Hazing Victim Legal Support in Flagler County, Florida

You Are Not Alone. We Are Fighting for Justice.

Flagler County families trust their children to local colleges and universities, expecting them to be safe. But when hazing turns violent, the consequences can be devastating—hospitalization, permanent injuries, or even death. If your child has been a victim of hazing in Flagler County or at nearby institutions, Attorney 911 is here to help.

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston, where a student was waterboarded, forced into extreme physical punishment, and hospitalized with kidney failure. The same fraternities operate at universities near Flagler County, and the same negligence exists here. We will fight for Flagler County families with the same aggression we’re bringing to this case.

🚨 This Is Happening in Flagler County Too

Hazing isn’t just a problem in Texas—it’s happening right here in Florida. National fraternities like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and others have active chapters at universities near Flagler County, including:

• University of North Florida (UNF) – Jacksonville
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach
• Stetson University – DeLand
• University of Florida (UF) – Gainesville
• Florida State University (FSU) – Tallahassee

These organizations have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries nationwide. They will pay for what they’ve done in Flagler County too.

💔 What Is Hazing?

Hazing is not tradition—it’s abuse. It includes:
✔ Physical abuse – Beatings, paddling, forced exercise to exhaustion
✔ Forced consumption – Alcohol, food, or substances until vomiting
✔ Psychological torture – Humiliation, sleep deprivation, threats
✔ Waterboarding/simulated drowning – As seen in our current case
✔ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
✔ Extreme servitude – Running errands, cleaning, driving members at all hours

This is not “building brotherhood.” This is assault. This is battery. This is illegal.

🏥 The Medical Consequences of Hazing

Hazing can cause life-threatening injuries, including:

• Rhabdomyolysis – Muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure (as in our current case)
• Acute kidney failure – Requires hospitalization, dialysis, or transplant
• Alcohol poisoning – Can lead to coma or death
• Traumatic brain injury – From beatings, falls, or head trauma
• Heatstroke/hypothermia – From forced exposure to extreme temperatures
• PTSD, anxiety, depression – Long-term psychological damage
• Death – Hazing has killed students nationwide

If your child was hospitalized after hazing, they deserve compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and future care.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights in Flagler County

Under Florida law, hazing is a crime—and victims have the right to sue for damages. Key legal points:
✅ Consent is NOT a defense – Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Florida law says consent doesn’t matter.
✅ Universities are liable – If the school knew or should have known about hazing, they can be held accountable.
✅ National fraternities are liable – They have deep pockets and insurance policies to cover damages.
✅ Individuals can be sued – Chapter officers, members, and alumni who participated in hazing can be held personally responsible.

We are currently suing:

• Pi Kappa Phi National (for failing to stop hazing despite prior deaths)
• The local chapter (for directly organizing the abuse)
• University of Houston (for owning the fraternity house where hazing occurred)
• Individual members (for participating in the abuse)

The same legal strategy applies to Flagler County cases.

💰 How Much Is a Hazing Case Worth?

Hazing cases can result in multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts, including:

• $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)
• $4+ million – Adam Oakes (Delta Chi, VCU)

Our current case seeks $10 million for a student hospitalized with kidney failure. Flagler County families deserve the same justice.

Damages we pursue include:
✔ Medical bills (past and future)
✔ Lost wages (if the victim missed work or school)
✔ Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
✔ Punitive damages (to punish the organization and prevent future hazing)

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

If your child has been a victim of hazing, take these steps immediately:

1️⃣ Seek Medical Attention

• Go to the ER or urgent care—even if injuries seem minor.
• Rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure (like in our case) can develop over days.
• Document everything—hospital records are critical evidence.

2️⃣ Preserve Evidence

• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any items used in hazing.
• Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, emails).
• Get witness names (other pledges, bystanders).
• Do NOT delete anything—even if it seems embarrassing.

3️⃣ Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone

• They will try to control the narrative and destroy evidence.
• Do NOT sign anything without legal counsel.
• Do NOT give recorded statements to insurance companies or administrators.

4️⃣ Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

• Time is critical—Florida has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases.
• Evidence disappears fast—witnesses forget, messages get deleted, organizations cover up.
• We offer FREE consultations—call us before you talk to anyone else.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911

Available 24/7 for Flagler County hazing emergencies.

🔥 Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Flagler County Hazing Case?

1️⃣ 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 exactly how these organizations operate—their playbooks, their insurance, their weak points.
• Flagler County families get the same aggressive representation we’re bringing to this case.

2️⃣ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

• Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña worked for insurance companies before switching sides.
• We know how they try to deny claims—and we know how to beat them.
• We’ve won millions for victims by exposing their tactics.

3️⃣ Nationwide Reach – Serving Flagler County

• While based in Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide, including Flagler County.
• Federal court authority – We can sue national fraternities in federal court.
• Dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) – Strategic advantage for multi-state cases.
• We travel to Flagler County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.

4️⃣ Proven Track Record in High-Stakes Litigation

• BP Texas City explosion litigation – Experience with complex, high-value cases.
• Multi-million-dollar settlements in personal injury and wrongful death cases.
• Former prosecutors and defense attorneys – We know how to build a winning case.

