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February 27, 2026 8 min read
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Hazing Victim Legal Support in Carbon County, Wyoming

Attorney 911: Fighting for Justice Against Campus Hazing

Carbon County families: If your child has been a victim of fraternity or sorority hazing—whether at the University of Wyoming, a nearby college, or anywhere in the country—you are not alone. Hazing is not “tradition.” It is abuse. It is assault. And it is illegal.

At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for hazing that hospitalized a student with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure. We know how to hold institutions accountable—and we will bring that same fight to Carbon County.

Why Carbon County Families Need Attorney 911

1. Hazing Happens in Wyoming—And It’s Dangerous

While our current case is in Texas, hazing is a nationwide epidemic. Fraternities and sororities with chapters in Wyoming—including Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and others—have been involved in multi-million-dollar hazing lawsuits across the country.

  • University of Wyoming has Greek life organizations that may engage in hazing.
  • Wyoming’s smaller colleges (like Central Wyoming College in Riverton) also have student groups where hazing can occur.
  • National fraternities with chapters in Carbon County have a documented history of abuse.

If your child was hazed in Carbon County, we can help—no matter where it happened.

2. We Know How to Win Hazing Cases

Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are former insurance defense lawyers. We know how institutions try to avoid liability—and we know how to beat them.

Our current $10 million hazing case proves it:

  • Waterboarding, forced eating, and extreme physical punishment led to a student’s hospitalization.
  • The fraternity knew about prior hazing deaths (Andrew Coffey, 2017) and did nothing to stop it.
  • The university owned the fraternity house where the abuse occurred—yet failed to protect students.

We are fighting this battle right now—and we will fight for Carbon County families too.

3. Carbon County Families Deserve Justice

Hazing leaves victims with:
Physical injuries (rhabdomyolysis, broken bones, alcohol poisoning)
Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
Financial burdens (medical bills, lost wages, therapy costs)

You should not have to pay for someone else’s abuse. We will pursue compensation for:

  • Medical expenses (past and future)
  • Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
  • Lost wages (if injuries affect work or school)
  • Punitive damages (to punish the fraternity/university for their negligence)

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Carbon County

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

  • Rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, and head injuries can be life-threatening.
  • Document everything—hospital records, photos of injuries, witness statements.

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

  • Save all texts, GroupMe messages, and social media posts about the hazing.
  • Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, or objects used.
  • Write down what happened while memories are fresh.

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

  • They will try to minimize the incident or blame your child.
  • Never sign anything without legal review.

Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

  • Free consultation—we’ll evaluate your case at no cost.
  • No upfront fees—we only get paid if we win.
  • We travel to Carbon County for depositions, meetings, and trials.

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

Who We Can Sue for Carbon County Hazing Victims

Hazing cases often involve multiple liable parties, including:

Defendant Why They’re Liable
Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter Directly organized and participated in hazing
National Fraternity/Sorority Failed to supervise chapters; ignored prior incidents
University/College Failed to prevent hazing despite having authority
Chapter Officers (President, Pledgemaster) Led and directed hazing activities
Individual Members Participated in or enabled hazing
Housing Corporations Owned property where hazing occurred
Alumni Allowed hazing at their homes

Our current case names 10+ defendants—we will pursue every liable party for Carbon County victims.

Proven Results: Multi-Million-Dollar Hazing Settlements

We have seen firsthand what juries award in hazing cases:

Case Fraternity Outcome Amount
Stone Foltz (BGSU, 2021) Pi Kappa Alpha Settlement $10.1M+
Maxwell Gruver (LSU, 2017) Phi Delta Theta Jury Verdict $6.1M
Timothy Piazza (Penn State, 2017) Beta Theta Pi Settlement $110M+
Andrew Coffey (FSU, 2017) Pi Kappa Phi Settlement Confidential (major)
Leonel Bermudez (UH, 2025) Pi Kappa Phi Our Case $10M Lawsuit Pending

Carbon County families can achieve the same results.

Wyoming Hazing Laws: Know Your Rights

Wyoming has anti-hazing laws that protect students:

Wyoming Statute § 21-18-314 – Hazing Prohibited

  • Hazing is illegal in any school, college, or university.
  • Consent is NOT a defense—even if a student “agreed” to participate.
  • Criminal penalties include fines and jail time.

Civil Liability in Wyoming

  • Victims can sue for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.
  • Universities and fraternities can be held financially responsible.

We know Wyoming law—and we know how to apply it to your case.

Why Carbon County Families Choose Attorney 911

25+ Years of Trial Experience – We’ve won millions for injury victims.
Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We know how defendants try to avoid liability.
Federal Court Authority – We can pursue cases in federal court if needed.
Dual-State Licensed – Texas and New York bars allow us to fight national fraternities.
Se Habla Español – Bilingual support for Spanish-speaking families.
Nationwide Reach – We represent hazing victims anywhere in the U.S., including Carbon County.
Contingency Fee$0 upfront. We only get paid if we win.

Carbon County Hazing Victims: You Are Not Alone

Hazing is not tradition. It is abuse. And it must stop.

If your child was hazed in Carbon County—or anywhere in Wyoming—we will fight for justice.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Visit: attorney911.com

We will travel to Carbon County. We will fight for your family. And we will make them pay.

Serving Carbon County and All of Wyoming

Office Locations (Serving Carbon County):

  • Houston, TX (Headquarters)
  • Austin, TX
  • Beaumont, TX

We come to Carbon County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.

Carbon County communities we serve:

  • Rawlins
  • Saratoga
  • Sinclair
  • Hanna
  • Elk Mountain
  • Medicine Bow
  • Riverside
  • Baggs
  • Dixon

Nearby universities with Greek life:

  • University of Wyoming (Laramie) – 1.5 hours from Rawlins
  • Central Wyoming College (Riverton) – 2 hours from Rawlins

If hazing happened at any school near Carbon County, we can help.

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