Hazing Lawyers in Baldwin County, GA – Attorney 911 Fights for Victims of Fraternity & Sorority Abuse
Baldwin County Families: Your Child Deserves Justice
Hazing isn’t just “tradition”—it’s abuse. If your son or daughter was hospitalized, traumatized, or worse after pledging a fraternity or sorority in Baldwin County, GA, you have legal rights. Attorney 911 is currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston—proving that institutions can and will be held accountable.
We serve Baldwin County families with the same aggressive representation we bring to our national cases.
🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Baldwin County, GA
Hazing happens at Georgia College & State University (GCSU) and other institutions near Baldwin County. The same national fraternities and sororities involved in deadly hazing incidents nationwide—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others—operate chapters in and around Baldwin County.
How Hazing Harms Baldwin County Students
Hazing isn’t harmless “initiation.” It’s torture disguised as tradition, and it has sent students to the hospital with:
- Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
- Alcohol poisoning (forced drinking until vomiting or passing out)
- Traumatic brain injuries (from beatings or falls)
- Severe psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
- Death
Our client in Houston was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles—all while pledging Pi Kappa Phi. The same abuse happens in Baldwin County.
💰 Why Baldwin County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now
- $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston (filed November 2025)
- National media coverage (ABC13, KHOU 11, Houston Chronicle)
- Proven track record in hazing litigation, including rhabdomyolysis cases
2. We Know How to Win Against Powerful Institutions
- Former insurance defense attorneys—we know how fraternities and universities try to avoid liability
- Federal court authority—we can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
- Dual-state bar admission (Texas & New York)—strategic advantage for cases involving out-of-state nationals
3. We Serve Baldwin County Families Nationwide
- Video consultations available for Baldwin County families
- Travel to Baldwin County for depositions, trials, and client meetings
- Contingency fee basis—you pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we win.
⚖️ Legal Rights for Baldwin County Hazing Victims
Under Georgia law, hazing is a criminal offense (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-61). But criminal charges aren’t enough—families deserve financial compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and long-term trauma.
Who Can Be Held Liable in Baldwin County?
| Defendant | Why They’re Responsible |
|---|---|
| Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing risks |
| University (GCSU, etc.) | Failed to prevent hazing; may own fraternity houses |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed hazing |
| Individual Members | Participated in or failed to stop abuse |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing at their homes (premises liability) |
Our lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi names 10+ defendants—including the national organization, university, and individuals.
📋 What Baldwin County Families Should Do Immediately
If your child was hazed in Baldwin County, time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and statutes of limitations expire.
✅ Step 1: Seek Medical Attention
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked—rhabdomyolysis and alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening.
- Document everything (photos of injuries, hospital records, therapy notes).
✅ Step 2: Preserve Evidence
- Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs).
- Take screenshots of social media posts about hazing.
- Get witness names (other pledges, bystanders).
✅ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- Fraternities/sororities will try to control the narrative and destroy evidence.
- Do not sign anything without legal counsel.
- Do not post on social media about the incident.
✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 Hazing Hotline)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
We offer free, confidential consultations for Baldwin County families.
💔 Real Cases, Real Justice for Baldwin County Families
1. $10.1 Million Settlement – Stone Foltz (Bowling Green State, Pi Kappa Alpha)
- Forced to drink entire bottle of alcohol → died from alcohol poisoning
- University and fraternity paid $10.1M
2. $6.1 Million Jury Verdict – Maxwell Gruver (LSU, Phi Delta Theta)
- “Bible Study” drinking game → BAC 0.495 (6x legal limit) → died
- Jury awarded $6.1M; hazing now a felony in Louisiana
3. $110+ Million Settlement – Timothy Piazza (Penn State, Beta Theta Pi)
- Forced to drink 18 drinks in 82 minutes → fell down stairs → fraternity waited 12 hours to call 911 → died
- Settlement estimated at $110M+
4. Our Current Case: $10M Lawsuit Against Pi Kappa Phi (UH)
- Victim waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, struck with wooden paddles → hospitalized with kidney failure
- Chapter shut down within days of incident
- University owned the fraternity house where hazing occurred
These same fraternities operate at Georgia College & State University and other schools near Baldwin County. We will fight for Baldwin County victims just like we’re fighting in Houston.
🔥 Fraternities Near Baldwin County: We Are Watching
The same national organizations that paid millions in settlements have chapters in and around Baldwin County, including:
| Fraternity | Notable Hazing Incidents | Baldwin County Presence |
|---|---|---|
| Pi Kappa Phi | Andrew Coffey (FSU, 2017 – death); Leonel Bermudez (UH, 2025 – kidney failure) | Yes (GCSU, other Georgia schools) |
| Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) | Chemical burns case (Texas A&M, 2021); multiple deaths | Yes |
| Kappa Sigma | Multiple hazing deaths nationwide | Yes |
| Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) | Stone Foltz (BGSU, 2021 – death); David Bogenberger (NIU, 2012 – death) | Yes |
| Beta Theta Pi | Timothy Piazza (Penn State, 2017 – death) | Yes |
If your child was hazed at a Baldwin County fraternity or sorority, we will hold every liable party accountable—including the national organization, university, and individuals.
🏛️ Georgia Hazing Laws: What Baldwin County Families Need to Know
Georgia’s Anti-Hazing Law (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-61)
- Hazing is a misdemeanor (up to 1 year in jail, $1,000 fine).
- If hazing causes serious bodily injury or death, it’s a felony (1-5 years in prison).
- Consent is NOT a defense—even if your child “agreed” to participate, the organization is still liable.
Civil Lawsuits: Financial Compensation for Baldwin County Victims
In addition to criminal charges, hazing victims can sue for:
- Medical bills (past and future)
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
- Lost wages (if injuries affected work or education)
- Punitive damages (to punish egregious conduct)
Georgia has no cap on pain and suffering damages—meaning juries can award millions for severe cases.
📞 Baldwin County Hazing Victims: Call Us Now
Time is running out. Georgia’s statute of limitations for personal injury cases is 2 years from the date of injury.
If your child was hazed in Baldwin County, call Attorney 911 immediately for a free, confidential consultation.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 Hazing Hotline)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
We serve Baldwin County families from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont—but we will travel to Baldwin County for your case. Distance is not a barrier to justice.
🔥 Enough Is Enough, Baldwin County
Hazing doesn’t build brotherhood—it destroys lives. If your child was abused, traumatized, or hospitalized after pledging a fraternity or sorority in Baldwin County, you have the power to fight back.
Attorney 911 is ready to fight for Baldwin County families. Call us now.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | ralph@atty911.com | attorney911.com
🏆 Why Baldwin County Families Trust Attorney 911
✅ 25+ years of litigation experience (Ralph Manginello)
✅ Former insurance defense attorneys—we know how defendants try to avoid liability
✅ Federal court authority—can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
✅ Dual-state bar admission (Texas & New York)—strategic advantage for national cases
✅ Se habla español—bilingual staff for Spanish-speaking families
✅ Contingency fee basis—you pay $0 upfront; we only get paid if we win
Baldwin County families deserve the same aggressive representation we provide in Houston. Call us now.
