If you’re reading this in Glascock County, Georgia, your family may be facing one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child was supposed to make friends at college, to embrace new experiences and build a future. Instead, they were tortured. They were hazed. And now, they or your family are grappling with the devastating consequences. We’re here to help families in Glascock County fight back against the insidious culture of hazing that continues to plague our schools and universities.

At Attorney 911, we understand the fear, the anger, and the desperation that washes over you when you discover your child has been subjected to such cruelty. We know that in a close-knit community like Glascock County, where family and reputation matter, taking on powerful institutions can feel overwhelming. But we want you to know: you are not alone. And you do not have to fight this battle by yourselves. We are a team of relentless legal advocates, currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit, and we bring that same aggressive, data-driven strategy to families in Glascock County and across the nation.

Our offices are based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, but our commitment to representing hazing victims extends far beyond state lines. We leverage our federal court authority, our dual-state (Texas and New York) bar admissions, and our willingness to travel wherever justice demands, to ensure that families in Glascock County receive the same caliber of representation we provide to our clients locally. When we say we’re national hazing litigation experts, we mean it. We serve you, the worried parent in Glascock County searching for help at 2 AM, just as fiercely as we serve our neighbors in Houston.

The Landmark Battle: Our $10 Million Fight Against Hazing at the University of Houston

We don’t just talk about hazing; we’re actively fighting it right now in a high-stakes legal battle that embodies everything Attorney 911 stands for: aggressive representation, data-driven strategy, and unwavering accountability for every entity responsible for hazing injuries. Our current, ongoing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and the University of Houston is demanding $10 million for a student who was brutally hazed, resulting in life-threatening injuries.

This case is a stark warning to families in Glascock County about the grim reality of modern hazing. It happened just weeks ago, in November 2025, right in our backyard at the University of Houston. This incident is not an isolated anomaly; it’s a chilling example of the patterns of abuse that occur daily on campuses across America, including at institutions where children from Glascock County might attend.

The victim in this case, Leonel Bermudez, wasn’t even an enrolled University of Houston student yet. He was a “ghost rush,” planning to transfer for the upcoming semester. Yet, during his pledge period with Pi Kappa Phi, he was subjected to systematic abuse that reads more like torture than college antics. He was waterboarded with a garden hose, hog-tied with an object in his mouth, forced to eat until he vomited, and subjected to psychological torment, sleep deprivation, and physical exertion so extreme that his muscles broke down and his kidneys failed. Within days, he was hospitalized for four days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, a condition that could leave him with permanent kidney damage. His urine was brown from the breakdown of his own muscle tissue.

This is what modern hazing looks like. It is not harmless fun; it is calculated cruelty, designed to break spirits and bodies. And when it was reported, Attorney 911 moved decisively. Within weeks of the hazing being exposed and Leonel’s hospitalization, Pi Kappa Phi’s national chapter was forced to suspend and permanently close the University of Houston chapter. The members voted to surrender their charter, and criminal referrals were initiated. Our firm, Attorney 911, then filed a $10 million federal lawsuit, naming not only the individual fraternity members including the president, pledgemaster, and risk manager, but also the national fraternity, the university, and even the university’s Board of Regents. We are also pursuing former members and one of their spouses, as hazing occurred at their off-campus residence.

This landmark case is a testament to our firm’s capabilities and underscores our unwavering commitment to justice. This fight is real, it’s happening right now, and it demonstrates precisely how we will advocate for your child in Glascock County. We are not theoretical; we are actively fighting to hold every responsible party accountable.

