If you’re reading this in Telfair County, your family may be facing one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child went off to college, expecting to find community and friendship. Instead, they were subjected to abuse, humiliation, and outright torture under the guise of “brotherhood” or “sisterhood.” We are here to help families in Telfair County fight back against the insidious culture of hazing that continues to plague our universities and devastate our children.

We understand what you’re going through. The fear, the anger, the confusion – it’s overwhelming. Your child was supposed to be safe, thriving in a new environment, but instead, they were betrayed by the very institutions and organizations entrusted with their well-being. We know this isn’t just a news story or a distant problem; it’s a very real nightmare that can unfold right here, affecting families in Telfair County and beyond.

At Attorney911, we are not just lawyers; we are advocates for the injured, and relentlessly pursue justice for hazing victims and their families. We believe that when universities, national organizations, and individual perpetrators enable or commit hazing, they must be held fully accountable for the physical, emotional, and psychological damage they inflict.

Our commitment to aggressively representing hazing victims is not theoretical. We are actively fighting this battle right now in court, and our flagship case demonstrates the full force and data-driven approach we bring to every client we serve.

The Terrifying Reality: A Landmark Hazing Lawsuit

Just recently, in November 2025, we filed a $10 million lawsuit in Harris County Civil District Court that lays bare the horrific realities of modern hazing. This case, Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc., et al., names Pi Kappa Phi, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members as defendants. It represents everything we stand for: aggressive representation, data-driven strategy, and unwavering accountability for every entity responsible for hazing injuries.

Leonel Bermudez was just like many students from Telfair County looking to transfer to a larger university. He was a “ghost rush,” meaning he wasn’t even fully enrolled at the University of Houston yet, but was 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 weeks-long ordeal of systematic abuse, torture, and hazing that left him hospitalized for four days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure.

This wasn’t a “prank.” This wasn’t “horseplay.” This was pure, unadulterated torture. Leonel was waterboarded with a garden hose, hog-tied, forced to eat until he vomited, and subjected to psychological torment, sleep deprivation, and forced physical exertion until his body started to shut down. He passed brown urine, a tell-tale sign of severe muscle breakdown, and doctors confirmed his kidneys were failing.

Within weeks of his mother reporting the hazing, the Pi Kappa Phi chapter at the University of Houston was suspended. The members, facing overwhelming evidence and pressure, voted to surrender their charter, and the chapter was permanently closed. Criminal referrals were initiated, and our firm filed the $10 million lawsuit to ensure every responsible party—from the individual students to the national fraternity and even the university itself—faced the consequences of their actions.

This case is new, it is ongoing, and it is happening in our backyard. It serves as a stark warning to Telfair County parents that hazing is not a relic of the past; it is a present and dangerous reality at universities your children might attend. And it is proof that Attorney911 has the expertise, the experience, and the will to fight back.

The Hazing Crisis: What You Don’t See on Campus Tours

For parents in Telfair County, the stories of college hazing can seem distant, things that happen “somewhere else.” But the truth is, the same dangers that hospitalized Leonel Bermudez exist at universities across the nation, including those that students from Telfair County aspire to attend. Hazing isn’t limited to a few rogue chapters; it’s a deeply entrenched problem in many student organizations, often fueled by a misguided sense of tradition and secrecy.

Hazing is not just innocent fun; it is a serious form of abuse that often involves physical violence, psychological manipulation, and forced degradation. We’ve seen firsthand how these rituals, often veiled in secrecy, can inflict lasting damage, both physical and emotional, on young people seeking acceptance and belonging. Students from Telfair County, like any others, go to college expecting to learn and grow, not to be broken down and traumatized.

Consider the stark numbers: national statistics reveal that over 55% of students involved in Greek organizations experience hazing. In the last two decades, there has been at least one hazing-related death every year in the United States. These aren’t statistics; they are tragedies that shatter families and leave indelible scars. And Telfair County families deserve to know that this can happen to their child, that the same national fraternities operating at the University of Houston have chapters at universities across Georgia and nationwide.

The problem is exacerbated by institutional failures. Universities and national Greek organizations often talk a good game about “anti-hazing policies” and “risk management,” but the reality on the ground is far different. Too often, they turn a blind eye to the warning signs, prioritizing reputation and alumni donations over student safety. It’s only when a tragedy occurs, like what happened to Leonel Bermudez, that they spring into action, often in an attempt to mitigate legal and public relations fallout.

