🚨 Bedford County Hazing Lawyer – Fraternity Abuse Attorney – Greek Life Injury Lawsuit

Protecting Students & Families from Hazing Abuse in Bedford County and Beyond

If your child was hazed at a Bedford County college or university, you have legal rights. Our hazing injury attorneys fight for victims of fraternity and sorority abuse nationwide.

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⚠️ The Hazing Crisis in Bedford County – What Families Need to Know

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “harmless tradition.” In Bedford County and across Pennsylvania, hazing has led to serious injuries, hospitalizations, and even deaths. The same national fraternities involved in multi-million dollar lawsuits nationwide—including Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and others—operate chapters at universities near Bedford County.

If your child attends college near Bedford County, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

What Bedford County Families Are Up Against:

• National fraternities with documented histories of abuse – including chapters near Bedford County
• Universities that fail to protect students – despite knowing hazing occurs
• A culture of silence and intimidation – victims are pressured to stay quiet
• Legal deadlines – Pennsylvania has strict time limits for filing claims

You don’t have to face this alone. We’re fighting this battle right now—and we’ll fight for Bedford County families too.

🏥 What Hazing Looks Like in Bedford County (Real Cases We’re Fighting Now)

🔴 The University of Houston Case – $10 Million Lawsuit (2025)

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (not even enrolled at UH yet)
Fraternity: Pi Kappa Phi
Injuries: Severe rhabdomyolysis, acute kidney failure, 4-day hospitalization

What Happened:

• Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
• Forced to do 500 squats, 100+ pushups until he collapsed
• Struck with wooden paddles
• Forced to eat milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting
• Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing – they kept going
• Result: Hospitalized with kidney failure, unable to walk

This isn’t just happening in Texas. It’s happening at universities near Bedford County too.

🔴 Other Recent Hazing Cases Nationwide:

Bedford County families: These same fraternities have chapters near you. The same abuse is happening in Pennsylvania.

🏛️ Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Bedford County?

When hazing occurs, multiple parties can be sued, including:

In our current case, we’re suing:
✅ Pi Kappa Phi National (failed to enforce anti-hazing policies)
✅ University of Houston (owned the fraternity house where abuse occurred)
✅ Individual members (participated in hazing)
✅ Former members and their spouses (hosted hazing at their home)

Bedford County families: The same legal strategies apply to Pennsylvania cases.

💰 What Compensation Can Bedford County Families Recover?

Hazing victims and their families may be entitled to compensation for:

Recent hazing settlements and verdicts:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz, Pi Kappa Alpha)
• $6.1 million (Maxwell Gruver, Phi Delta Theta)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza, Beta Theta Pi)

Bedford County families: These results are possible for Pennsylvania victims too.

⚖️ Pennsylvania Hazing Laws – What Bedford County Families Need to Know

Pennsylvania’s Anti-Hazing Law (18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2810)

• Hazing is a criminal offense in Pennsylvania
• Consent is not a defense – even if the victim “agreed” to participate
• Penalties: Fines, jail time, organizational sanctions
• Civil liability: Victims can sue for damages

University Policies in Pennsylvania

• Most Bedford County-area colleges have anti-hazing policies
• Universities often fail to enforce these policies
• If a university knew or should have known about hazing, they can be held liable

Statute of Limitations in Pennsylvania

• Personal injury: 2 years from the date of injury
• Wrongful death: 2 years from the date of death
• Minors: May have extended deadlines

⚠️ Bedford County families: Time is limited. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your legal rights expire. Contact us immediately.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Bedford County

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

• Some injuries (like rhabdomyolysis) may not appear right away
• Medical records are critical evidence

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, emails)
• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, items used
• Get witness names and contact information
• Do NOT delete anything – even if it seems unimportant

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone

• They will try to control the narrative
• Anything you say can be used against you
• Let us handle all communications

Step 4: Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately

• We offer free, confidential consultations
• We work on contingency – you pay nothing unless we win
• We’ll guide you through the legal process

📞 Call 24/7: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

🎓 Bedford County-Area Colleges & Universities – Hazing Risks

While we can’t comment on specific incidents at these schools, hazing has been documented at institutions across Pennsylvania, including:

Bedford County families: If your child attends any college or university in Pennsylvania, they could be at risk. The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits nationwide operate chapters near Bedford County.