You can read more about this unfolding case in the news:

• ABC13 Houston: Abuse and hazing led to hospitalization of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity pledge, lawsuit alleges
• KHOU 11: $10 million lawsuit filed against UH, fraternity over hazing allegations
• Houston Chronicle: UH fraternity hazing lawsuit
• Houston Public Media: University of Houston, Pi Kappa Phi fraternity sued for $10 million over alleged hazing

Pi Kappa Phi National Fraternity themselves also issued a statement: Pi Kappa Phi Closes Beta Nu Chapter at the University of Houston. This statement, issued before our lawsuit became public, reveals their own awareness of the severity of the “violations” within their chapter. They even “thanked the University of Houston for its collaboration,” indicating a coordinated effort to manage the fallout before our firm’s aggressive action. Their statement also chillingly concluded with: “we look forward to returning to campus at the appropriate time,” revealing a profound lack of remorse and an intention to resume operations once the controversy quiets. This callous disregard for a victim’s suffering, and their focus on returning to business as usual, only fuels our determination to hold them accountable.

What Hazing Really Looks Like: Beyond the Stereotypes and into the Darkness

For parents in Glascock County, the word “hazing” might conjure images of harmless pranks or silly challenges. But the reality, as exemplified by Leonel Bermudez’s case, is far more sinister. Modern hazing isn’t about fostering camaraderie; it’s about control, humiliation, degradation, and often, outright torture. This is not the “boys will be boys” of previous generations; this is calculated abuse with severe, often life-threatening, consequences.

In Leonel’s case, and in countless others we’ve seen, hazing activities included:

• Waterboarding / Simulated Drowning: This horrific practice, considered torture by international human rights standards when inflicted upon prisoners of war, was performed on Leonel with a garden hose. He was repeatedly sprayed in the face while performing calisthenics, forced to run under the constant threat of more waterboarding, and made to strip to his underwear in cold weather before being sprayed. This transcends “hazing” and enters the territory of outright assault and battery.
• Forced Eating Until Vomiting: Leonel and other pledges were made to consume massive quantities of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns to the point of severe vomiting. Even after vomiting, they were forced to continue grueling physical exercises, often made to lie in their own vomit-soaked grass. This is designed to break a person’s will, not build character, and shows a reckless disregard for health.
• Extreme Physical Punishment: The hazing involved relentless physical regimens, including over 100 push-ups, 500 squats, high-volume “suicides” (sprinting drills), bear crawls, wheelbarrows, “save-you-brother” drills, two-mile warmups, and repeated 100-yard crawls. Pledges were forced to recite fraternity creeds while performing these activities. Leonel was driven to physical collapse, unable to stand without help, directly leading to his hospitalization for rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure. Disturbingly, another pledge had already lost consciousness and collapsed during one of these forced workouts just weeks prior, a clear warning sign that was ignored. Even more egregious, pledges were struck with wooden paddles—a direct act of physical assault.
• Psychological Torture & Humiliation: Beyond the physical abuse, pledges were subjected to profound psychological torment. Leonel was forced 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. Threats of physical punishment or expulsion were constant, creating an environment of fear and control.
• Sleep Deprivation & Exhaustion: Pledges were forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours, disrupting their sleep and leading to chronic exhaustion. This deliberate deprivation impacts judgment, health, and academic performance.

The medical ramifications of such abuse are severe. Leonel Bermudez’s diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure is a direct consequence of the extreme physical exertion. Rhabdomyolysis occurs when muscle tissue breaks down, releasing harmful proteins into the bloodstream that can overwhelm and damage the kidneys. He was hospitalized for four days, passing brown urine due to muscle myoglobin, and faces the risk of long-term kidney damage. This is not a twisted game; it’s a medical emergency. Other common and devastating consequences of hazing include alcohol poisoning, traumatic brain injury from beatings or falls, hypothermia or hyperthermia from exposure, and severe psychological trauma leading to PTSD, anxiety, depression, and even suicide.

The sobering truth is that hazing incidents are far from rare. Over 55% of students in Greek organizations experience hazing, and since 2000, there has been at least one hazing-related death every year in the United States. Ninety-five percent of students who are hazed never report it, often due to fear of retribution, shame, or a misplaced sense of loyalty. This creates a dangerous silence that institutions too often exploit.

Who Is Responsible for Hazing Injuries in Glascock County? Everyone Who Participated or Allowed It.

