Hazing Victim Legal Support in Clay County, Kansas

You Are Not Alone. We Are Fighting for Justice – Right Now.

Clay County families: If your child has been hazed at a college, university, fraternity, sorority, or student organization near Clay County, you need to know the truth. Hazing isn’t “tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. And it’s illegal.

At Attorney 911, we are actively litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This isn’t just happening in Texas—it’s happening at universities near Clay County too.

The same fraternities. The same negligence. The same culture of abuse.

And we will fight for Clay County victims with the same relentless advocacy we’re bringing to this landmark case.

🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Clay County & Beyond

What Is Hazing?

Hazing is any intentional, reckless, or negligent act that endangers the mental or physical health of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in an organization.

This includes:

• Physical abuse: Beatings, paddling, forced exercise to exhaustion
• Forced consumption: Alcohol, food, or substances to the point of vomiting or injury
• Psychological torture: Waterboarding, sleep deprivation, humiliation
• Sexual abuse: Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
• Dangerous activities: Extreme physical exertion leading to rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, or death

Hazing Is Not “Tradition” – It’s a Crime

Under Kansas law, hazing is a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the severity of harm. But criminal charges are just one part of the story.

You can also sue for:

• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Lost wages
• Punitive damages

And institutions can be held liable too—universities, national fraternities, housing corporations, and individual members.

💰 We Are Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit – Right Now

The Case That Proves Hazing Happens Everywhere – Including Near Clay County

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (not a UH student yet – a “ghost rush” expected to transfer)
Fraternity: Pi Kappa Phi (Beta Nu Chapter at University of Houston)
University: University of Houston (owned the fraternity house where hazing occurred)
What Happened:

• Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
• Forced to do 500 squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls, and 100-yard crawls until he collapsed
• Struck with wooden paddles
• Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to lie in vomit-soaked grass
• Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure

The Result:

• Pi Kappa Phi immediately closed the chapter (but said they “look forward to returning”)
• University of Houston called the conduct “deeply disturbing”
• We filed a $10 million lawsuit – and we’re not backing down

Why This Matters to Clay County Families:

• Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters nationwide – including near Clay County
• The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client happen at Clay County universities
• Universities near Clay County have the same duty to protect students – and the same liability when they fail

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Clay County Hazing Victim

Kansas Hazing Laws – What You Need to Know

Under Kansas Statutes § 21-5418, hazing is defined as:

“Any activity which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into, or affiliation with, any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary educational institution.”

Penalties in Kansas:

• Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months in jail, $1,000 fine)
• Class A misdemeanor if serious bodily injury occurs (up to 1 year in jail, $2,500 fine)
• Felony if death results

But criminal charges aren’t enough. Victims and families can also sue for civil damages – and that’s where we come in.

Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Clay County?

Clay County families: Even if the hazing didn’t happen in Kansas, we can still sue if the fraternity, university, or nationals have ties to the state.

🏆 Proven Results: Multi-Million Dollar Hazing Settlements & Verdicts

Hazing cases win big – and we know how to make institutions pay.

Clay County families: These same results are possible for you. We are fighting this fight right now – and we will fight for you too.

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

Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked – some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) may not show symptoms right away
• Keep all medical records – they are critical evidence

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence
• Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, emails)
• Write down everything that happened while it’s fresh in your mind
• Get witness names and contact info

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization or Their Lawyers

• They will try to control the narrative – don’t give statements without legal counsel
• They may offer a quick settlement – it will be far less than you deserve
• Do not sign anything without consulting an attorney

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

• Free, confidential consultation – we’ll evaluate your case
• No upfront costs – we work on contingency (you pay nothing unless we win)
• We come to Clay County – for depositions, meetings, and trials

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

🔍 Why Clay County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We Are Actively Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Case – Right Now

• We know how to build these cases because we’re already doing it
• We understand the fraternity culture, university negligence, and legal strategies that win

2. We Are Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook

• Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena used to defend insurance companies
• We know exactly how they try to minimize claims – and how to counter them

3. We Have Federal Court Authority – We Can Sue Anywhere

• Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
• Can pursue cases nationwide – including Clay County and beyond

4. We Are Bilingual – Se Habla Español

• Many hazing victims are international students or from immigrant families
• We provide full legal support in both English and Spanish

5. We Work on Contingency – No Upfront Costs

• You pay nothing unless we win
• No hourly fees, no retainers
• We take the risk so you can get justice

6. We Have a Proven Track Record of Multi-Million Dollar Results

• BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience)
• $10+ million hazing lawsuit pending
• Hundreds of personal injury cases won

🎯 What We Can Do for Clay County Hazing Victims

1. Hold the Fraternity Accountable

• National organizations have deep pockets – we know how to access their insurance and assets
• Individual members can be sued personally – we’ll pursue every liable party

2. Sue the University for Negligence

• Universities near Clay County have a duty to protect students
• If they knew about hazing and did nothing, they’re liable
• UH owned the fraternity house where our client was tortured – and they’re being sued for millions

3. Demand Maximum Compensation

• Medical bills (past and future)
• Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
• Lost wages (if the victim had to miss work or school)
• Punitive damages (to punish the organization and prevent future hazing)

4. Prevent Future Hazing

• Our lawsuits send a message – fraternities and universities will think twice before hazing again
• We work with legislators to strengthen anti-hazing laws

💬 What Clay County Families Are Saying About Attorney 911

“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” – Dame Haskett

“One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello and they said that they would take it. And in the next few months, I got a call to pick up this handsome check.” – Donald Wilcox

“The Manginello Law Firm treated me with honesty and respect from the very beginning. I was able to trust the firm to advocate for me.” – Debra Cambric-Chisolm

“If you’re ever in a car accident, I highly recommend you give them a call 10/10. The staff provides great customer service and show they are a firm that cares about their clients!” – Devin Hebert

Clay County families: When you work with us, you’re not just a case – you’re family.

📍 How We Serve Clay County Hazing Victims

Even though we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we represent hazing victims nationwide – including in Clay County, Kansas.

How We Work With Clay County Families:

✅ Free video consultations – meet with us remotely
✅ Travel to Clay County – for depositions, meetings, and trials
✅ Handle all communications – with fraternities, universities, and insurance companies
✅ Fight aggressively – we don’t back down from powerful institutions

Distance is not a barrier to justice.

🚨 Clay County Parents: This Could Be Your Child Next

Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters nationwide – including near Clay County.

The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client exist at Clay County universities.

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near Clay County, they face the same risks.

Warning Signs of Hazing:

• Sudden secrecy about activities
• Unexplained injuries (bruises, cuts, exhaustion)
• Changes in behavior (anxiety, depression, withdrawal)
• Sleep deprivation (always tired, falling asleep in class)
• Forced consumption of alcohol or food
• Humiliation rituals (wearing embarrassing outfits, carrying objects)

If you suspect hazing, act immediately.

📞 Contact Attorney 911 Today – Free Consultation

Clay County families: If your child has been hazed, you have legal rights. We will fight for you.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com

Free consultation. No upfront costs. We don’t get paid unless you win.

🔥 The Time to Act Is Now

• Evidence disappears – texts, photos, and witness memories fade
• Statutes of limitations expire – in Kansas, you typically have 2 years to sue
• Institutions will try to silence you – don’t let them

Clay County families: You trusted these organizations to keep your child safe. They failed.

Now it’s time to hold them accountable.

Call us today. Let’s fight back together.