If you’re reading this in Chattooga County, your family may be facing one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child was supposed to make friends at college. Instead, they were tortured. We understand what you’re going through, and we’re here to help families in Chattooga County fight back against the insidious problem of hazing.

Here at Attorney911, we are at the forefront of hazing litigation in America, and we are not merely talking about it—we are actively fighting it. Our firm is currently embroiled in a landmark $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members, a case that embodies our unwavering commitment to aggressively representing hazing victims, employing data-driven litigation strategies, and relentlessly pursuing accountability from every entity responsible for hazing injuries.

The crisis of hazing is not confined to distant campuses. It is a pervasive issue that affects students attending universities that families in Chattooga County choose with hopes of a bright future. Whether your child attends a university within Georgia or journeys to a campus across the country, the threat of hazing is real, and the consequences can be devastating. We are here to deliver justice for Chattooga County families, just as we are for our client in Houston.

The Hazing Crisis: Why Chattooga County Families Need Us

Hazing in America is not a relic of the past; it is a brutal reality that continues to maim and kill students across our nation’s campuses. Despite increasing awareness and stricter anti-hazing laws, the problem persists, often hidden behind a veil of secrecy, peer pressure, and false notions of “tradition” or “brotherhood.” For families in Chattooga County, sending a child off to college is a milestone filled with pride and excitement, but also with unspoken anxieties about their safety and well-being. When that trust is betrayed by dangerous hazing rituals, the emotional and physical toll can be catastrophic.

The universities our children attend, the national fraternities and sororities with chapters on those campuses, and the individuals who participate in hazing rituals all have a responsibility to protect students. Far too often, they fail. When they do, our firm stands ready to step in, to uncover the truth, and to hold every single responsible party accountable. We bring the same aggressive, thorough, and compassionate representation to Chattooga County families that we apply to every case we handle, ensuring that geographic distance is never a barrier to justice.

The Landmark Bermudez Case: Our $10 Million Fight Against Hazing

We don’t just talk about hazing; we’re in the trenches fighting it right now. The case of Leonel Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc., et al., filed in Harris County Civil District Court in November 2025, is the centerpiece of our firm’s mission to combat hazing. This ongoing $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members exemplifies precisely what Attorney911 stands for. It’s new, it’s ongoing, and it demonstrates our aggressive, thorough, and relentless pursuit of accountability for hazing victims.

Leonel Bermudez was not even officially enrolled at the University of Houston at the time of the hazing; he was a “ghost rush” planning to transfer for the upcoming semester. Yet, he was subjected to weeks of brutal hazing that included being waterboarded with a garden hose, hog-tied, forced to eat until he vomited, and enduring psychological torture, sleep deprivation, and relentless physical exertion. His ordeal culminated in his muscles breaking down and his kidneys failing, resulting in a four-day hospitalization for severe rhabdomyolysis—a life-threatening condition.

Within weeks of Leonel’s harrowing experience coming to light, the Pi Kappa Phi chapter was suspended, its members voted to surrender their charter, and the chapter was permanently closed. Criminal referrals were initiated, and our firm filed the $10 million lawsuit, targeting the university, the national fraternity, the housing corporation, and the individual members responsible. This case is proof that we are not theoretical; we are actively fighting. We want parents in Chattooga County to understand that this is the harsh reality of hazing today, even at institutions their children might attend. And critically, they need to know that Attorney911 is the firm that fights back every single time.

Media Coverage of Our Fight

The gravity of Leonel’s story and our firm’s aggressive pursuit of justice has garnered significant media attention across major news outlets, highlighting the very real dangers of hazing and the need for accountability.

Source	Date	Link
ABC13 Houston	November 21-22, 2025	Abuse and hazing led to hospitalization of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity pledge, lawsuit alleges
KHOU 11	November 21, 2025	$10 million lawsuit filed against UH, fraternity over hazing allegations
Houston Chronicle	November 22, 2025	UH fraternity hazing lawsuit
Houston Public Media	November 24, 2025	University of Houston, Pi Kappa Phi fraternity sued for $10 million over alleged hazing

Even Pi Kappa Phi National Headquarters, the defendant in our case, issued a statement about closing their chapter: Pi Kappa Phi Closes Beta Nu Chapter at the University of Houston. This swift action on their part demonstrates a clear admission of guilt and a bid to mitigate public and legal fallout.