When your child is hazed in Glascock County, the blame extends far beyond the individual college students directly involved. Our firm’s approach is to identify and pursue every single entity that bears responsibility, from the individual perpetrators to the university and national organizations that enable such a dangerous culture. We cast a wide net because we know that hazing is rarely an isolated act; it’s a systemic failure.

In the Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case, Attorney 911 is pursuing a comprehensive list of defendants, including:

• Local Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi: The Beta Nu chapter at the University of Houston directly organized and carried out the hazing activities. Its officers, like the president and pledgemaster, bear direct responsibility for directing and allowing the abuse. Individual members who participated in or failed to stop the hazing also share liability.
• National Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity: The national organization, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with over 150 chapters across America, is a primary target. They are responsible for controlling, inspecting, and supervising their local chapters. Our lawsuit alleges, and media reports confirm, that Pi Kappa Phi National failed to enforce anti-hazing policies despite knowledge of a “hazing crisis” within their organization. Disturbingly, Pi Kappa Phi has a documented history of hazing deaths, including Andrew Coffey’s death at Florida State University in 2017—a tragedy that occurred eight years before Leonel’s hospitalization, indicating a profound failure to address a known, deadly problem.
• University of Houston: Universities have a non-delegable duty to protect their students from foreseeable harm. In this case, the University of Houston is a defendant because it not only provided the environment for hazing to occur but also directly owned the fraternity house where much of the abuse took place. Furthermore, the University of Houston had a prior hazing incident in 2017 involving another fraternity that resulted in a student’s hospitalization (Jared Munoz suffered a lacerated spleen), which means they had actual knowledge of hazing risks on their campus and failed to implement adequate safeguards.
• Pi Kappa Phi Housing Corporation: This entity often owns and manages the fraternity properties. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment on their premises and can be held liable for allowing dangerous activities to occur in their facilities.
• University of Houston Board of Regents: As the governing body of the university system, the Board of Regents is responsible for institutional oversight and ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. Their failure to enforce policies or implement effective hazing prevention measures makes them a target for accountability.
• Individual Hazers: Beyond the chapter leadership, any current or former fraternity members who actively participated in, condoned, or failed to intervene in the hazing can be held personally liable. Even a former member and their spouse, who permitted hazing activities to occur at their off-campus residence, are named as defendants, demonstrating our commitment to holding anyone who facilitates this abuse accountable under premises liability laws.

The beauty of this layered approach is that it targets the “deep pockets” – the national organizations and universities that have millions in assets and liability insurance policies. This is not about persecuting college students; it’s about forcing systemic change by hitting the financial entities that enable hazing to continue, including their insurance carriers. As former insurance defense attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena know precisely how these entities operate, how they value claims, and, most importantly, how to compel them to pay. We ensure that no stone is left unturned in seeking justice for families in Glascock County.

What These Cases Win: Multi-Million Dollar Proof That Hazing Accountability Is Possible

For families in Glascock County grappling with the aftermath of hazing, the thought of taking on powerful fraternities and universities can be daunting. But we want to assure you: families across America are winning these battles, securing multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements that send an unmistakable message. These precedents prove that justice is attainable, and they inform our aggressive strategy in current cases like Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi, where we are seeking $10 million. The same strategies and precedents apply to cases arising in Glascock County.

Here are just a few landmark hazing cases that demonstrate the significant compensation possible:

• Stone Foltz – Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): Total $10.1+ Million
  In March 2021, Stone Foltz, a pledge at Bowling Green State University, died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol during a Pi Kappa Alpha hazing ritual. The Foltz family secured a settlement of $2.9 million from Bowling Green State University and $7.2 million from the national Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and various individuals, totaling over $10.1 million. This case resulted in multiple criminal convictions and is the largest public university hazing payout in Ohio history. Most recently, in December 2024, the former chapter president, Daylen Dunson, was ordered to pay $6.5 million personally in a civil judgment. This case directly supports our $10 million demand in the Bermudez case and highlights the personal liability faced by individual hazers.
• Maxwell Gruver – Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017): $6.1 Million Verdict
  In September 2017, Max Gruver, an 18-year-old LSU freshman, died during a Phi Delta Theta hazing event called “Bible Study,” where pledges were forced to drink excessive amounts of alcohol for incorrect answers. His blood alcohol content was 0.495—more than six times the legal limit. A jury later awarded his family a $6.1 million verdict. This tragic case also led to criminal convictions, including negligent homicide, and inspired the “Max Gruver Act” in Louisiana, making hazing a felony. This verdict underscores the willingness of juries to deliver substantial awards when hazing leads to death.
• Timothy Piazza – Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017): $110+ Million (Estimated)
  Timothy Piazza suffered a catastrophic brain injury and internal bleeding after being forced to consume 18 drinks in 82 minutes during a Beta Theta Pi hazing event in February 2017. Fraternity members waited 12 hours before calling for help, despite his visible distress and multiple falls. He died two days later. This horrifying incident, largely captured on security camera footage, led to an estimated $110 million in settlements from Penn State and the national Beta Theta Pi fraternity. Multiple fraternity members faced criminal charges, with some convicted of involuntary manslaughter, and it inspired the “Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law” in Pennsylvania. This case demonstrates the massive financial consequences when hazing is coupled with clear institutional negligence and strong evidence.
• Andrew Coffey – Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017): Confidential Settlement
  In November 2017, Andrew Coffey died from acute alcohol poisoning after being forced to consume an entire bottle of Wild Turkey bourbon during a Pi Kappa Phi “Big Brother Night” event at Florida State University. This is the same national fraternity involved in our Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case. Coffey’s death resulted in nine fraternity members being criminally charged, the chapter’s permanent closure, and a confidential civil settlement. This tragic precedent, occurring eight years before Leonel Bermudez’s hospitalization, is critical evidence for our case, proving Pi Kappa Phi National had explicit knowledge of deadly hazing within their organization and failed to prevent future incidents.
• Adam Oakes – Virginia Commonwealth University / Delta Chi (2021): $4+ Million Settlement
  In February 2021, Adam Oakes, a 19-year-old VCU freshman, died from alcohol poisoning after a Delta Chi hazing event. His family filed a $28 million lawsuit and later received a settlement exceeding $4 million in October 2024. Six fraternity members were criminally charged with hazing. This case further highlights the substantial financial and criminal repercussions for hazing.

These multi-million dollar payouts are not just numbers; they are powerful statements about accountability. They tell fraternities, universities, and their insurers that human lives are not disposable, and that decades of tradition do not excuse brutalization. For families in Glascock County, these cases demonstrate that while the journey to justice may be difficult, the legal system can, and often does, deliver significant compensation for hazing victims and their families. Our firm is dedicated to achieving the same powerful results for your family.

Texas Law Protects You: consent is NOT a Defense Against Hazing

For families in Glascock County, understanding your legal rights is the first step toward seeking justice. While our home base is in Texas, and we are intimately familiar with its laws, an understanding of the legal framework helps to illustrate the powerful protections hazing victims have. Most states have similar anti-hazing laws, and federal civil rights claims apply nationwide, allowing us to pursue cases regardless of where in the country the hazing occurred.

In Texas, the law is clear, comprehensive, and strongly in favor of victims. The Texas Education Code, Sections 37.151-37.157, specifically outlines the definition of hazing, its criminal penalties, and—crucially—states that consent is absolutely NOT a defense.

What Constitutes Hazing Under Texas Law?

Section 37.151 defines hazing as any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, on or off campus, directed against a student for the purpose of initiation, membership, or affiliation, if the act:

• Involves physical brutality: This includes whipping, beating, striking, branding, or any similar activity. In Leonel Bermudez’s case, the accusations of being struck with wooden paddles fit this definition perfectly.
• Involves sleep deprivation, exposure to elements, confinement, or calisthenics: Any activity that subjects a student to unreasonable risk of harm or adversely affects their physical or mental health. Leonel’s forced early morning driving leading to exhaustion, stripping in cold weather, being sprayed with a hose, and the grueling 500 squats and 100 push-ups directly align with this. His rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure are clear examples of “unreasonable risk of harm.”
• Involves forced consumption: Forcing a student to consume any food, liquid, alcoholic beverage, or other substance that creates an unreasonable risk of harm. Leonel’s forced ingestion of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting is a direct violation.
• Involves an activity violating the Penal Code: Any task that would constitute a crime in Texas.
• Involves coercing consumption of drugs or alcohol: Forcing a student to consume an intoxicating amount of these substances. While Leonel’s case did not primarily involve forced alcohol, many hazing incidents do.

