Hazing Lawyers Serving Darlington County, SC – Attorney 911

Darlington County Families: You Are Not Alone

Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s not “brotherhood.” It’s not “just part of the process.” It is abuse. It is assault. And it is illegal.

If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization in Darlington County, South Carolina, you have legal rights. At Attorney 911, we are fighting this battle right now—and we will fight for Darlington County families with the same relentless determination.

This Is Happening in Darlington County Too

The same fraternities involved in hazing deaths and hospitalizations nationwide—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi—have active chapters at universities near Darlington County. The same dangerous “traditions” that sent our client to the hospital with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure exist right here in South Carolina.

If your child was forced to endure:
✔ Physical abuse (beating, paddling, extreme exercise)
✔ Forced consumption (alcohol, food, or other substances)
✔ Waterboarding or simulated drowning
✔ Sleep deprivation or exhaustion
✔ Psychological torture or humiliation
✔ Sexual harassment or assault

We can help.

Why Darlington County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We Are Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for a student hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles.

This is not theoretical. This is happening now. And we will bring the same aggressive representation to Darlington County families.

2. We Know How to Win Against Powerful Institutions

Universities and national fraternities have teams of lawyers working to minimize your claim. They will argue:

• “It was just tradition.”
• “He consented to participate.”
• “It wasn’t that bad.”
• “No one meant to hurt him.”

We know how to fight back.

Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are former insurance defense lawyers—we know their playbook. We’ve taken on BP after the Texas City explosion, secured multi-million-dollar settlements, and won cases where others said we couldn’t.

3. We Serve Darlington County – No Matter Where You Are

While we are based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including Darlington County, SC.

• Federal court authority – We can pursue your case in federal court.
• Dual-state bar licenses – Texas and New York.
• Video consultations – Meet with us remotely.
• We travel to Darlington County – For depositions, trials, and client meetings.

Distance is not a barrier to justice.

4. No Upfront Costs – We Only Get Paid If You Win

We understand that the trauma of hazing leaves families financially strained. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

5. We Speak Spanish – Se Habla Español

Many hazing victims and their families are Spanish-speaking. We provide bilingual legal services to ensure no language barriers stand in the way of justice.

What Happens If Your Child Was Hazed in Darlington County?

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

Even if injuries seem minor, seek medical attention right away. Some conditions, like rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), may not show symptoms immediately but can lead to kidney failure or death.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

✅ Photos/Videos – Injuries, hazing locations, any physical evidence.
✅ Texts/Group Chats – Save all messages about hazing (do NOT delete anything).
✅ Medical Records – Hospital visits, doctor’s notes, therapy records.
✅ Witnesses – Get names and contact info of anyone who saw the hazing.
✅ Fraternity/Sorority Documents – Pledge manuals, schedules, rules.

Do NOT:
❌ Talk to the fraternity, sorority, or university without an attorney.
❌ Post about the incident on social media.
❌ Sign anything from the organization.
❌ Wait—evidence disappears quickly.

Step 3: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

Time is critical. South Carolina has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, but evidence disappears fast.

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

We offer free, confidential consultations for Darlington County families.

Who Is Liable for Hazing in Darlington County?

Hazing cases involve multiple defendants—each with deep pockets and insurance policies. We pursue everyone responsible:

We don’t just sue broke college students—we go after the institutions with money.

What Compensation Can Darlington County Families Recover?

Hazing victims and their families may be entitled to:

Precedent Cases Show Hazing Victims Can Win Millions:

• $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)

Our $10 million demand in the current Pi Kappa Phi case is in line with these verdicts.

Darlington County Universities & Greek Life – We Are Watching

Universities Near Darlington County with Greek Life:

• Francis Marion University (Florence, SC)
• Coastal Carolina University (Conway, SC)
• University of South Carolina (Columbia, SC)
• Clemson University (Clemson, SC)

Fraternities with Hazing Histories Near Darlington County:

• Pi Kappa Phi – Multiple hazing incidents nationwide, including our current $10M lawsuit.
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) – Chemical burns case at Texas A&M; multiple deaths.
• Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) – $10M settlement in Stone Foltz case.
• Phi Delta Theta – $6.1M verdict in Maxwell Gruver case.
• Beta Theta Pi – $110M+ settlement in Timothy Piazza case.

To Fraternities Operating Near Darlington County:
We know your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your hazing histories. If your chapter harms a student in Darlington County, we will hold you accountable.

Darlington County Parents: Know the Warning Signs of Hazing

Hazing is often hidden, but there are red flags:

⚠ Physical Signs:

• Unexplained bruises, cuts, or burns.
• Extreme fatigue or difficulty walking.
• Sudden weight loss or gain.
• Signs of alcohol poisoning (vomiting, confusion, passing out).

⚠ Behavioral Signs:

• Withdrawal from friends/family.
• Anxiety, depression, or mood swings.
• Fear of talking about fraternity/sorority activities.
• Sudden drop in academic performance.
• Avoiding certain people or places.

⚠ Environmental Signs:

• Late-night meetings or activities.
• Forced participation in physical challenges.
• Being required to carry strange objects.
• Being called derogatory names.

If you suspect hazing, act immediately.

Darlington County Families: We Are Here to Help

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed:

1. Get medical help – Even if injuries seem minor.
2. Preserve evidence – Photos, texts, medical records.
3. Do NOT talk to the fraternity/sorority or university without an attorney.
4. Call Attorney 911 immediately – 1-888-ATTY-911.

What We Will Do for You:

✔ Investigate immediately – Gather evidence before it disappears.
✔ File the lawsuit – Before the statute of limitations expires.
✔ Sue everyone responsible – Chapter, nationals, university, individuals.
✔ Negotiate aggressively – Demand maximum compensation.
✔ Take it to trial if needed – We are not afraid to fight in court.

Darlington County Hazing Victims: Your Voice Matters

Hazing thrives in silence. Speaking out saves lives.

Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is fearful of retribution—but his bravery may prevent another student from being hazed. Your child’s case could do the same for Darlington County families.

You Have the Power to Stop This.

Call us today for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We don’t get paid unless you win. Let’s fight for justice together.

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