5️⃣ We Work on Contingency – $0 Upfront

• You pay NOTHING unless we win your case.
• No hourly fees, no retainers—just aggressive legal representation for Flagler County families.
• If we don’t win, you owe us nothing.

🎯 Who We Sue in Flagler County Hazing Cases

1️⃣ The Local Fraternity Chapter

• Directly responsible for organizing and conducting hazing.
• Chapter officers (president, pledgemaster) can be held personally liable.
• Individual members who participated in hazing can be sued.

2️⃣ The National Fraternity Organization

• Failed to supervise local chapters despite knowing about hazing risks.
• Deep pockets – They have insurance and assets to pay damages.
• Pattern of negligence – Many have paid millions in prior hazing settlements.

3️⃣ The University

• Owns or controls fraternity houses where hazing occurs.
• Failed to monitor Greek life despite prior hazing incidents.
• Institutional negligence – If they knew or should have known about hazing.

4️⃣ Individual Members & Alumni

• Personal liability – Anyone who participated in hazing can be sued.
• Homeowner’s insurance may cover damages.
• Alumni who host hazing can be held responsible.

📢 Our Message to Flagler County Fraternities & Universities

“We are watching. We are coming. And we will hold you accountable.”

• Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi – If your chapter operates near Flagler County, know that we have beaten you before, and we will do it again.
• University of North Florida, Embry-Riddle, Stetson, UF, FSU – If you own fraternity houses where hazing occurs, you are liable. We will sue you for negligence.
• Individual members – If you participated in hazing, you can be sued personally. Your future is at risk.

The same legal strategies that won $10+ million in other cases apply to Flagler County. Change your culture now—or we will change it for you in court.

🏆 Recent Hazing Case Victories

Our current case seeks $10 million for a student hospitalized with kidney failure. Flagler County families deserve the same justice.

📞 Flagler County Families: Call Us Now

If your child has been hazed in Flagler County or at nearby universities, you have legal rights. We are here to help.

🚨 Free Consultation – 24/7

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
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We work on contingency – $0 upfront. You pay nothing unless we win.

🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Flagler County Families

1. What qualifies as hazing in Florida?

Florida law defines hazing as any intentional, reckless, or negligent act that endangers a student’s physical or mental health for the purpose of initiation into an organization. This includes:

• Physical brutality (beatings, paddling, forced exercise)
• Forced consumption (alcohol, food, drugs)
• Sleep deprivation
• Psychological abuse (humiliation, threats)
• Sexual abuse

Even if your child “consented,” Florida law says consent is NOT a defense.

2. How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

Florida has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. This means you have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. Do not wait—evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

3. Can I sue if my child was hazed but not hospitalized?

Yes. Even if your child wasn’t hospitalized, they may have suffered:

• PTSD, anxiety, or depression (requiring therapy)
• Physical injuries (bruises, sprains, broken bones)
• Academic disruption (missed classes, failed courses)
• Emotional trauma (humiliation, fear, loss of trust)

We can pursue compensation for these damages.

4. What if the fraternity or university blames my child?

They will try to argue:

• “He consented.” → Florida law says consent is NOT a defense.
• “He could have left.” → Fear of retaliation and social pressure prevent victims from leaving.
• “It’s just tradition.” → Tradition does not justify illegal conduct.

We know how to defeat these defenses.

5. How much is my case worth?

Every case is different, but hazing lawsuits often result in multi-million-dollar settlements or verdicts, including:

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

Our current case seeks $10 million for a student hospitalized with kidney failure. Flagler County families deserve the same compensation.

6. Can I afford a lawyer?

Yes. We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning:

• $0 upfront
• No hourly fees
• We only get paid if we win your case
• If we don’t win, you owe us nothing

7. What if my child is afraid to come forward?

Many hazing victims fear retaliation, social ostracism, or losing their Greek life membership. We understand these concerns and will:

• Protect your child’s identity if needed
• Handle all communications with the fraternity and university
• Ensure their safety throughout the legal process

Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case was afraid of retribution. We protected him, and we will protect your child too.

8. What if the hazing happened off-campus?

It doesn’t matter. Hazing is illegal on or off campus, and universities can still be held liable if they knew or should have known about it.

9. Can I sue if my child was hazed at a different university?

Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including:

• University of North Florida (UNF)
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
• Stetson University
• University of Florida (UF)
• Florida State University (FSU)
• Any university near Flagler County

Distance is not a barrier. We will fight for your child no matter where the hazing occurred.

10. What should I do next?

Call us immediately. Time is critical. We will:

1. Evaluate your case for free
2. Explain your legal rights
3. Preserve evidence before it disappears
4. Handle all communications with the fraternity and university
5. Fight for maximum compensation

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | 📧 ralph@atty911.com

🚨 Flagler County Families: This Ends Now

Hazing has killed students, hospitalized victims, and destroyed lives—but it doesn’t have to continue. You have the power to stop it.

By coming forward, you protect:
✔ Your child – From further abuse
✔ Future victims – By holding organizations accountable
✔ Your community – By demanding change

We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña. And we are fighting for Flagler County families.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911

Available 24/7 – Free Consultation – $0 Upfront

You pay nothing unless we win your case.