🚨 Hazing Lawyers in Baltimore: Protecting Students from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

If your child was hazed in Baltimore, you have legal rights. We can help.

At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure from extreme hazing—including waterboarding, forced exercise until collapse, and physical abuse. The same fraternities operate at Baltimore universities. The same risks exist for Baltimore students. We will fight for Baltimore families with the same aggression.

Baltimore parents: If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, marching band, or any student organization in Baltimore, you are not alone. We serve hazing victims nationwide, including Baltimore, and can evaluate your case immediately.

📞 Call now for a free, confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911

🏛️ Hazing at Baltimore Universities: The Crisis in Our Community

Baltimore is home to world-class universities and colleges, including:

• Johns Hopkins University
• University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
• Morgan State University
• Loyola University Maryland
• Towson University
• Goucher College
• Notre Dame of Maryland University
• Coppin State University
• Baltimore City Community College

These institutions have active Greek life communities. The same national fraternities and sororities involved in hazing deaths and injuries across America—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Chi, and others—have chapters at or near Baltimore universities.

Baltimore students face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

⚠️ What Baltimore Parents Need to Know About Hazing

Hazing is Not “Tradition”—It’s Abuse

Hazing is not harmless “initiation.” It’s not “building brotherhood.” It’s abuse disguised as tradition.

In our current case, a Baltimore student could have experienced:

• Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning, a form of torture
• Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until muscles broke down, causing kidney failure
• Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault
• Forced to eat until vomiting, then forced to continue exercising
• Sleep deprivation — forced to drive fraternity members at all hours
• Psychological torture — carrying sexual objects, being hog-tied, stripped in cold weather
• Threats of expulsion if they refused to participate

This is not hazing. This is assault. This is torture.

Hazing Causes Serious Injuries—and Death

Hazing can cause:

Baltimore Universities Have a Duty to Protect Students

Universities in Baltimore have a legal and moral duty to protect students from hazing. When they fail, they can be held legally accountable.

In our case:

• The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where hazing occurred
• They had a prior hazing incident in 2017 at a different fraternity
• They failed to implement effective oversight
• They allowed the torture to happen on their property

Baltimore universities face the same liability risks.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Baltimore Hazing Victim

You Can Sue for Hazing in Baltimore

Hazing is illegal in Maryland. It is also a civil wrong that allows victims to sue for damages.

Who Can Be Sued in Baltimore Hazing Cases?

Types of Compensation Available for Baltimore Victims

Maryland Hazing Laws: What Baltimore Victims Need to Know

Maryland has strong laws against hazing:

• Criminal Hazing Law (Md. Code, Educ. § 26-101): Hazing is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in jail and/or a $500 fine
• Consent is Not a Defense: Even if a student “agreed” to participate, it’s still illegal
• Institutional Reporting Requirements: Schools must report hazing incidents
• Civil Liability: Victims can sue for damages

Maryland also recognizes common law claims:

• Negligence
• Assault and Battery
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
• Premises Liability (if hazing occurred on university property)

💰 Hazing Settlements and Verdicts: What Baltimore Families Can Expect

Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Here are real cases that show what’s possible for Baltimore victims:

These results are possible for Baltimore victims. The same legal strategies apply in Baltimore courts.

🚨 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Baltimore

Immediate Steps for Baltimore Families

If your child has been hazed in Baltimore, take these steps immediately:

1. Get Medical Attention

   • Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor
   • Document everything medically—this is critical evidence

2. Preserve Evidence

   • Take photos of injuries at all stages of healing
   • Save all text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs
   • Get names and contact information of witnesses
   • Document the location where hazing occurred

3. Do NOT Talk to the Organization

   • Do not confront fraternity/sorority leadership
   • Do not give statements to university administrators alone
   • They will try to control the narrative and destroy evidence

4. Do NOT Post on Social Media

   • Anything you post can be used against you
   • Do not discuss the incident online

5. Contact an Attorney Immediately

   • Maryland has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims
   • Evidence disappears quickly
   • Witnesses forget
   • Call Attorney 911 now: 1-888-ATTY-911

Why Baltimore Families Should Call Attorney 911

✅ We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now — Our $10 million hazing lawsuit is active and ongoing
✅ Nationwide Experience — We serve hazing victims across America, including Baltimore
✅ Federal Court Authority — We can pursue cases in federal court if needed
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys — We know how the other side thinks
✅ $0 Upfront Cost — We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win
✅ Aggressive Representation — We don’t back down from universities or national fraternities
✅ We Travel to Baltimore — For depositions, meetings, and trials
✅ Free Consultations — Call 1-888-ATTY-911 anytime

🏆 Why Baltimore Families Choose Attorney 911

We Have the Experience Baltimore Needs

Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena are the attorneys fighting for Baltimore hazing victims:

• 25+ years of litigation experience
• Former insurance defense attorneys — we know their playbook
• Federal court admission — can pursue Baltimore cases in federal jurisdiction
• Dual-state bar licenses — Texas and New York
• Multi-million dollar case experience — including BP Texas City explosion litigation
• Hazing-specific expertise — currently litigating $10M hazing case
• Rhabdomyolysis injury experience — our client suffered kidney failure from forced exercise
• Journalism background — trained to investigate and tell compelling stories

We Understand the Baltimore Community

Baltimore is a city of pride, resilience, and strong community values. Hazing violates everything Baltimore stands for:

• Family values — Parents send their children to college expecting them to be safe
• Community trust — When institutions betray that trust, they must be held accountable
• Educational opportunity — Hazing disrupts the academic journey Baltimore families invest in
• Safety — Baltimore students deserve to feel safe on campus

We fight for Baltimore values. We won’t let institutions prioritize reputation over student safety.