Leonel Bermudez’s horrifying experience at the University of Houston, involving waterboarding, physical beatings, extreme calisthenics, and forced eating, meets multiple criteria under this explicit Texas statute.

Criminal Penalties for Hazing

Texas law imposes serious criminal penalties, demonstrating that hazing is not just a prank, but a crime.

• Class B Misdemeanor: For engaging in hazing, soliciting, encouraging, aiding, or even possessing firsthand knowledge and failing to report it. Punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.
• Class A Misdemeanor: If hazing causes serious bodily injury. Punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. Leonel Bermudez’s rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure undeniably constitute “serious bodily injury,” meaning his hazers could face these charges.
• State Jail Felony: If hazing causes death. Punishable by 180 days to two years in state jail and a $10,000 fine. This is the consequence faced by many involved in hazing deaths across the country.

The University of Houston spokesperson herself acknowledged “potential criminal charges” in Leonel’s case, confirming the criminal nature of these acts.

Organizational Liability

Section 37.153 states that an organization commits an offense if it “condones or encourages hazing or if an officer or any combination of members, pledges, or alumni of the organization commits or assists in the commission of hazing.” This means local chapters, national organizations, and housing corporations can face fines, denial of campus operation rights, and forfeiture of property.

Consent Is Not a Defense

Perhaps the most critical provision for families in Glascock County is Section 37.154, which unequivocally 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.”

This is paramount. Fraternities and universities consistently try to shift blame to the victim, claiming they “consented” or “knew what they were signing up for.” Texas law — and the laws of many other states — strips away this cynical defense. Whether your child in Glascock County “went along with it” out of fear, peer pressure, or a desire to belong, their consent does not excuse the criminal and tortious acts of hazing. Victims cannot consent to be assaulted, tortured, or criminally endangered. We emphasize this point in every hazing case we handle.

Beyond State Lines: Civil Liability Everywhere

While specific state laws may vary, the core principles of civil liability remain consistent. For victims in Glascock County, this means you can pursue civil lawsuits based on:

• Negligence: Holding organizations and institutions liable for failing to exercise reasonable care to prevent foreseeable harm. This applies to the university, national fraternity, and even individual members who had a duty to protect.
• Premises Liability: If hazing occurs on property owned or controlled by the university or a housing corporation (as in Leonel’s case, where UH owned the fraternity house), these entities are liable for dangerous conditions.
• Negligent Supervision: When national organizations fail to adequately supervise their local chapters, or universities fail to monitor Greek life activities, they are liable for the resulting harm.
• Assault and Battery: Individual hazers can be sued for intentional harmful contact.
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: For outrageous conduct that causes severe psychological damage.
• Wrongful Death: If hazing results in a fatality, families can seek compensation for their profound loss.

These civil claims ensure that even if criminal charges are not pursued or result in acquittal, victims in Glascock County can still secure justice and compensation for their suffering. Attorney 911 is expert in navigating these legal complexities to ensure every responsible party is held accountable.

Why Attorney 911 Is the Choice for Glascock County Hazing Victims

When your child is suffering, and you’re contemplating legal action against powerful institutions, you need an attorney who is not just competent, but relentless. You need a legal team that has the experience, the resources, and the proven track record to stand up to national fraternities and major universities. For families in Glascock County, Attorney 911 offers unparalleled advantages:

1. Battle-Tested Courtroom Experience – 25+ Years for Glascock County Families

Our managing partner, Ralph Manginello, brings over 25 years of intense courtroom experience to every case. He is a seasoned trial attorney who isn’t afraid to take on any defendant, no matter how large. This deep experience is critical for hazing cases, which are complex, emotionally charged, and often involve multiple defendants and intricate legal theories. His proven expertise is now ready to serve Glascock County families seeking justice.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook

This is our “unfair advantage.” Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena spent significant portions of their careers working for the other side – defending insurance companies and corporations. Ralph has handled high-stakes mass tort litigation against giants like BP, while Lupe built his career at Litchfield Cavo LLP, a national defense firm. This means we have seen their strategies, their tactics, and their weaknesses from the inside. We know exactly how insurance companies value claims, how they delay, how they try to minimize payouts, and what it takes to expose their vulnerabilities. We leverage this insider knowledge to dismantle their defenses and maximize recovery for our clients in Glascock County. When you hire Attorney 911, you’re not just getting lawyers; you’re getting someone who knows the enemy’s war room.

3. Federal Court Admissions & Dual-State Bar Licenses – Nationwide Reach

Hazing doesn’t respect state lines. The national fraternities and sororities operate across the country, including in Glascock County. Our admission to the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, and our dual bar licenses in Texas AND New York give us the authority to pursue hazing cases in federal courts nationwide. This means that no matter where your child attends college, or where the national organization is headquartered, we have the legal reach and expertise to represent your Glascock County family.

4. Hazing Litigation Expertise – Aggressively Fighting It Right Now

We are not general personal injury lawyers who occasionally dabble in hazing cases. Hazing litigation is a core focus of our practice. Our aggressive pursuit of a $10 million lawsuit in the Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case demonstrates our active, current involvement in this complex area of law. We have specific expertise in cases involving rhabdomyolysis and other severe hazing injuries. When you hire us, you’re getting a team that is literally in the fight right now, adapting strategies and building precedents that directly benefit your case in Glascock County. Lupe Pena’s passion for this fight is evident in his public statement: “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”

5. Compassion and Communication – We Treat You Like Family

We understand that Glascock County families experiencing hazing are going through an incredibly traumatic time. Our approach is warm, empathetic, and communicative. We know you are not just “another case”; you are a family in crisis. Our clients consistently praise our responsiveness and the personal care they receive. As one client put it, “You are FAMILY to them and they protect and fight for you as such.” We ensure you are informed at every stage of the process, and we are available 24/7 to answer your questions. Our staff is bilingual (Se Habla Español), ensuring that language barriers never stand in the way of justice for Hispanic families in Glascock County.

6. Contingency Fees – Zero Upfront Cost for Glascock County Families

We believe that no family in Glascock County should be denied justice due to financial constraints. That’s why we take all hazing cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay us absolutely no money upfront. We only get paid if, and when, we win your case. This aligns our interests directly with yours and allows families in Glascock County to take on powerful institutions without worrying about hourly fees or mounting legal bills. We bear the financial risk, so you don’t have to.

You don’t need to try to find a pro bono lawyer for a hazing case in Glascock County. Our contingency fee model offers the same financial protection, allowing you to focus on healing while we focus on fighting for your rights. We will even travel to Glascock County for depositions, client meetings, and trials when necessary. Distance is not a barrier to justice. We offer convenient video consultations for families in Glascock County.

7. Proven Track Record Against Major Corporations and Institutions

Ralph Manginello’s experience includes involvement in the landmark BP Texas City Explosion litigation, a multi-billion-dollar mass tort case against a massive corporate defendant. This demonstrates our capacity to handle complex, high-stakes litigation against even the largest, most well-resourced opponents. Fighting a national fraternity and a major university is no different; it requires the same strategic planning, resource mobilization, and unwavering resolve. This background ensures that your Glascock County case will be handled with the gravity and expertise it deserves.

8. Father of Three – He Knows What’s at Stake

Ralph Manginello is a husband and a father of three children. He understands firsthand the fierce protectiveness a parent feels and the devastation that hazing can inflict upon a family. This deep personal empathy fuels our passion for fighting for hazing victims. When we take on your case, it’s not just a legal battle; it’s a personal commitment to protecting families like yours in Glascock County.