From our recent case, we’ve seen specific instances of hazing that go far beyond any reasonable definition of “initiation.” This is not the harmless mischief of college lore; this is the systematic destruction of dignity and health.

What Hazing Really Looks Like: Beyond the Stereotypes

When Telfair County parents think of hazing, they might envision some mild rituals or embarrassing tasks. The horrifying truth, however, is that “hazing” today often means severe, life-threatening abuse. We’ve compiled a list of the types of activities Leonel Bermudez and other victims have endured, actions that are routinely covered up by organizations and universities. These are not isolated incidents but reflect a dark, pervasive culture that must be exposed.

The Hazing Activities Exposed in Our Lawsuit Against Pi Kappa Phi:

• Waterboarding / Simulated Drowning: Leonel was subjected to “simulated waterboarding with a garden hose,” sprayed directly in the face while performing calisthenics. This tactic, recognized internationally as a form of torture, was used on a prospective member who was planning to transfer to the university. The mere act of “waterboarding with a hose” makes it abundantly clear this was not a childish prank.
• Forced Eating Until Vomiting: Pledges, including Leonel, were forced to consume large quantities of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until they vomited, a grotesque display of control and humiliation. After vomiting, they were often forced to continue physically demanding exercises, sometimes lying in their own vomit-soaked grass.
• Extreme Physical Punishment: This included forced exercises like 100+ pushups, 500 squats, “high-volume suicides” (sprinting drills), bear crawls, wheelbarrows, and “repeated 100-yard crawls.” These activities were performed until pledges, like Leonel, were so exhausted they could not stand without help, leading to severe injuries like the rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure he experienced. The Houston Chronicle also reported instances of pledges “being struck with wooden paddles.”
• Psychological Torture & Humiliation: Leonel 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 subject to constant verbal abuse and threats.
• Sleep Deprivation & Exhaustion: Pledges were regularly forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours, disrupting their sleep and ensuring they were in a constant state of exhaustion, making them more vulnerable to manipulation and coercion.

These are not the “traditions” that build character; they are acts of assault and battery, reckless endangerment, and often, criminal behavior. This is not about students making poor choices; it is about older students and institutions inflicting grave harm on young, vulnerable individuals. And it’s a critical reason why families in Telfair County need to understand the true nature of hazing and the need for aggressive legal action.

Who Is Responsible: Holding Every Entity Accountable

One of the most common questions Telfair County families ask us is, “Who can we sue?” The good news, if you can call it that, is that modern hazing litigation allows us to cast a wide net, holding multiple parties responsible for their direct actions and for their failures to protect students. This is not just about a few “bad apples”; it’s about holding entire systems accountable.

In our Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi lawsuit, we are pursuing damages against every person and entity that bore responsibility for Leonel’s horrific injuries. This comprehensive approach is crucial because it ensures that the “deep pockets”—the institutions with the resources and insurance to enact real change—are forced to address the problem.

The Defendants We Target:

1. Individual Perpetrators: The students directly involved in the hazing activities. This includes the fraternity president, the pledgemaster, and other current members who participated or directly facilitated the abuse. We also name former members and even their spouses when hazing takes place at their private residences, as happened in Leonel’s case. These individuals can be held personally liable for assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
2. Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter: The specific undergraduate chapter is a direct actor in hazing. They organize, plan, and execute these events. They can be held liable for their members’ actions, for negligent supervision, and for creating (or allowing) a dangerous environment. In our Pi Kappa Phi case, the local Beta Nu chapter directly organized and conducted the hazing.
3. National Fraternity/Sorority Organizations: These are powerful, multi-million dollar corporations that charter and oversee local chapters. They are responsible for setting policies, providing training, and ensuring compliance. We hold them liable when they fail to enforce anti-hazing rules, ignore warning signs, or exhibit a pattern of negligence across their many chapters. Pi Kappa Phi’s national headquarters, for instance, faces liability for Leonel’s injuries because, despite previous tragedies like the death of Andrew Coffey in 2017, they failed to prevent similar abuses. KHOU 11 reported these national organizations “failed to enforce anti-hazing rules and policies despite knowledge of ‘a hazing crisis.'”
4. University or College Administration: Universities have a legal and moral duty to protect their students. This includes taking reasonable steps to prevent hazing, especially when it occurs on university-owned property or involves recognized student organizations. In Leonel’s case, the University of Houston is a named defendant because they owned the fraternity house where much of the hazing took place. They possessed the power to regulate, inspect, and ultimately shut down the organization, yet they failed to act effectively. The University of Houston also had a prior hazing hospitalization in 2017, meaning they had actual knowledge of the problem on their campus and failed to prevent it from happening again.
5. Housing Corporations: Many fraternities and sororities have separate housing corporations that own and manage the physical chapter houses. These entities can be held liable for premises liability if they fail to maintain a safe environment or knowingly allow hazing to occur on their property.
6. Insurance Carriers: Ultimately, the funds for significant settlements and verdicts typically come from the liability insurance policies carried by the national organizations, universities, and sometimes individual homeowners or parents. As former insurance defense attorneys, both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena bring invaluable insider knowledge to identify and pursue every applicable insurance policy, ensuring maximum recovery for victims.

