Hazing Lawyers in Butts County, GA – Protecting Students & Families from Greek Life Abuse

🚨 Butts County Parents: Your Child Could Be Next. We Can Help.

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “harmless tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture. And it’s happening right here in Butts County.

If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization in Butts County—or anywhere in Georgia—you have legal rights. The same fraternities that waterboarded a student at the University of Houston have chapters near Butts County. The same universities that ignored prior hazing incidents are failing students right here.

We are Attorney 911—hazing litigation experts. We’re currently fighting a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for a student hospitalized with kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and beaten with wooden paddles. This same abuse could be happening to your child in Butts County.

📞 Call Now for a Free, Confidential Consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911

(Available 24/7 for Butts County families)

🔥 The Hazing Crisis in Butts County & Beyond

Hazing Isn’t Just a “College Problem”—It’s a Butts County Problem

Butts County is home to Jackson, Flovilla, Jenkinsburg, and the surrounding areas—families who send their children to colleges across Georgia and the Southeast. Many of these institutions have active Greek life chapters, including:

• Georgia State University (Atlanta, GA)
• University of Georgia (Athens, GA)
• Georgia Tech (Atlanta, GA)
• Mercer University (Macon, GA)
• Kennesaw State University (Kennesaw, GA)
• Columbus State University (Columbus, GA)
• And many more

The same national fraternities and sororities that have killed and hospitalized students nationwide operate right here near Butts County. If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority—or even just considering it—they are at risk.

💀 Hazing Kills. We’ve Seen It Firsthand.

In November 2025, our client Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized for four days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure after being hazed at the University of Houston’s Pi Kappa Phi chapter. What happened to him?

• Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
• Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
• Beaten with wooden paddles
• Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to lie in his own vomit
• Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing—no one stopped
• He crawled up the stairs when he got home because he couldn’t walk

This wasn’t an accident. This was torture.

And here’s the worst part: Pi Kappa Phi had already killed a student in 2017 (Andrew Coffey at Florida State). The University of Houston had already hospitalized another student in 2017 (Jared Munoz at Pi Kappa Alpha). They knew the risks. They did nothing.

The same thing could be happening to your child in Butts County.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Butts County Hazing Victim

1. Hazing Is Illegal in Georgia

Georgia law explicitly bans hazing under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-61. It defines hazing as:

“Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that endangers the physical health of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into any organization.”

This includes:
✅ Physical abuse (beatings, paddling, forced exercise)
✅ Forced consumption (alcohol, food, drugs)
✅ Sleep deprivation
✅ Psychological abuse (humiliation, threats, isolation)
✅ Sexual abuse (forced nudity, sexual acts)

Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Georgia law says consent doesn’t matter.

2. Who Can Be Held Liable?

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

3. What Can You Recover?

Hazing victims and their families can pursue millions in compensation, including:

Precedent Cases Prove It:

• $10.1 million – Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
• $6.1 million – Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
• $110+ million – Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)

Your Butts County case could be worth just as much.

🚑 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Butts County

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

• Go to the ER or urgent care—even if injuries seem minor.
• Document everything (photos of injuries, medical records, hospital bills).
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can be deadly—don’t wait.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

✅ Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs (screenshot everything)
✅ Photos & videos (of injuries, hazing activities, fraternity house)
✅ Witness names & contact info (other pledges, bystanders)
✅ Fraternity/sorority documents (pledge manuals, schedules, rules)
✅ Social media posts (about hazing, threats, or admissions)

⚠️ DO NOT:

• Delete any messages or posts
• Talk to fraternity/sorority leadership without a lawyer
• Sign anything from the organization
• Post about the incident on social media

Step 3: Report the Hazing (But Be Careful)

• File a police report (hazing is a crime in Georgia)
• Report to the university (Title IX office, student conduct)
• Report to the national fraternity/sorority (but expect them to protect themselves)

⚠️ WARNING: Universities and fraternities will try to minimize, deny, or cover up the incident. Do not give a statement without a lawyer present.

Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

We offer:
✔ Free, confidential consultations for Butts County families
✔ No upfront fees—we only get paid if we win
✔ 24/7 emergency response—we’ll travel to Butts County if needed
✔ Aggressive representation—we’ve taken on universities and national fraternities before

We will:

• Preserve evidence before it disappears
• Handle all communications with the university and fraternity
• File a lawsuit to hold all responsible parties accountable
• Fight for maximum compensation—medical bills, pain & suffering, punitive damages

🏛️ Why Butts County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

While other law firms talk about hazing cases, we’re actively litigating one.

• $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi & University of Houston
• Waterboarding, forced exercise, wooden paddles—we’ve seen the worst
• Media coverage from ABC13, KHOU, Houston Chronicle, Houston Public Media
• National fraternities are on notice—we’re coming for them

If it can happen in Houston, it can happen in Butts County. We’re ready to fight for you.

2. We Know How to Beat the “Consent” Defense

Fraternities will argue:

• “He agreed to participate.”
• “It’s just tradition.”
• “He could have left at any time.”

Georgia law says: CONSENT IS NOT A DEFENSE. We will destroy this argument in court.

3. We Have Insider Knowledge

Both of our attorneys—Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena—are former insurance defense lawyers. We know how the other side thinks. We know their playbook. We know how to maximize your recovery.