What Happened: A Timeline of Torture

The abuse Leonel endured was not a one-time event but a weeks-long campaign of systematic torture.

Date	Event
Sept 16, 2025	Leonel Bermudez accepts a bid to Pi Kappa Phi.
Sept 16 – Nov 3	Weeks of systematic hazing, abuse, and torture begin. These included forced drives, humiliation rituals, and extensive physical punishment.
Oct 13, 2025	Another pledge is hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth for over an hour.
Oct 15, 2025	A pledge loses consciousness during a forced workout; other pledges have to elevate his legs.
Nov 3, 2025	The Incident: Leonel is forced to do 100+ pushups, 500 squats, and other extreme exercises while reciting the fraternity creed. He becomes so exhausted he cannot stand without help.
Nov 4-5, 2025	Leonel’s condition worsens, marked by severe soreness and immobility.
Nov 6, 2025	Leonel’s mother rushes him to the hospital; he is passing brown urine, a critical sign of muscle breakdown.
Nov 6-10, 2025	Leonel is hospitalized for three nights and four days, diagnosed with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure.
Nov 14, 2025	Pi Kappa Phi National officially closes the Beta Nu Chapter.
Nov 21, 2025	Attorney911 files a $10 MILLION LAWSUIT in Harris County. Media coverage immediately follows.

This timeline represents weeks of unimaginable terror for a young man simply trying to join a group. It highlights not only the depravity of the hazing but also the sheer negligence of the organizations meant to supervise these activities. For Chattooga County families, this is a stark warning that such horrors can strike anywhere.

Our founding attorneys, Mr. Ralph Manginello and Mr. Lupe Peña, are resolute in their fight. As Mr. Manginello told ABC13, “When he finally made it home, he crawled up the stairs and went to bed. The next day, he was really sore and couldn’t really move. The next day was worse, and the next day, his mom rushed him to the hospital, and he had some kidney failure.” Mr. Peña added, “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.” This mission drives us to serve Chattooga County and beyond.

What Hazing Really Looks Like

The tragic story of Leonel Bermudez shatters any illusion that hazing is harmless or merely “boys being boys.” It is a form of systematic abuse, psychological torture, and physical endangerment that can have lifelong consequences or even lead to death. The reality of hazing is far more sinister than casual pranks or harmless rituals. From our ongoing case, these are just some of the horrific acts committed:

• Waterboarding/Simulated Drowning: Pledges, including Leonel, were subjected to “simulated waterboarding with a garden hose,” sprayed directly in the face while performing calisthenics. They were threatened with further waterboarding if they failed to perform. This is a practice recognized globally as torture.
• Forced Eating Until Vomiting: Pledges were compelled to consume excessive amounts of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until they vomited. Then, in a horrific display of cruelty, they were forced to continue running sprints while physically distressed and made to lie in their own vomit-soaked grass.
• Extreme Physical Punishment: Leonel endured 100+ pushups and 500 squats, high-volume “suicides,” bear crawls, wheelbarrows, “save-you-brother” drills, two-mile warmups, and repeated 100-yard crawls. He was struck with wooden paddles and forced to recite the fraternity creed under threat of immediate expulsion. So extreme was the exertion that another pledge lost consciousness, and Leonel’s muscles broke down, leading to kidney failure.
• Psychological Torture & Humiliation: Pledges were forced to strip to their underwear in cold weather and carry a fanny pack containing “objects of a sexual nature” at all times. In one instance, another pledge was hog-tied face-down with an object in his mouth for over an hour. Threats of physical punishment and expulsion, along with enforced dress codes, study hours, and weekly interviews, created an environment of constant fear and dehumanization.
• Sleep Deprivation: Leonel was coerced into driving fraternity members during early morning hours, leading to significant exhaustion that impacted his daily life and capacity to withstand the abuse.

