Adams County Hazing Lawyer – Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Attorney

If your child was hazed in Adams County, you have legal rights. We fight for justice.

At Attorney 911, we are currently representing hazing victims in a $10 million lawsuit against a national fraternity and a major university. This isn’t just a case—it’s a fight to end hazing culture in Adams County and across America.

If your child was waterboarded, paddled, forced to drink, or subjected to extreme physical abuse as part of a fraternity, sorority, or other student organization in Adams County, we can help.

Call now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
📧 ralph@atty911.com

What Is Hazing? The Truth About “Tradition” in Adams County

Hazing is not harmless fun. It’s not “building character.” It’s not “brotherhood.”

Hazing is abuse.

In Adams County, hazing can include:
✔ Physical abuse – Paddling, beating, forced exercise to exhaustion
✔ Forced consumption – Alcohol, food, or other substances until vomiting
✔ Psychological torture – Waterboarding, sleep deprivation, humiliation
✔ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
✔ Dangerous activities – Extreme weather exposure, confined spaces, servitude

This happens in Adams County. And it’s illegal.

The Hazing Crisis in Adams County: What Parents Need to Know

Hazing Is a Crime in Pennsylvania

Under Pennsylvania law, hazing is a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the severity. If your child was injured or died due to hazing in Adams County, the perpetrators can face criminal charges—and you can sue for damages.

Universities & Greek Organizations Are Liable

If your child was hazed at a fraternity or sorority in Adams County, the university, national organization, and individual members can all be held accountable. We are currently suing a national fraternity and a major university for $10 million because they knew about the dangers and did nothing.

Hazing Can Cause Permanent Damage

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
• Alcohol poisoning (can be fatal)
• Traumatic brain injuries (from beatings or falls)
• PTSD, anxiety, and depression (long-term psychological harm)

This is not “boys being boys.” It’s assault.

Our Current Hazing Case: The Fight That Could Protect Adams County Students

$10 Million Lawsuit Against Pi Kappa Phi & University of Houston

We are currently representing Leonel Bermudez, a student who was hospitalized with kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles during fraternity hazing.

Key Facts:
✅ Same fraternity chapters operate in Adams County – Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and others have active chapters near Adams County.
✅ Universities in Adams County have the same liability – If a fraternity house is owned or controlled by a school, the university can be sued.
✅ National organizations know about hazing – Pi Kappa Phi had a previous hazing death in 2017 and still allowed this to happen.
✅ Universities fail to protect students – The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the abuse occurred.

This is happening in Adams County. And we will fight for your child the same way we’re fighting for Leonel.

Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Adams County?

If your child was hazed, multiple parties can be held liable, including:

We sue everyone responsible. Because hazing doesn’t happen in a vacuum—it’s enabled by institutions that look the other way.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Adams County

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

If your child was injured, go to the emergency room or see a doctor right away. Medical records are critical evidence in hazing cases.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

✔ Photos/Videos – Document injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence.
✔ Texts/Group Chats – Save all messages about hazing (do not delete anything).
✔ Social Media – Take screenshots of posts, messages, or photos related to hazing.
✔ Witnesses – Get names and contact info of anyone who saw the hazing.
✔ Medical Records – Keep all hospital, doctor, and therapy records.

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer

• They will try to silence your child.
• They will pressure you to accept a low settlement.
• They will destroy evidence.

Call us first. We handle all communications with the fraternity, university, and insurance companies.

Step 4: Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately

Time is critical. Pennsylvania has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. If you wait too long, you lose your right to sue.

Call Attorney 911 now for a free consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
📧 ralph@atty911.com

Why Adams County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

We are actively litigating a $10 million hazing case against a national fraternity and a major university. We know how to win these cases.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook

Both of our attorneys worked for insurance companies before representing victims. We know exactly how they try to deny claims—and we know how to beat them.

3. We Travel to Adams County for Your Case

While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Adams County. We will come to you for depositions, meetings, and trials.

4. No Upfront Costs – We Only Get Paid If You Win

We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

5. Bilingual Representation – Se Habla Español

Hazing affects students from all backgrounds. We provide full legal services in Spanish to ensure no Adams County family is left without justice.

6. We’ve Won Millions for Victims Like You

• $10+ million in hazing litigation (current case)
• Multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases
• Federal court experience – We can sue national organizations anywhere

What’s at Stake for Adams County Families?

Medical Bills

Hazing injuries can require emergency care, surgery, therapy, and long-term treatment. We fight to make sure every medical expense is covered.

Pain and Suffering

The physical and emotional trauma of hazing can last a lifetime. We demand compensation for:

• PTSD, anxiety, and depression
• Humiliation and shame
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Punitive Damages – Sending a Message

When hazing is intentional, reckless, or part of a pattern, we seek punitive damages to punish the fraternity and university and prevent future abuse.

Justice for Your Child

No amount of money can undo what happened. But a lawsuit can force change—shutting down dangerous chapters, pressuring universities to act, and protecting future students in Adams County.

Hazing in Adams County: The Schools & Fraternities at Risk

Adams County is home to colleges and universities where Greek life thrives. The same national fraternities and sororities involved in our current lawsuit have active chapters in or near Adams County.

Universities in Adams County with Greek Life:

• Gettysburg College – Active Greek system with fraternities and sororities
• Nearby institutions – Dickinson College, Shippensburg University, and others have Greek organizations

Fraternities with Hazing Histories Near Adams County:

• Pi Kappa Phi (our current $10M lawsuit)
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (multiple hazing deaths nationwide)
• Pi Kappa Alpha (hazing lawsuits in Texas)
• Phi Delta Theta (Maxwell Gruver $6.1M verdict)
• Beta Theta Pi (Timothy Piazza $110M+ settlement)

If your child was hazed at any of these organizations in Adams County, we can help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing Cases in Adams County

1. Can I sue if my child consented to hazing?

Yes. Pennsylvania law explicitly states that consent is not a defense in hazing cases. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity and university can still be held liable.

2. How much is my hazing case worth?

Every case is different, but hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts, including:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz case)
• $6.1 million (Maxwell Gruver case)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza case)

We will fight for maximum compensation for your child’s injuries.

3. What if the fraternity says it was “just a prank”?

Hazing is not a prank. It’s assault, battery, and reckless endangerment. If your child was injured, the fraternity is liable.

4. Can the university be sued?

Yes. If the university owned the fraternity house, had oversight responsibility, or knew about hazing and did nothing, they can be held liable.

5. What if my child is afraid of retaliation?

We protect our clients’ identities and take steps to prevent retaliation. Many hazing victims fear speaking out—but your child deserves justice.

6. How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

Pennsylvania has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Do not wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your rights expire.

Call us today:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
📧 ralph@atty911.com

Adams County Parents: This Is Your Warning

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority in Adams County, they are at risk.

The same fraternities that waterboarded our client have chapters near Adams County. The same universities that failed to protect students operate in Pennsylvania.

You have the power to stop this.

If your child was hazed, call us now. We will fight for justice, hold the perpetrators accountable, and protect future students in Adams County.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 or email ralph@atty911.com for a free, confidential consultation.

🚨 ACT NOW. TIME IS RUNNING OUT.

Adams County hazing victims deserve justice. We will fight for you.