🚨 Hazing Victims in Fayette County, Iowa: You Are Not Alone
If you or your child has been hazed at Upper Iowa University, Wartburg College, or any school in Fayette County, Iowa — we can help.
At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to hold fraternities, sororities, and universities accountable — no matter where the hazing occurred.
Fayette County families: You deserve the same aggressive representation we’re bringing to Texas. We will travel to Fayette County for your case.
📞 Call Now for a Free, Confidential Consultation
1-888-ATTY-911
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🔥 This Is Happening in Fayette County Too
Hazing isn’t just a problem in Houston or at big universities. It happens right here in Fayette County, Iowa — at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Wartburg College in Waverly, and other schools across Northeast Iowa.
The same national fraternities and sororities that waterboarded our client in Texas have active chapters in Fayette County. The same culture of abuse, the same “traditions” of torture, the same negligence by university administrators — it’s happening to Iowa students too.
If your child has been:
- Forced to drink alcohol until vomiting or passing out
- Physically abused or paddled
- Forced to exercise until collapse
- Waterboarded or subjected to simulated drowning
- Humiliated, degraded, or psychologically tortured
- Hospitalized from hazing
You have legal rights. And we can help.
⚖️ What We’re Fighting Right Now — The Same Fight We’ll Bring to Fayette County
Our attorneys are currently representing Leonel Bermudez in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. Here’s what happened to him — and what’s happening to students in Fayette County too:
The Hazing That Hospitalized Our Client:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning, a form of torture
- Forced to do 500 squats, 100 pushups, bear crawls, and 100-yard crawls — until his muscles broke down
- Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault with weapons
- Forced to eat milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting — then forced to keep running
- Another pledge collapsed unconscious — they kept going
- Result: Rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure — 4 days in the hospital
Why This Matters to Fayette County Families:
- Pi Kappa Phi operates chapters across Iowa — including near Fayette County.
- The same national fraternities with hazing deaths on their record are active in Iowa.
- Universities in Iowa have the same duty to protect students — and the same liability when they fail.
- We are fighting this battle RIGHT NOW — and we will fight for Fayette County victims too.
🏛️ Hazing in Fayette County: What You Need to Know
1. Hazing Is Illegal in Iowa
Iowa Code § 708.10 makes hazing a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and a $2,560 fine. If hazing causes serious injury or death, the penalties increase.
Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Iowa law says it doesn’t matter.
2. Universities in Fayette County Are Liable
Upper Iowa University, Wartburg College, and other schools in Fayette County have a legal duty to protect students from hazing. When they fail, they can be held accountable in civil court.
This includes:
- Premises liability — if hazing happens on university property
- Negligent supervision — if the university knew or should have known about hazing
- Failure to report — Iowa law requires universities to report hazing incidents
3. National Fraternities Have Deep Pockets
The national organizations behind fraternities and sororities have millions of dollars in assets and insurance policies. They can — and should — pay when their chapters harm students.
We know how to pursue them. We’re doing it right now in our $10 million case.
4. You Have a Limited Time to Act
Iowa’s statute of limitations for personal injury cases is 2 years. If you wait too long, you lose your right to sue.
Evidence disappears fast:
- Text messages get deleted
- Social media posts get taken down
- Witnesses forget details
- Universities destroy records
Don’t wait. Call us today.
💔 What Hazing Does to Fayette County Students
Hazing isn’t “harmless fun.” It’s abuse. It leaves lasting scars — physically, emotionally, and academically.
Physical Injuries:
- Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) — can cause kidney failure and death
- Alcohol poisoning — can be fatal
- Broken bones, burns, concussions — from physical abuse
- Hypothermia or heat stroke — from forced exposure
- Internal injuries — from forced consumption
Psychological Trauma:
- PTSD — from waterboarding, paddling, or other abuse
- Anxiety and depression — from humiliation and fear
- Suicidal thoughts — hazing victims are at higher risk
- Trust issues — difficulty forming relationships after betrayal
Academic and Financial Consequences:
- Dropping out of school — hazing disrupts education
- Lost scholarships — academic performance suffers
- Medical bills — thousands of dollars in treatment costs
- Future earning potential — injuries can limit career options
Fayette County families: Your child didn’t deserve this. But you can fight back.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Fayette County
Step 1: Get Medical Attention
- If your child is injured, go to the emergency room immediately.