The Medical Consequences: Leonel’s injuries were profound. He was diagnosed with severe rhabdomyolysis—the rapid breakdown of muscle tissue that releases damaging proteins into the blood—and acute kidney failure, which can be fatal. He passed “brown urine,” a classic sign of muscle damage, and required intense medical treatment during his four days in the hospital. The long-term effects could include permanent kidney damage, requiring ongoing medical care and potentially even a kidney transplant. This is the same medical condition that Mr. Manginello has successfully litigated in previous hazing cases, demonstrating our specialized expertise.

In Chattooga County, parents need to know this isn’t about minor transgressions. This is about physical assault, battery, torture, reckless endangerment, and in the worst cases, wrongful death. The psychological scars can be just as deep, leading to PTSD, anxiety, depression, and a profound loss of trust. Attorney911 is here to expose these brutal realities and ensure those responsible are held fully accountable.

Who Is Responsible: Holding Everyone Accountable

When a child in Chattooga County or anywhere else is subjected to hazing, the responsibility extends far beyond just the individual perpetrators. Our firm meticulously investigates every angle to identify all liable parties, ensuring that every entity that contributed to the harm is held accountable. In our fight for Leonel Bermudez, we’ve named a comprehensive list of defendants, demonstrating our approach to tackling hazing from all sides:

• The Local Chapter (Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu): This entity directly organized, facilitated, and conducted the hazing activities. Its officers, including the President and Pledgemaster, bore direct responsibility for the rituals and the well-being of the pledges.
• Individual Members: Every current member who participated in, condoned, or failed to intervene in the hazing activities is a defendant. This also includes former members who hosted hazing activities at their private residences, often extending the scope of liability. Even the spouse of a former member, for allowing hazing on their property, can be held accountable under premises liability laws.
• The National Organization (Pi Kappa Phi National Headquarters): These entities often have deep pockets and vast resources. Our lawsuit alleges that the national organization knew or should have known about a “hazing crisis” within its chapters nationwide. Their failure to adequately supervise, enforce anti-hazing policies, and intervene despite a documented history of severe incidents—including the death of Andrew Coffey at their Florida State chapter in 2017—demonstrates a pattern of negligence and conscious indifference.
• The University (University of Houston and UH Board of Regents): As the institution overseeing Greek life, the University of Houston has a duty to protect its students. Critically, the university owned and directly controlled the fraternity house where much of the hazing took place. Furthermore, the University of Houston had a prior hazing hospitalization in 2017 involving another fraternity, meaning they had actual knowledge of hazing risks on their campus yet failed to implement sufficient safeguards. Their inaction constitutes a breach of their duty of care.
• Insurance Carriers: Behind every organizational defendant—the national fraternity, the university, the housing corporation, and sometimes even individuals—are substantial liability insurance policies. Our detailed understanding of these policies, honed from decades of experience, allows us to pursue maximum compensation from these “deep pockets.”

This comprehensive approach is crucial because hazing is rarely the act of a single individual. It is often perpetuated by a culture of silence and complicity, enabled by a hierarchy of individuals and institutions that prioritize secrecy and “tradition” over safety. For families in Chattooga County, understanding this multi-layered liability is key to securing justice. We never back down from going after every party responsible.

What These Cases Win: Multi-Million Dollar Proof

The devastation caused by hazing demands more than just apologies or minor penalties; it demands substantial accountability. Our cases, and others across the country, consistently demonstrate that juries and courts are willing to award multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements to victims and their families. These landmark cases send an undeniable message: hazing has a steep financial cost, and it applies to every university and fraternity, including those associated with Chattooga County students.