We Protect Baltimore Students

Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is fearful of retribution for speaking out. We understand that fear. We protect our clients:

• Confidentiality — Your case is private until you’re ready
• Evidence preservation — We act fast to protect your rights
• Aggressive advocacy — We fight for maximum compensation
• Emotional support — We guide you through the legal process with compassion

🎯 Common Hazing Activities at Baltimore Universities

Hazing happens across many types of organizations at Baltimore schools. It’s not just fraternities and sororities.

If your Baltimore child was hazed in any organization, we can help.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Baltimore Hazing Victims

Q: What is considered hazing in Baltimore?

A: Hazing is any activity that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in an organization. This includes:

• Physical brutality (beating, paddling, branding)
• Forced consumption (alcohol, food, non-food substances)
• Sleep deprivation
• Exposure to extreme weather
• Psychological abuse (humiliation, degradation)
• Any activity that creates unreasonable risk of harm

Maryland law explicitly prohibits hazing, regardless of whether the victim “consented.”

Q: Can I sue a fraternity in Baltimore?

A: Yes. You can sue:

• The local fraternity chapter
• The national fraternity organization
• Individual members who participated
• Alumni who hosted hazing
• The university if they failed to prevent hazing
• Housing corporations that own fraternity property

Our current case sues all of these parties.

Q: How much is my Baltimore hazing case worth?

The value of your case depends on:

• Severity of injuries
• Medical expenses
• Psychological impact
• Academic disruption
• Whether the university knew about prior hazing
• Egregiousness of the conduct (waterboarding, forced exercise to collapse, etc.)

Hazing cases typically settle for $1 million to $10 million or more. Our current case seeks $10 million.

Q: What is the statute of limitations for hazing in Baltimore?

• Criminal: Hazing is a misdemeanor in Maryland with a 1-year statute of limitations
• Civil: Personal injury claims have a 3-year statute of limitations from the date of injury

Do not wait. Evidence disappears, and witnesses forget. Call Attorney 911 immediately.

Q: Can I be sued for reporting hazing in Baltimore?

Maryland has anti-retaliation protections. You cannot be legally penalized for reporting hazing in good faith. Additionally:

• Maryland’s Hazing Law (Md. Code, Educ. § 26-101) protects whistleblowers
• Title IX protects students from retaliation for reporting sexual harassment or violence
• Common law protects against wrongful retaliation

If you experience retaliation, we can help.

Q: What if I was drinking during hazing? Can I still sue?

Yes. Even if you consumed alcohol voluntarily:

• Forced consumption is not voluntary — peer pressure and threats negate consent
• Maryland law says consent is not a defense to hazing
• The organization is still liable for allowing dangerous activities

You can still pursue compensation.

Q: How long does a Baltimore hazing lawsuit take?

Most cases settle within 12-24 months. Complex cases with multiple defendants (like ours) may take longer. Factors that affect timeline:

• Severity of injuries
• Number of defendants
• Whether the case goes to trial
• Cooperation of defendants

We work to resolve cases as quickly as possible while maximizing your compensation.

Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer in Baltimore?

At Attorney 911, it costs $0 upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means:

• You pay nothing to hire us
• We only get paid if we win your case
• Our fee is a percentage of your recovery
• If we don’t win, you owe us nothing

This allows Baltimore families to fight powerful institutions without financial risk.

📞 Baltimore Hazing Victims: Call Now for Help

This happens to Baltimore students. It could be your child next.

We are fighting this battle right now. Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, and hospitalized with kidney failure. The same fraternities operate at Baltimore universities. The same risks exist for your child.

If your child has been hazed in Baltimore, you have legal rights. We can help you fight back.

📞 Call now for a free, confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com

We serve hazing victims nationwide, including Baltimore. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

🏆 Our Promise to Baltimore Families

1. We will listen — Your story matters. We will hear you.
2. We will act fast — Evidence disappears quickly. We move immediately to preserve your rights.
3. We will fight aggressively — We don’t back down from universities or national fraternities.
4. We will protect you — Confidentiality and emotional support throughout the process.
5. We will maximize your compensation — Medical bills, pain and suffering, punitive damages.
6. We will travel to Baltimore — For meetings, depositions, and trials.
7. We will work for $0 upfront — You pay nothing unless we win.

🎖️ Baltimore Parents: You Are Not Alone

Hazing is a national crisis, and Baltimore is not immune. But together, we can fight back.

Our client’s mother rushed him to the hospital with kidney failure. Our client crawled up the stairs when he got home because he couldn’t walk. He spent four days in the hospital fighting for his life.

This is what hazing does to our children.

Baltimore parents: If this has happened to your child, you have the power to stop it from happening to someone else’s child.

Call Attorney 911 today. Let’s fight for justice together.

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