tactics, their valuation methods, and their weaknesses, and we use that insider knowledge to dismantle their defenses and maximize your recovery. When you hire us, you’re hiring former insiders who know exactly how the other side thinks.
3. Federal Court Admissions & Dual-State Bar Licenses: We are admitted to practice in U.S. District Courts and licensed in both Texas and New York. This gives us a strategic advantage in cases against national fraternities and universities, which often operate across state lines. Hazing doesn’t respect state borders, and neither does our pursuit of justice. We are equipped to pursue your case in the appropriate federal or state jurisdiction, wherever it takes us in Elbert County, Georgia, or beyond.
4. Battle-Tested Courtroom Experience (25+ Years): Ralph Manginello brings over 25 years of trial experience, including involvement in the multi-billion dollar BP Texas City Explosion litigation. This demonstrates his capacity to take on massive corporate defendants and complex institutional negligence cases—skills directly applicable to challenging powerful universities and national fraternities. Lupe Peña, with over 12 years of experience, further strengthens our litigation team with his extensive background in personal injury, commercial litigation, and construction law.
5. Hazing-Specific Expertise: From rhabdomyolysis cases like Leonel Bermudez’s to Kappa Sigma fraternity litigation and Texas A&M hazing cases, we have a specialized focus on the unique medical, legal, and cultural aspects of hazing. Our journalists’ backgrounds equip us to investigate, uncover facts, and tell compelling stories that expose what institutions try to hide.
6. No Upfront Fees – Contingency Basis: We understand that Elbert County families dealing with the trauma of hazing may be facing financial strain. We take hazing cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay us absolutely $0 upfront. We don’t get paid unless, and until, we win your case. This levels the playing field, allowing you to fight powerful institutions without worrying about hourly legal bills.
7. “Se Habla Español” – Bilingual Support: Our staff is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. For Hispanic families in Elbert County, Georgia, this ensures clear communication, cultural understanding, and seamless navigation of the legal process without language barriers.
8. Compassionate and Aggressive Advocacy: We are Legal Emergency Lawyers™ because we move FIRST, FAST, and DECISIVELY. We are empathetic to the immense pain your family is enduring, but aggressive in our pursuit of justice. We build cases with expert witnesses, preserve evidence immediately, and negotiate from a position of strength. We come to Elbert County, Georgia, for depositions, meetings, and trials when needed, and offer remote consultations for your convenience.
9. Proven Track Record: Our 4.9-star rating on Google from over 250 reviews, with testimonials highlighting our communication, dedication, and ability to secure maximum settlements, speaks volumes. Clients repeatedly express that we treat them like family and fight relentlessly for what they deserve.

We are not just a law firm; we are advocates deeply invested in the fight against hazing. As a father of three, Ralph Manginello understands what’s at stake when a child is harmed by hazing. We care about your child as a person, not just a case number.

What To Do Right Now: Actionable Guidance for Elbert County Families

If your child in Elbert County, Georgia, or at a university your child attends, has been the victim of hazing, the moments immediately following the incident are critical. Taking the right steps can make all the difference in protecting their rights and building a strong legal case.

Immediate Steps to Take (Even if you’re still processing the trauma):