Here are just a few examples that underscore the power of aggressive litigation in hazing cases:

• STONE FOLTZ — Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): $10.1 Million+
  • Stone Foltz died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol during a “Big/Little” event. The tragic outcome led to one of the largest public university hazing payouts in Ohio history. Bowling Green State University settled for $2.9 million, while Pi Kappa Alpha national and individuals paid over $7.2 million. This precedent directly supports our $10 million demand in the Leonel Bermudez case.
• MAXWELL GRUVER — Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017): $6.1 Million Jury Verdict
  • Max Gruver, an 18-year-old freshman, died from acute alcohol poisoning (BAC 0.495) after being forced to drink excessive amounts of alcohol during a “Bible Study” hazing event. A jury awarded his family $6.1 million, and his death spurred the passage of the “Max Gruver Act,” making hazing a felony in Louisiana. This verdict proves that juries will make institutions pay for such egregious conduct.
• TIMOTHY PIAZZA — Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017): $110 Million+ (Estimated)
  • Timothy Piazza died after consuming 18 drinks in 82 minutes and falling down basement stairs. Fraternity brothers waited 12 hours before calling for help. This case, captured on security cameras, resulted in a confidential settlement estimated to be over $110 million and led to Pennsylvania’s stringent “Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law.” This demonstrates the massive verdicts possible when evidence is strong and the institutions are grossly negligent.
• ANDREW COFFEY — Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017): Confidential Settlement
  • In a chilling parallel to our current case, Andrew Coffey died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink a bottle of Wild Turkey bourbon at a Pi Kappa Phi event. This occurred eight years before Leonel Bermudez’s hospitalization, highlighting a tragic pattern of negligence within the same national fraternity.
• ADAM OAKES — Virginia Commonwealth University / Delta Chi (2021): $4 Million+ Settlement
  • Adam Oakes died from alcohol poisoning during a hazing event, leading to a substantial settlement of $4 million and the creation of “Adam’s Law” in Virginia. This further reinforces the multi-million dollar impact of these cases.

These are not isolated incidents; they represent a nationwide pattern of institutional failure and catastrophic outcomes. The total documented high-end hazing awards in these cases alone exceeds $136 million, a clear signal that the legal system takes hazing seriously. For Chattooga County families, these precedents offer powerful reassurance that significant justice can be achieved. We apply the same legal strategies that secured these results to every case we handle, including Leonel’s, and we are ready to do the same for you.

Texas Law Protects You: Understanding Your Rights

For families in Chattooga County seeking justice after a hazing incident, understanding the legal landscape is crucial. While our firm is based in Texas, where hazing laws are robust, similar anti-hazing statutes exist in Georgia and most other states. Moreover, federal civil rights claims and general negligence claims are applicable nationwide, allowing us to pursue your case regardless of where the hazing occurred.

Texas Education Code § 37.151-37.157 — Anti-Hazing Law

Texas law is explicit and comprehensive when it comes to hazing. The definition goes far beyond playful pranks:

• Definition of Hazing (§ 37.151): Hazing includes any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of affiliation or membership in an organization. This encompasses physical brutality (like striking, beating), sleep deprivation, exposure to elements, demanding calisthenics leading to unreasonable risk of harm (such as the 500 squats that caused Leonel’s kidney failure), forced consumption of food or alcohol to the point of harm, or any activity that violates the Penal Code.
• Criminal Penalties (§ 37.152): Individuals who engage in hazing can face Class B misdemeanor charges. If hazing causes “serious bodily injury”—like Leonel Bermudez’s rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure—it becomes a Class A misdemeanor, carrying up to a year in jail and a $4,000 fine. If hazing causes death, it’s a State Jail Felony, with up to two years in state jail and a $10,000 fine.
• Organizational Liability (§ 37.153): Organizations themselves can be fined up to $10,000, denied the right to operate on campus, and even forfeit property if they condone, encourage, or have officers or members commit hazing.
• Consent is NOT a Defense (§ 37.154): This is a critical point. Texas law explicitly states, “It is not a defense to prosecution…that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.” This means that fraternity claims like “he agreed to participate” or “he could have left” are legally irrelevant. You cannot consent to be trafficked. You cannot consent to participate in a criminal act.
• University Reporting Requirements (§ 37.155): Universities are legally mandated to report hazing incidents to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board within 30 days. Failure to do so is a Class B misdemeanor, highlighting the institutional responsibility to track and address hazing.