For worried parents in Glascock County, choosing Attorney 911 means choosing a legal team with unmatched experience, insider knowledge, and a fierce dedication to holding hazing perpetrators and enablers accountable. We are ready to bring our aggressive, proven strategies to your fight, ensuring that your child’s voice is heard and justice is served.

What To Do Right Now: Actionable Steps for Glascock County Hazing Victims

If your child has been subjected to hazing in Glascock County or at a university they attend, the moments immediately following the incident are critical. While the emotional toll can be overwhelming, taking swift, decisive action can make all the difference in preserving evidence, protecting your child’s rights, and building a strong legal case. We know you’re searching for answers and help at 2 AM; here are the immediate, actionable steps we advise:

Step 1: Prioritize Immediate Safety and Medical Attention

• Remove Your Child From the Dangerous Environment: If the hazing is ongoing or your child is in danger, get them out immediately.
• Seek Medical Attention Immediately: Even if injuries seem minor, or your child is reluctant, a medical evaluation is paramount. Adrenaline can mask pain, and some injuries (like Leonel Bermudez’s rhabdomyolysis) may not manifest fully for days.
  • Call 911 if there are serious injuries, unconsciousness, severe pain, or difficulty breathing.
  • Go to an Emergency Room or urgent care clinic.
  • Ensure all injuries, discomfort, and any unusual symptoms (like dark urine or muscle pain) are documented by medical professionals. This creates an official record that is invaluable for a legal case.
  • Follow all medical advice and attend all follow-up appointments.

Step 2: Preserve ALL Evidence – Do NOT Delete Anything

This is perhaps the most critical step. Hazing perpetrators often attempt to erase their tracks. You must secure any and all evidence.

• Photos and Videos:
  • Photograph any physical injuries on your child as soon as possible, and continue to do so as they heal. Document bruises, cuts, burns, swelling, or any other visible signs of abuse.
  • If possible and safe, take photos or videos of the location where the hazing occurred (fraternity house, off-campus residence, park, etc.).
  • Document any physical evidence related to the hazing – empty alcohol bottles, props, uniforms, restraints, or any other items.
• Digital Communications:
  • DO NOT DELETE ANYTHING. Perpetrators will delete messages, but you can’t.
  • Screenshot EVERYTHING: text messages, GroupMe chats, Instagram DMs, Snapchat messages, emails, social media posts. The contents of these messages often provide direct evidence of directions, threats, and discussions about hazing.
  • Save any files, documents, or schedules related to pledge activities. Pledges are often given manuals, calendars, or rules that can prove the hazing was organized.
• Witness Information:
  • Collect the names and contact information of anyone who witnessed the hazing, including other pledges, fraternity/sorority members, friends, or bystanders. They may be reluctant to come forward, but their testimony can be crucial.
• Documents:
  • Keep all medical records, bills, and receipts related to your child’s injuries and treatment.
  • Retain any academic records, proof of enrollment, or scholarship information that may be impacted.
  • Document any lost wages, lost internship opportunities, or other financial setbacks.

Step 3: Avoid Communication with Defendant Parties

• Do NOT talk to the fraternity/sorority leadership (local or national) without legal counsel. They are not on your side and will seek to minimize their liability, twist your words, or coerce your child into silence.
• Do NOT give statements to university administrators or their lawyers alone. Universities have a legal team whose primary goal is to protect the institution, not your child. Let your attorney handle all communications.
• Do NOT sign anything from the organization, university, or any third party without having your attorney review it first. You could inadvertently waive your rights or compromise your case.
• Do NOT post about the incident on social media. Anything you post can and will be used against you by defense attorneys to discredit your child or claim their injuries are not as severe as stated. We cannot stress this enough: stay off social media regarding the hazing.

Step 4: Contact an Experienced Hazing Litigation Attorney Immediately

This is the most crucial step. Time is of the essence.

• Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911) right now. We are available 24/7 for a free, confidential consultation. The sooner we are involved, the better we can preserve evidence and build your case.
• Email: ralph@atty911.com if you prefer written communication.
• Understand the Statute of Limitations: In most states, including Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is two years from the date of injury. For wrongful death cases, it’s two years from the date of death. If your child is a minor, the deadline may be extended, but delaying action diminishes crucial evidence and witnesses’ memories. This is not a long time given the complexities of these cases.

Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Glascock County Case?

• Free Consultations: Your initial consultation is completely free and confidential. You risk nothing by calling us to discuss your situation.
• No Upfront Fees: We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
• Nationwide Reach: While we are located in Texas, our federal court authority, dual state bar licenses (Texas and New York), and commitment to travel mean we can represent families in Glascock County and anywhere else in the country. We also offer convenient video consultations.
• Experience Against Powerful Defendants: We are currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against a national fraternity and a major university. We know how to take on these powerful institutions.
• Bilingual Services: Our staff is fluent in Spanish (Se Habla Español), ensuring that all families in Glascock County can communicate freely and receive comprehensive legal support.

The story of Leonel Bermudez is a stark reminder of the dangers of hazing. His case is happening now, and it shows the aggressive, thorough, and compassionate legal representation that Attorney 911 provides. As Lupe Pena often says, “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 child did not deserve this. Your family in Glascock County deserves justice. Let us help you fight back.

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🚨 Glascock County Families: Has Your Child Been Hazed? You Have Legal Rights.

We are actively fighting for hazing victims right now, and we extend that same aggressive, compassionate legal representation to families in Glascock County, Georgia, and across the nation.

Our attorneys are currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t a theoretical exercise; this is an active, high-stakes battle against powerful defendants. We know how to build these cases, how to navigate institutional resistance, and how to hold every responsible party accountable. Your Glascock County family deserves the same unwavering advocacy.

Glascock County Families – Call Now for a Free, Confidential Consultation

We understand that reaching out is often the hardest step. You might be scared, angry, and uncertain of what to do next. Let us shoulder that burden. Our emergency hotline is available 24/7.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Email us directly: ralph@atty911.com

You will speak directly with an expert who understands what you’re facing. This consultation is completely free, with no obligation, and is strictly confidential.

Our Commitment to Glascock County Families:

• Zero Upfront Fees: We work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay absolutely nothing unless we win your case. We cover all litigation costs and expenses until a successful resolution.
• Nationwide Expertise: While our offices are based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, our federal court admissions and dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) allow us to represent hazing victims from Glascock County and any state in the U.S.
• Remote Consultations: We offer flexible video consultations, making it easy for families in Glascock County to connect with our legal team without the need for extensive travel during a difficult time.
• We Travel to You: For critical depositions, client meetings, or trial, our attorneys will travel to Glascock County as needed. Distance is never a barrier to pursuing justice for our clients.
• Se Habla Español: Our bilingual staff ensures that Spanish-speaking families in Glascock County receive comprehensive, clear legal advice and support in their native language.

What Should You Do Next if Your Child Was Hazed?

1. Do not delay. Hazing investigations are time-sensitive, evidence can disappear, and statutes of limitations limit your time to file a claim.
2. Preserve everything. Save all text messages, photos, videos, social media posts, pledge documents, and witness contact information.
3. Do not communicate with the fraternity, university, or their representatives. Let us handle all interactions to protect your rights.
4. Prioritize your child’s well-being. Ensure they receive all necessary medical and psychological care.

We Represent All Hazing Victims, Including Those in Glascock County, Georgia

Hazing is not confined to fraternities or sororities, nor is it limited to specific states. We represent victims of hazing in a variety of organizations, anywhere in the country:

• Fraternities and sororities at universities near Glascock County
• Sports teams (college, high school, club)
• Marching bands and other performance groups
• ROTC programs
• Clubs and other student organizations
• Military academies and service branches

To other victims of the University of Houston Pi Kappa Phi hazing:

We know Leonel Bermudez was not the only one. Another pledge lost consciousness. Others were waterboarded, forced to eat, and physically abused. If you or your child were also hazed by this chapter or any other, you have rights.

Call us. Let’s bring everyone involved to justice. 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.”

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