1. Prioritize Medical Attention: Your child’s health is paramount. If they are injured, physically ill, or experiencing severe emotional distress, seek professional medical help immediately. Go to an emergency room, a doctor’s office, or a mental health professional. Do not delay. Document all injuries, symptoms, and treatments. Headaches, muscle pain, brown urine (as in Leonel’s case), excessive vomiting, or any unusual physical signs should be taken seriously. Even if injuries seem minor, medical documentation creates a crucial paper trail.
2. Preserve ALL Evidence: Hazing often happens in secret, and perpetrator organizations will try to destroy evidence. You must act fast:
   • Text Messages & Social Media: Save every single text message, GroupMe chat, Snapchat conversation, Instagram DM, Facebook post, or any other digital communication related to the hazing. Screenshot everything. Do not delete anything from your child’s phone, computer, or cloud accounts. This includes messages from other pledges, fraternity members, or anyone discussing the hazing.
   • Photos & Videos: If there are any photos or videos of the hazing activities or your child’s injuries (at any stage of healing), preserve them immediately. This includes pictures of bruises, burns, swelling, or any physical signs of harm. If your child is incapacitated, ask a friend or family member to take these photos.
   • Documents: Collect any pledge manuals, schedules, emails, or written rules given to your child by the organization.
   • Witness Information: Gather names and contact information for any other pledges, witnesses, or even bystanders who may have seen or heard anything relevant.
   • Medical Records: Obtain copies of all hospital records, emergency room reports, doctor’s notes, therapy records, and medical bills.
   • Financial Records: Keep track of any medical expenses, lost wages (if your child missed work or internships), and tuition fees.
   • Academic Records: Document any impact on your child’s grades, enrollment status, or scholarships.
3. DO NOT Communicate with the Organization or University Alone:
   • Do NOT talk to fraternity/sorority leadership or national representatives without legal counsel. They are not on your side; they are protecting their organization.
   • Do NOT give statements to university administrators without your attorney present. While universities have a duty to investigate, your child’s statements can be used against them or the institution may prioritize its own liability over your child’s well-being.
   • Do NOT sign any documents from the fraternity, sorority, or university. You could inadvertently waive your child’s legal rights.
4. Stay Off Social Media: Instruct your child to cease all public social media activity related to the incident or their emotions. Anything posted on social media can be discovered by the defense and potentially used to undermine your case. Avoid posting photos that could suggest your child is “fine” or enjoying life, even if they are trying to appear strong.
5. Call an Attorney IMMEDIATELY: The most critical step is to contact a lawyer specializing in hazing litigation right away. There is a statute of limitations (typically two years in states like Georgia) for personal injury and wrongful death claims. Waiting can jeopardize your case as evidence disappears, memories fade, and legal deadlines pass. Our firm offers free consultations, and we can guide you through these urgent steps.

Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case acted immediately—hospitalized on November 6, his family contacted us, and a $10 million lawsuit was filed within weeks. This swift action is how you protect your child’s rights and begin the path to justice.

Elbert County Families: Enough is Enough. Call Now.

If you are a parent or a victim in Elbert County, Georgia, and your child has been subjected to hazing, you are not alone. What happened to Leonel Bermudez in Houston is a stark reminder that this barbaric practice continues at institutions across America. But it does not have to be tolerated.

You have legal rights. We are fighting this fight right now, and we are ready to bring that fight directly to Elbert County victims too. Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña, are representing a hazing victim against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston in a $10 million lawsuit. We know how to build these cases from the ground up, how to identify and hold accountable every liable party from individual members to national organizations and universities, and how to fight aggressively for the justice your family deserves.

We understand the pain, the anger, and the fear you may be feeling. We are here to help turn that pain into accountability.

Elbert County Families: Call Us for a Free Consultation Right Now.

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We are available 24/7 for Elbert County hazing emergencies.

Remember, we work on a CONTINGENCY FEE BASIS. You pay absolutely $0 upfront. We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid. This ensures that financial concerns never stand between your family and the justice you deserve.

Distance is not a barrier to justice. While our primary offices are in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide, including those in Elbert County, Georgia. We offer remote video consultations for your convenience and will travel to Elbert County for depositions, client meetings, and trials when necessary. All that matters is helping your child heal and holding those responsible accountable.

Whether the hazing occurred at a fraternity, a sorority, a sports team, a marching band, an ROTC program, or any other student organization at institutions like the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Emory University, or any nearby college or university where Elbert County students enroll, we can help. Hazing is a scourge that must be eradicated, and every case brought forward helps us achieve that goal.

We know there may be other victims of the University of Houston Pi Kappa Phi hazing. Our client was not the only one subjected to waterboarding, forced eating, and extreme physical abuse. If you or someone you know was part of that, or any other hazing incident, we urge you to come forward. As attorney Lupe Peña stated, “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”

Call us. Let’s stand together and bring them all to justice, ensuring that what happened to Leonel Bermudez—and countless others—never happens again. Your Elbert County family deserves aggressive representation. Your child deserves justice.