Civil Liability: Beyond Criminal Charges

Even if criminal charges are not pursued or result in convictions, Chattooga County victims can still pursue civil lawsuits to recover damages. Our firm is skilled in building cases based on several civil liability theories:

1. Negligence: This is the most common claim, asserting that the university, national fraternity, or individuals owed a duty of care to the student, breached that duty through their hazing or inaction, causing injuries, and resulting in damages.
2. Premises Liability: If the hazing occurred on property owned or controlled by the university (as in Leonel’s case, where UH owned the fraternity house) or another individual, they can be held liable for allowing dangerous conditions to exist.
3. Negligent Supervision: This applies when national organizations fail to adequately supervise their local chapters, or when universities fail to monitor Greek life activities, allowing hazing to occur.
4. Assault and Battery: Individual perpetrators can be sued for intentional harmful or offensive contact, such as striking with paddles or waterboarding.
5. Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: This claim applies to cases involving outrageous conduct that causes severe emotional distress, such as the psychological torture endured by Leonel.

For Chattooga County families, these civil claims are your pathway to recovering medical expenses, compensating for pain and suffering, and sending a powerful message that such behavior will not be tolerated. We will meticulously apply every available legal tool to ensure justice is served.

Why Attorney911: Your Advocates in Chattooga County and Nationwide

When a family in Chattooga County faces the devastating aftermath of hazing, they need more than just a lawyer; they need a fierce advocate who genuinely understands their pain and has the proven ability to fight back against powerful institutions. Attorney911 is that advocate. We bring unparalleled experience, strategic insight, and a deep, personal commitment to every hazing case, including those impacting Chattooga County families.

25+ Years of Courtroom Experience

Our managing partner, Ralph Manginello, has over 25 years of battle-tested courtroom experience. He has pursued justice in complex, high-stakes litigation, including the multi-billion dollar mass tort litigation against BP following the Texas City refinery explosion that killed 15 workers. This experience demonstrates our capacity to take on massive corporate defendants—the same skills directly applicable to pursuing universities and national fraternities in hazing cases. From his journalism background, Mr. Manginello is uniquely skilled at investigating, uncovering facts, and telling compelling stories to juries, which is vital when institutions attempt to hide the truth about hazing.

Former Insurance Defense Insight

Both Mr. Manginello and our associate attorney, Lupe Peña, bring a rare and invaluable advantage: they both previously served as insurance defense attorneys. Mr. Peña, in particular, worked for Litchfield Cavo LLP, a nationwide insurance defense firm, handling cases across multiple practice areas for insurance companies and corporate defendants. This means they’ve seen the playbook from the inside. They know exactly how insurance companies and large institutions strategize to minimize or deny claims. Today, they use that insider knowledge to dismantle those defenses and maximize recovery for our hazing victims. This provides an unfair advantage for our clients in Chattooga County because we know how the opposition thinks.

Federal Court Authority & Dual-State Bar Admissions

Our attorneys are admitted to the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, providing us with federal court authority. Mr. Manginello also holds a dual-state bar license in Texas and New York. This broad authority allows us to pursue hazing cases in federal jurisdictions and against national fraternities headquartered anywhere in the country. For Chattooga County families, this means that even if the hazing occurred out of state, or if the national organization is based far away, we have the legal reach to fight for you. We are willing to travel to Chattooga County for depositions, meetings, and trials when necessary, ensuring that distance is not a barrier to justice.

Specialized Hazing Litigation Expertise

We are not generalists when it comes to hazing. Mr. Manginello has specific expertise in rhabdomyolysis injury recovery and litigation, a critical specialization given Leonel Bermudez’s diagnosis. Our firm has direct experience fighting specific fraternities like Kappa Sigma and addressing hazing at major universities. We understand the nuances of Greek life culture, institutional negligence, and wrongful death claims stemming from hazing.

Compassionate, Family-Focused Approach

We understand that Chattooga County families dealing with hazing trauma are in deep pain. Our approach is empathetic, warm, and parent-facing. We believe in direct communication and treating our clients like family. Our client testimonials speak volumes about our commitment: “You are FAMILY to them and they protect and fight for you as such,” as one client put it. We offer bilingual services (Se Habla Español) to ensure all families, including the Spanish-speaking community in Chattooga County, receive comprehensive support without language barriers.