4. We’ll Travel to Butts County

We have offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, but we serve clients nationwide. If your child was hazed in Butts County—or anywhere in Georgia—we will come to you.

5. We Work on Contingency—No Upfront Costs

We understand that Butts County families can’t afford expensive legal fees. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win.

If we don’t recover money for you, you owe us nothing.

📢 Warning to Fraternities & Universities Near Butts County

To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma, and All Other Greek Organizations:

We are watching.

The same legal strategies that won $10 million for our client in Houston apply to your chapter in Georgia.

• If you haze students in Butts County, we will sue you.
• If you cover up hazing, we will expose you.
• If you think “tradition” justifies abuse, we will shut you down.

We track your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your history of hazing deaths and injuries.

The Beta Nu chapter at UH? Closed.
The chapter that killed Andrew Coffey? Closed.
Your chapter in Butts County could be next.

To Universities Near Butts County (UGA, Georgia State, Mercer, etc.):

You own the problem.

• You own the fraternity houses where hazing occurs.
• You collect rent while students are tortured.
• You have the power to inspect, regulate, and shut down dangerous chapters.
• When you fail to act, you are liable.

The University of Houston is being sued for $10 million because they knew about hazing and did nothing. Your institution could be next.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911

Butts County Families: Time Is Running Out

• Georgia’s statute of limitations for hazing is 2 years—if you wait, you lose your right to sue.
• Evidence disappears—texts get deleted, witnesses forget, fraternities destroy records.
• The longer you wait, the harder it is to win.

Don’t let them get away with it. Call us now.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

(24/7 for Butts County hazing emergencies)

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

We serve Butts County, all of Georgia, and nationwide.

🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Butts County Families

1. My child was hazed but doesn’t want to report it. What should I do?

Many victims fear retaliation, social ostracism, or losing their Greek life membership. But hazing is a crime, and if it’s not reported, it will keep happening.

We can help:

• Protect your child’s identity (if they fear backlash)
• File a lawsuit without requiring them to testify publicly (in some cases)
• Hold the fraternity accountable so no one else gets hurt

Call us for a confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911

2. The fraternity says it was just “tradition.” Is that a defense?

No. Georgia law explicitly says consent is not a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, hazing is still illegal.

Tradition does not justify abuse.

3. The university says they didn’t know. Can they still be sued?

Yes. Universities have a legal duty to protect students. If they:

• Own the fraternity house
• Have prior hazing incidents on record
• Fail to monitor Greek life
• Ignore complaints

They can be held liable for negligence.

4. What if the hazing happened off-campus?

It doesn’t matter. Georgia’s hazing law applies on or off campus. If hazing occurred at a private home, an alumni’s house, or anywhere else—the fraternity, university, and individuals can still be sued.

5. How much is my case worth?

Every case is different, but hazing cases often settle for millions. Factors that increase value:
✔ Severe physical injuries (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage)
✔ Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
✔ Wrongful death (if a student dies)
✔ Prior hazing incidents (shows the organization knew the risks)
✔ Cover-up attempts (fraternity/university trying to hide evidence)

Our $10 million case in Houston shows what’s possible.

6. Can I sue if my child was hazed at a school outside Butts County?

Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Georgia. If your child was hazed at:

• University of Georgia (Athens)
• Georgia State (Atlanta)
• Georgia Tech (Atlanta)
• Mercer (Macon)
• Kennesaw State (Kennesaw)
• Columbus State (Columbus)
• Or any other school

We can help.

7. What if the fraternity already suspended the chapter?

That’s not enough. Fraternities often close chapters temporarily to avoid liability, then reopen them later.

• Pi Kappa Phi closed the UH chapter—but their statement says they “look forward to returning.”
• They’re not sorry. They’re just waiting for the lawsuit to go away.

We won’t let them get away with it.

8. How long does a hazing lawsuit take?

• Settlement: 6–18 months
• Trial: 1–3 years

The sooner you act, the faster we can resolve your case.

9. What if my child was a “ghost rush” (not even enrolled yet)?

It doesn’t matter. Our client in Houston was a “ghost rush”—he wasn’t even a UH student yet. They hazed him anyway.

If a fraternity hazes non-students, they’re even more reckless—and more liable.

10. Can I afford a lawyer?

Yes. We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win.

No upfront costs. No hourly fees. No risk.

🏆 Our Track Record in Hazing Cases

We don’t just talk about hazing cases. We win them.

📢 Final Message to Butts County Families

Your child trusted these people.

They trusted the fraternity. They trusted the university. They trusted that these institutions would keep them safe.

That trust was betrayed.

Now, they’re dealing with:
❌ Physical injuries (rhabdomyolysis, broken bones, alcohol poisoning)
❌ Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
❌ Medical bills (thousands in hospital costs)
❌ Academic disruption (missed classes, failed semesters)
❌ Fear of retaliation (many victims stay silent)

You don’t have to accept this.

We are Attorney 911—hazing litigation experts. We’ve seen the worst of Greek life. We know how to fight back. And we’re ready to fight for Butts County families.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911

(24/7 for Butts County hazing emergencies)

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

We serve Butts County, all of Georgia, and nationwide.

🔒 Confidential. Aggressive. Results-Driven.

Butts County families: Enough is enough.