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
- Document everything — medical records are critical evidence.
Step 2: Preserve Evidence
Do NOT delete anything. Save:
- Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs — anything about hazing
- Photos or videos of injuries or hazing activities
- Names and contact information of witnesses
- Any documents from the fraternity/sorority (pledge manuals, schedules, etc.)
Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- Do NOT confront the fraternity/sorority leadership.
- Do NOT give a statement to the university without legal counsel.
- Do NOT sign anything from the organization or their lawyers.
They will try to control the narrative. Don’t let them.
Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately
1-888-ATTY-911
We will:
- Protect your rights — no one can intimidate you with our team behind you
- Preserve evidence — we’ll make sure nothing is lost or destroyed
- Handle all communications — you won’t have to talk to the fraternity, the university, or their lawyers
- Fight for maximum compensation — medical bills, pain and suffering, punitive damages
🏆 Why Fayette 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. We know how to win these cases.
2. We Have the Experience
- 25+ years of litigation experience (Ralph Manginello)
- Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how the other side thinks
- Federal court admission — we can pursue your case in federal court if needed
- Dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) — we can handle cases nationwide
3. We Understand Hazing
- Rhabdomyolysis case experience — the same medical condition our client suffered
- Kappa Sigma fraternity litigation — we’ve handled hazing cases before
- University accountability — we know how to hold institutions responsible
4. We Travel to Fayette County
We are based in Texas, but we will come to Fayette County for your case. We’ll travel for:
- Depositions
- Client meetings
- Court appearances
- Trials
Distance is not a barrier to justice.
5. We Work on Contingency — $0 Upfront
- You pay nothing to hire us.
- We only get paid if we win your case.
- No hidden fees, no surprises.
Fayette County families: You can afford to fight back.
6. We Speak Spanish — Se Habla Español
Many hazing victims in Fayette County come from Hispanic families. We provide full legal services in Spanish, including:
- Consultations
- Case updates
- Document translation
- Courtroom interpretation
No language barriers to justice.
7. We Treat You Like Family
We understand the emotional toll hazing takes on families. We will:
- Listen to your story — with compassion and respect
- Keep you informed — every step of the way
- Fight for your child — like they were our own
💰 What Your Fayette County Hazing Case Is Worth
Every case is different, but hazing victims can recover significant compensation, including:
Economic Damages:
- Medical bills — past and future
- Lost wages — if your child missed work or internships
- Educational costs — tuition, fees, lost scholarships
- Rehabilitation expenses — physical therapy, counseling
Non-Economic Damages:
- Pain and suffering — physical and emotional
- Mental anguish — PTSD, anxiety, depression
- Loss of enjoyment of life — impact on college experience
- Disfigurement — scars, permanent injuries
Punitive Damages:
- To punish the organization for egregious conduct
- To deter future hazing — send a message that this won’t be tolerated
Recent hazing cases have resulted in:
- $6.1 million jury verdict (Maxwell Gruver, LSU)
- $10.1 million settlement (Stone Foltz, BGSU)
- $110+ million settlement (Timothy Piazza, Penn State)
Fayette County families: Your case could be worth millions.
⏳ Fayette County Families: Time Is Running Out
Iowa’s statute of limitations for personal injury cases is 2 years. If you wait too long, you lose your right to sue forever.
Evidence disappears quickly:
- Text messages get deleted
- Social media posts get removed
- Witnesses forget details
- Universities destroy records
The sooner you act, the stronger your case.
📞 Call Attorney 911 Today
1-888-ATTY-911
Available 24/7 — Se habla español
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We will travel to Fayette County for your case. Distance is not a barrier to justice.
🔥 Fayette County: Enough Is Enough
Hazing has no place in Fayette County. It has no place at Upper Iowa University. It has no place at Wartburg College. It has no place anywhere.
If your child has been hazed, we will fight for you. We will hold the fraternities, sororities, and universities accountable. We will make sure this never happens to another Fayette County family.
You are not alone. We are here to help.
Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now.