Contingency Fee Basis: No Upfront Costs

We believe that no family should be prevented from seeking justice due to financial concerns. That’s why we take hazing cases on a contingency fee basis for our Chattooga County clients. You pay us absolutely nothing upfront. We only get paid if and when we win your case. This means we shoulder the financial risk, aligning our interests completely with yours and leveling the playing field against well-funded institutions. As one of our videos explains, “How Contingency Fees Work” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc), our payment is a percentage of the recovery, ensuring access to top-tier legal representation for everyone.

Proven Results and Dedication to Accountability

Our firm’s 4.9-star rating on Google with over 250 reviews reflects our consistent success and client satisfaction. We handle legal emergencies by moving FIRST, FAST, and DECISIVELY. For Chattooga County hazing victims, this means building cases with expert witnesses, immediately preserving evidence (like texts, photos, and medical records), and negotiating from a position of strength, armed with the knowledge that we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing case ourselves. We position ourselves not just as lawyers but as partners in your fight for justice. From Mr. Manginello’s background as a Hall of Fame athlete and youth coach, he understands team dynamics and the environments where hazing often occurs, giving him unique insight into these cases.

We are not afraid to take on fraternities, universities, and insurance companies. If they try to silence Chattooga County hazing victims, we take it to court. Our commitment is to ensure that your child is seen as a person, not a paycheck, and that justice prevails.

What to Do Right Now: Actionable Guidance for Chattooga County Families

If your child in Chattooga County has been a victim of hazing, the moments immediately following the incident are critical. While the emotional turmoil can be overwhelming, quick and decisive action is vital to protecting their rights and building a strong legal case. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Seek Immediate Medical Attention: Your child’s health is the absolute priority. If they are injured, unwell, or showing any symptoms of physical or psychological distress, get them to a doctor or emergency room immediately. Even if injuries seem minor, medical evaluation creates an official record. Be sure to explain fully how the injuries occurred to the medical staff. Document all visits, diagnoses, and treatments. As our video “Why Seeing a Doctor Right After an Accident Is Critical” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_n8D_x_dJ70) emphasizes, delays in treatment can be used by defense attorneys to argue that injuries were not severe.
2. Preserve All Evidence: Hazing cases often depend on a paper trail, digital records, and witness accounts.
   • Medical Records: Obtain copies of all hospital records, emergency room visits, doctor’s notes, medical bills, and records from any therapy or counseling sessions.
   • Photos/Videos: Keep all photos or videos of injuries, hazing activities (if any exist), and the locations where hazing occurred. Our attorneys highlight the importance of “Using Your Phone to Document Evidence” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs).
   • Communications: Crucially, save every text message, GroupMe chat, Snapchat, Instagram DM, email, or any other digital communication related to the hazing. Do NOT delete anything, as this could be considered destruction of evidence.
   • Witness Information: Collect names, phone numbers, and any other contact details for other pledges, witnesses, or anyone who might have knowledge of the hazing.
   • Documents: Retain any pledge manuals, schedules, rules, or agreements given to your child by the organization or its members.
   • Financial Records: Keep track of all medical bills, lost wages due to time off work or school, tuition payments, and any other financial losses incurred.
   • Academic Records: Note any impact on grades, enrollment status, or scholarships.
3. Do NOT Communicate with the Organization or University Alone: Do not let your child, or yourself, speak with fraternity/sorority leadership, university officials (including Greek life advisors or Title IX coordinators), or their lawyers without first consulting with our firm. They are not on your side; their priority is to protect the institution. Any statements made can be used against your child. As our video “Never Talk to the Insurance Company After an Accident” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8B2X8X3Y6M) advises, let your attorney handle all communications.
4. Do NOT Post on Social Media: Avoid posting anything about the incident on social media. This includes photos, comments, or even updates about your child’s well-being. Defense attorneys scour social media for anything that can undermine a claim. Our video “Don’t Post on Social Media After an Accident” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8gT1fV8T58) illustrates this critical point.
5. Contact Attorney911 Immediately: Time is of the essence. In most states, including Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is typically two years from the date of injury. Waiting too long can lead to evidence disappearing, witnesses forgetting details, and your child’s legal rights expiring. Our firm provides free, confidential consultations 24/7. Call us at 1-888-ATTY-911, or email ralph@atty911.com. We can offer video consultations for families in Chattooga County who may not be able to travel, and we are willing to travel to Chattooga County as needed for depositions, meetings, or trial.