🔍 How We Prove Hazing Cases for Bedford County Families

1. Medical Evidence

• Hospital records
• Doctor’s notes
• Diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, or other injuries
• Psychological evaluations (PTSD, anxiety, depression)

2. Documentary Evidence

• Text messages, GroupMe chats, social media posts
• Pledge manuals, schedules, rules
• Photos/videos of hazing activities
• Fraternity communications

3. Witness Testimony

• Other pledges who witnessed or experienced hazing
• Bystanders who saw abuse
• Former members who can testify about culture

4. Pattern Evidence

• Prior hazing incidents at the same chapter
• Prior incidents at other chapters of the same fraternity
• University’s knowledge of hazing risks

5. Institutional Failures

• University’s failure to supervise Greek life
• National organization’s failure to enforce anti-hazing policies
• Lack of training or oversight

Bedford County families: We know how to build strong hazing cases. We’re doing it right now in Texas—and we’ll do it for Pennsylvania victims too.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Bedford County Families

Q: My child consented to hazing. Can we still sue?

A: YES. Pennsylvania law says consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity and university can still be held liable.

Q: The fraternity says this was just “tradition.” Is that a defense?

A: NO. “Tradition” does not justify illegal activity. Hazing is assault, battery, and reckless endangerment—regardless of what they call it.

Q: We’re not in Texas. Can Attorney 911 still help us?

A: YES. While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Pennsylvania. We can:

• Evaluate your case via video consultation
• Travel to Bedford County for depositions and trials
• Pursue cases in federal court (we’re admitted to U.S. District Court)
• Work with local counsel if needed

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

A: $0 upfront. We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict, not your pocket.

Q: What if my child is afraid of retaliation?

We understand the fear of retaliation. We’ll:

• Protect your child’s privacy and safety
• Handle all communications with the fraternity/university
• Take legal action if retaliation occurs

Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?

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

🏆 Why Bedford County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

• We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston
• We know how to build strong hazing cases
• We understand the culture of Greek life and how to expose it

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

• We know how insurance companies value claims
• We know how they try to deny or minimize cases
• We use that knowledge to maximize your recovery

3. Nationwide Experience

• Federal court admission – we can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
• Dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York)
• Willingness to travel to Bedford County for your case

4. Proven Track Record

• 25+ years of litigation experience
• Multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts
• Former insurance defense attorneys – we know their playbook
• Google 4.9-star rating (250+ reviews)

5. We Care About Bedford County Families

“We see your child as a person—not a paycheck. We will fight hard for Bedford County families because we truly care.” – Ralph Manginello

📞 Bedford County Families: Contact Us Immediately

Hazing victims and their families in Bedford County don’t have to suffer in silence. You have legal rights. You have options. And you have Attorney 911 on your side.

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We’ll evaluate your case at no cost and explain your legal options.

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Hazing emergencies don’t wait. Neither do we.

🚨 No Upfront Costs

We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win.

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🔥 To Fraternities Near Bedford County: We Are Coming for You

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma—if your chapter operates near Bedford County, know this:

• We are currently suing Pi Kappa Phi for waterboarding a student and causing kidney failure
• We have won multi-million dollar verdicts against fraternities nationwide
• We track your corporate structures (EINs, housing corporations, insurance policies)
• We know your hazing histories (Andrew Coffey, Stone Foltz, Timothy Piazza)
• If your Bedford County chapter harms students, we will pursue every liable entity

The UH Pi Kappa Phi chapter? Shut down. The president? Personally liable for $6.5 million in another case. Your chapter could be next.

🛡️ Bedford County Families: Protect Your Child’s Future

Hazing doesn’t just cause physical injuries. It can lead to:

• Permanent health problems (kidney damage, chronic pain)
• Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
• Academic disruption (dropped classes, lost scholarships)
• Career setbacks (reputation damage, lost opportunities)

You can’t undo what happened. But you can hold the responsible parties accountable. You can get justice for your child. And you can help prevent this from happening to another Bedford County family.

We’re ready to fight for you. Are you ready to fight back?

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