This multi-pronged legal strategy against every liable party ensures that those responsible cannot escape accountability and that their financial resources are used to compensate victims and prevent future tragedies.

What These Cases Win: Justice and Accountability for Telfair County Families

When a child from Telfair County is severely injured or, tragically, loses their life due to hazing, the financial compensation sought in a civil lawsuit is not just about money. It’s about securing justice, providing for long-term care, compensating for immense suffering, and sending an undeniable message: hazing will not be tolerated.

We routinely tell parents that these aren’t minor cases, and previous hazing lawsuits across the country prove that juries and defense verdicts award multi-million dollar settlements. We pursue all available avenues for damages, including economic losses, non-economic suffering, and, crucially, punitive damages designed to punish egregious behavior and deter future hazing.

Here are some landmark cases that set the precedent for the kind of aggressive representation and accountability we demand for Telfair County families:

• Stone Foltz — Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021) – Total: $10.1 Million+
  • Stone Foltz died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol during a Pi Kappa Alpha initiation event. The university ultimately settled for $2.9 million, while the national fraternity and individuals paid over $7.2 million. Most recently, in December 2024, a former chapter president was ordered to pay an additional $6.5 million in personal liability. This case shows that both universities and national fraternities face multi-million dollar payouts, and individual perpetrators can be held personally accountable. Our $10 million demand in the Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case is directly in line with this precedent.
• Maxwell Gruver — Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017) – Total: $6.1 Million Verdict
  • Max Gruver died from acute alcohol poisoning with a BAC of 0.495 after being forced to drink excessive amounts of alcohol during a Phi Delta Theta hazing ritual. The jury returned a $6.1 million verdict, signaling a clear message that such conduct would be heavily punished. This case also led to the passage of the “Max Gruver Act,” making hazing a felony in Louisiana – demonstrating how civil lawsuits can drive legislative change.
• Timothy Piazza — Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017) – Total: $110+ Million (Multiple Settlements)
  • Timothy Piazza died after falling down stairs repeatedly while severely intoxicated from forced consumption during a Beta Theta Pi hazing event. Fraternity brothers waited 12 hours before calling 911. The evidence, including security camera footage, was damning. While the exact settlement amounts remain largely confidential, estimates place the total recovery for the Piazza family at over $110 million from various parties involved. This case led to criminal convictions, jail time for fraternity members, and the “Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law” in Pennsylvania.
• Andrew Coffey — Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017) – Same Fraternity as our Bermudez Case.
  • Andrew Coffey died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of Wild Turkey bourbon during a Pi Kappa Phi “Big Brother Night.” Nine fraternity members were charged, and the chapter was permanently closed. While the civil settlement amount was confidential, the fact that Pi Kappa Phi, the very same national organization we are suing in the Bermudez case, had a death on its record just eight years prior, is devastating for their defense. It proves they had actual notice of deadly hazing within their chapters and failed to prevent it from happening again.
• Adam Oakes — Virginia Commonwealth University / Delta Chi (2021) – $4+ Million Settlement
  • Adam Oakes died from alcohol poisoning during a Delta Chi hazing event. His family filed a $28 million lawsuit, and in October 2024, a settlement of over $4 million was reached. This case led to “Adam’s Law” in Virginia and further highlights the significant value placed on hazing-related injuries and deaths.

These cases, representing over $136 million in documented high-end hazing awards, are not outliers; they are powerful examples of accountability. They prove that when confronted by aggressive legal representation, even the most powerful universities and national Greek organizations are forced to pay. For families in Telfair County, this means your child’s injuries have a clear valuation, and there is a direct path to securing justice. Our team, with extensive experience in high-stakes litigation, is prepared to pursue these same levels of compensation for you.