For other students who witnessed or were involved in the UH Pi Kappa Phi hazing: We know there are more victims. Leonel was not the only one. Another pledge collapsed on October 15, and others endured similar horrors. You have rights, and we can represent you. As Mr. Peña emphasized, “Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.” Call us; let’s bring justice for all.

Contact Us: Your Alliance in the Fight Against Hazing

If your family in Chattooga County is reeling from the trauma of a hazing incident, you are not alone. Our firm, Attorney911, is your unwavering ally in this fight. We are relentless, experienced, and deeply committed to securing justice for victims and their families. We’ve proven our mettle by filing a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston, and we bring that same aggressive, compassionate advocacy to each and every case, including yours in Chattooga County.

Do not let fear, uncertainty, or the daunting reputation of powerful institutions prevent you from seeking the justice you deserve. The time to act is now.

🚨 Chattooga County Families: Have You or Your Child Been Hazed?

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Our attorneys are currently representing a hazing victim against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston in a $10 MILLION lawsuit. We know how to build these cases. We know how to hold institutions accountable. We know how to WIN. Chattooga County families get the same aggressive representation.

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Why Choose Attorney911 for Your Chattooga County Hazing Case?

• Proven Experience: With over 25 years of courtroom experience, including high-stakes litigation against major corporations, Ralph Manginello brings unparalleled expertise to your case. Lupe Peña’s background as a former insurance defense attorney offers critical insider knowledge of how the other side will strategize.
• Nationwide Reach: While our headquarters are in Houston, our federal court admissions and dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) empower us to represent hazing victims across America, including Chattooga County. We regularly utilize video consultations and are fully prepared to travel to Chattooga County for depositions, client meetings, and trials when necessary.
• Specialized Focus: Unlike general personal injury firms, we have a specialized focus on hazing litigation, understanding the unique legal challenges, emotional complexities, and necessary strategies to succeed in these cases. Our direct experience with cases involving rhabdomyolysis and institutional negligence sets us apart.
• No Financial Barrier: Our contingency fee structure means you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you. This allows Chattooga County families to access top-tier legal representation without added financial stress.
• Genuine Compassion: We treat our clients like family. We understand the profound impact hazing has, and we are committed to providing compassionate yet aggressive representation every step of the way. Our bilingual staff (Se Habla Español) ensures that language is never a barrier to justice.

We Serve Chattooga County Hazing Victims — And Hazing Victims Nationwide

Hazing is not limited by geography, nor is the pursuit of justice. Whether your child attends a university in Georgia, such as Georgia Tech, the University of Georgia, Kennesaw State University, or goes out of state to a mega-campus like Texas A&M, LSU, or Penn State, the risks and legal remedies remain. The same national fraternities (like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, and Beta Theta Pi) with documented histories of hazing operate chapters that your child might encounter. We represent victims of hazing in a variety of contexts, not just fraternities:

• Fraternities and sororities at universities and colleges across the country.
• Sports teams, including high school, collegiate, and club sports.
• Marching bands and other performance groups.
• ROTC programs and military academies.
• Any club or organization that uses abuse as an “initiation” rite.

To Other Victims of the UH Pi Kappa Phi Hazing:

We know Leonel Bermudez was not the only one. Others endured similar waterboarding, forced eating, extreme physical punishment, and psychological abuse. Another pledge even lost consciousness. If you or someone you know was part of this chapter’s hazing, you have rights. Contact us. “Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today for your free and confidential consultation. Let us fight for the justice your family deserves and help ensure that no other student in Chattooga County or beyond suffers this preventable trauma. Your call can make all the difference.