Texas Law Protects You: Debunking the “Consent” Myth

For families in Telfair County navigating the aftermath of a hazing incident, understanding the legal landscape is crucial. While hazing laws vary by state, Texas has some of the most robust protections for victims, and these laws often serve as a model for federal and multi-state claims. Our firm, deeply rooted in Texas, possesses intimate knowledge of these statutes and how to apply them aggressively in court.

The centerpiece of Texas hazing law, and a game-changer for victims, is the unequivocal statement regarding consent:

Texas Education Code § 37.154 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. In virtually every hazing defense, the perpetrators and institutions will attempt to shift blame onto the victim with arguments like:

• “He agreed to participate.”
• “He knew what he was signing up for.”
• “He could have left at any time.”
• “Everyone was drinking voluntarily.”

Texas law explicitly declares these arguments INVALID. Our legislature understood the coercive nature of hazing and deliberately removed “consent” as a legitimate defense. When we represent families from Telfair County, we use this powerful statute to dismantle the defense’s primary argument, focusing the court’s attention squarely on the illegal and harmful actions of the perpetrators.

Furthermore, Texas hazing laws provide clear definitions and penalties:

• Definition of Hazing (§ 37.151): The law broadly defines hazing to include any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, on or off campus, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of joining or maintaining membership in an organization. This includes physical brutality (like beating, striking, or branding), sleep deprivation, exposure to elements, extreme calisthenics (like the 500 squats Leonel was forced to do), forced consumption of substances, and acts that violate the Penal Code. Our Bermudez case clearly meets multiple elements of this definition.
• Criminal Penalties (§ 37.152): Individuals who engage in hazing that causes serious bodily injury (like Leonel’s rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure) face Class A Misdemeanor charges, punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. If hazing leads to death, it becomes a State Jail Felony, with penalties up to two years in state jail and a $10,000 fine. The University of Houston spokesperson has already publicly mentioned “potential criminal charges” in Leonel’s case, underscoring the severity.
• Organizational Liability (§ 37.153): The law specifically holds organizations liable if they condone or encourage hazing, or if their officers, members, pledges, or alumni commit or assist in hazing. Penalties can include fines, denial of operation rights, and forfeiture of property. This is why we can pursue liability against both the local chapter and the national organization.
• University Reporting Requirements (§ 37.155): Universities are legally mandated to report hazing incidents to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Failure to do so is a Class B Misdemeanor. This clause provides a critical avenue for discovery, allowing us to uncover any previous oversight or cover-ups by the university in Telfair County or elsewhere.

Beyond these specific hazing statutes, civil lawsuits allow us to pursue other powerful legal theories for Telfair County victims, including:

• Negligence: Holding institutions and individuals accountable for breaching their duty of care.
• Premises Liability: When hazing occurs on university-owned or controlled property, the owners can be held responsible for maintaining an unsafe environment.
• Negligent Supervision: Charging national organizations and universities for failing to adequately supervise their chapters and Greek life.
• Assault and Battery: Direct claims against individuals for physical violence.
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: For outrageous conduct that causes severe psychological harm.

For families in Telfair County, these legal provisions mean that the system is designed to provide avenues for justice. Your child’s trauma is legally recognized, and the mechanisms are in place to hold those responsible fully accountable.

Why Attorney911 Is the Obvious Choice for Telfair County Families

When your child has been subjected to the horrors of hazing, you need more than just a lawyer; you need a relentless advocate who understands the nuances of hazing litigation, who knows how to dissect institutional defenses, and who is utterly committed to securing justice. For Telfair County families, Attorney911 offers unparalleled expertise, aggressive representation, and a deep understanding of what it takes to win these complex cases.

Here’s why Attorney911 is distinctively equipped to fight for hazing victims in Telfair County:

• We Are Actively Fighting Hazing Right Now: Some firms may talk about hazing, but we are in the fight. Our $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston is live, ongoing, and generating national attention. This isn’t theoretical; it’s proven, aggressive action that we will bring to your Telfair County case. We are not “someday we hope to handle hazing cases”; we are doing it right now.
• Insider Knowledge: Former Insurance Defense Attorneys: Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña served as insurance defense attorneys before founding Attorney911. This means we literally know the defense playbook. Lupe Peña, for instance, worked for Litchfield Cavo LLP, a national defense firm, and understands precisely how large insurance companies value claims, strategize defenses, and attempt to minimize or deny payouts. We use this invaluable insider knowledge to dismantle their arguments and maximize recovery for our clients. No one knows how to beat them like someone who used to be one of them.
• Battle-Tested in Federal Courts: Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña are both admitted to practice in U.S. District Courts. This federal court authority is crucial for hazing cases, as it allows us to pursue national fraternities and sororities regardless of their headquarters’ location, creating a strategic advantage that few local firms in Telfair County can match. We can bring your case in federal court, offering powerful leverage.
• Dual-State Bar Admissions (Texas and New York): Ralph Manginello is a member of both the Texas State Bar and the New York State Bar Association. This dual-state license provides a strategic advantage for hazing cases, particularly when dealing with national Greek organizations that may be headquartered in New York or have significant operations there. It signals our capacity to litigate beyond state lines, pursuing justice wherever it leads.
• Mass Tort and Catastrophic Injury Experience: Ralph Manginello’s involvement in the multi-billion dollar BP Texas City Explosion litigation demonstrates our firm’s capability to take on massive corporate defendants in complex, high-stakes cases involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. The skills honed fighting BP are directly applicable to taking on and defeating powerful national fraternities, universities, and their legal teams. Lupe Peña’s experience in wrongful death, dram shop, and catastrophic injury cases further strengthens our ability to handle the severe outcomes of hazing.
• Data-Driven Litigation Strategy: We don’t guess who to sue. We have compiled one of the most comprehensive private directories of Greek organizations in Texas, complete with IRS EINs, legal names, addresses, and corporate structures. We know how to track down every entity behind the Greek letters, from house corporations to alumni chapters, and ensure they are all held accountable. This intelligence means we don’t waste time; we go straight for every liable party.
• Commitment to Nationwide Service: While headquartered in Houston, we proudly serve hazing victims in Telfair County and across America. Distance is not a barrier to justice. We offer convenient video consultations for Telfair County families and are fully prepared to travel to Telfair County for depositions, meetings, and trials as needed to aggressively pursue your case. Our goal is to ensure that victims everywhere receive the same high-caliber representation.
• Bilingual Services (Se Habla Español): Many families affected by hazing may face language barriers. Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish, and our staff is bilingual, ensuring comprehensive legal services to Spanish-speaking clients in Telfair County, from initial consultations to ongoing case communications.
• Compassion and Personal Investment: We are not clinical litigators. We are parents and community members who are genuinely outraged by hazing. We listen, we care, and we fight for your family as if it were our own. Ralph, a father of three and Hall of Fame athlete, understands team culture and the pressures young people face. Lupe, a third-generation Texan, understands the values that resonate with families. We see your child as a person, not a paycheck, and that personal investment fuels our relentless pursuit of justice.

Choosing Attorney911 means choosing a firm that combines aggressive litigation with deep empathy, insider knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to holding powerful institutions accountable. For Telfair County families, this means the strongest possible representation in your child’s hazing case.

What To Do Right Now: Actionable Steps for Telfair County Families

If your child in Telfair County has been injured as a result of hazing, the moments immediately following the incident are critical. While it may feel overwhelming, taking decisive action can significantly impact the strength and success of any future legal claim. Time is of the essence, as evidence can disappear, memories can fade, and legal deadlines approach.

Here are the immediate steps Telfair County families should take:

1. Seek Immediate Medical Attention: Your child’s health is the absolute priority. Even if injuries seem minor, or if they are psychological, seek professional medical evaluation immediately. For physical injuries, go to an emergency room or urgent care clinic. For psychological distress, connect with a mental health professional. Insist on thorough documentation of all symptoms, injuries, and treatments. For Leonel Bermudez, the prompt medical response confirmed severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, which is now critical evidence.
2. Preserve All Evidence – Document Everything: This cannot be stressed enough. Hazing organizations and universities will move quickly to erase any trace of wrongdoing.
   • Medical Records: Obtain copies of all hospital records, doctor’s notes, lab results (like creatine kinase levels for rhabdomyolysis cases), and bills. Keep a diary of appointments and symptoms.
   • Photos and Videos: Take clear, timestamped photos of any physical injuries (bruises, cuts, burns, swelling) as soon as possible and throughout the healing process. If your child has any photos or videos from the hazing events themselves, or of the locations where they occurred, save them meticulously. Remember, even “minor” details can be crucial.
   • Communications: This is often the smoking gun. Save every text message, GroupMe chat, Snapchat, Instagram DM, email, or any other digital communication related to the hazing. This includes messages from fraternity members, pledges, friends, and family. Do NOT delete anything, even if it seems irrelevant or embarrassing. Many cases are won or lost based on these digital trails.
   • Identify Witnesses: Collect the names and contact information of anyone who witnessed the hazing, other pledges who endured similar experiences, or friends/faculty who noticed changes in your child’s behavior.
   • Documents: Preserve any pledge manuals, schedules, “rules,” or other documents given to your child during the hazing process.
   • Financial Records: Keep track of all medical bills, receipts for medications, travel expenses to appointments, and any lost wages if your child missed work or had to drop out of school.
3. Do NOT Communicate with the Organization or University Without Legal Counsel: This is a critical mistake many families make. Do not speak with fraternity/sorority leadership, university administrators, or their lawyers without an attorney present. They are not on your side; their primary goal is to protect their institution and minimize liability. Anything your child says can and will be used against them.
4. Do NOT Post on Social Media: Refrain from posting any details about the incident, your child’s injuries, or any aspect of the case on social media. The defense will comb through social media accounts looking for anything to discredit your child or minimize their injuries. Advise your child to also avoid posting about their recovery or any activities that could be misconstrued.
5. Contact Attorney911 Immediately: Do not delay. In most states, including Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury and wrongful death cases is two years from the date of injury or death. While two years may seem like a long time, building a comprehensive hazing case takes significant effort, investigation, and expert consultation. The sooner we are involved, the better we can preserve evidence, interview witnesses while memories are fresh, and begin building an irrefutable case. We offer free, confidential consultations for Telfair County families, available 24/7.
6. Understand “Consent Is Not a Defense”: Remember, under Texas law (Education Code § 37.154), your child’s “consent” to hazing is irrelevant. Do not let anyone—including the perpetrators, university, or national organization—try to blame your child for what they endured. This is a common tactic, and it has no legal standing.

By taking these immediate, proactive steps, Telfair County families can lay the groundwork for a strong and successful legal claim, holding those accountable who allowed such devastating abuse to occur.

Call Us: Your Legal Emergency Hotline in Telfair County

If you or your child in Telfair County has been a victim of hazing, you are facing a legal emergency, and you need immediate, aggressive, and professional help. We understand the enormous emotional, physical, and financial toll hazing takes on individuals and families. We are here to help you navigate this terrifying experience and fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves.

Our attorneys are currently representing a hazing victim (Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi, et al.) against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston in a landmark $10 million lawsuit. We are in the trenches, fighting this battle right now, and we will bring that same level of dedication and aggressive representation to your case, no matter where you are in Telfair County or nationwide.

Telfair County Families, do not wait. Your rights are critical, and the clock is ticking.

• Evidence disappears.
• Witnesses forget.
• Organizations destroy records.
• Your legal right to sue expires.

Call Our Legal Emergency Hotline for Telfair County Hazing Victims:

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

Available 24/7 for Telfair County hazing emergencies.

We operate on a contingency fee basis: This means there are $0 upfront costs for Telfair County families. You do not pay us unless and until we win your case. Our interests are fully aligned with yours; we don’t get paid unless you get paid.

We Serve Hazing Victims in Telfair County and Nationwide:

While our primary offices are located in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, our reach extends far beyond Texas borders. Hazing is a national scourge, and we are equipped to represent victims in Telfair County and across America through:

• Federal Court Authority: Our admission to U.S. District Courts allows us to pursue cases in federal jurisdiction, which is often essential when dealing with national organizations.
• Dual-State Bar Licenses: Ralph Manginello holds licenses in both Texas and New York, giving us strategic advantage in litigating against national fraternities and sororities that may be headquartered or have significant operations in other states.
• Video Consultations: For families in Telfair County who may find it difficult to travel, we offer secure and confidential video consultations to discuss your case and begin working towards justice.
• Commitment to Travel: Distance is not a barrier to justice. Our attorneys are prepared to travel to Telfair County for depositions, client meetings, and trials as needed to ensure your case receives the personalized attention it deserves.

Hazing is not limited to Greek life in Telfair County. We represent victims of hazing in a wide array of contexts:

• Fraternities and sororities at universities near Telfair County.
• Telfair County sports teams, clubs, and organizations.
• Marching bands and performing arts groups.
• ROTC programs and military academies.
• Any organization where abuse is disguised as “initiation” or “tradition.”

To Other Victims of the UH Pi Kappa Phi Hazing:

We know Leonel Bermudez was not the only one. Our lawsuit details how another pledge was hog-tied, and another lost consciousness during forced workouts. If you or someone you know was part of the Pi Kappa Phi hazing at the University of Houston, you are not alone, and you have rights. Please reach out to us. As 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.”

Let us help you bring them all to justice. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today.