🛡️ Hazing Victim Legal Representation in Geary County, Kansas
Geary County Families: Your Child Deserves Justice
Hazing is not tradition. It’s not bonding. It’s not “boys being boys.”
It’s abuse. It’s torture. It’s reckless endangerment—and it’s happening right here in Geary County, Kansas, and at colleges across America.
At Attorney 911, we’re fighting this battle right now in Texas with a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. A fraternity pledge was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles—until he collapsed with kidney failure. He spent four days in the hospital, fighting for his life.
The same thing could happen to your child in Geary County.
The same fraternities operate at universities near Geary County. The same hazing “traditions” exist. The same negligence from universities and national organizations allows it to continue.
You don’t have to accept this. You don’t have to stay silent. And you don’t have to fight alone.
We serve Geary County families from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, with federal court authority and 25+ years of litigation experience. We will travel to Geary County for depositions, meetings, and trials. We offer free consultations—and we work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless we win.
🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Geary County & Beyond
What Hazing Really Looks Like in Kansas
Hazing isn’t just “a few pushups” or “a little drinking.” It’s systematic abuse disguised as initiation. In our current case, we’ve documented:
✅ Waterboarding with a garden hose – Simulated drowning, a form of torture recognized by the U.S. government
✅ Forced consumption until vomiting – Milk, hot dogs, peppercorns—then forced to keep running
✅ Extreme physical punishment – 500 squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls, 100-yard crawls until muscles break down
✅ Wooden paddles – Beating pledges as “discipline”
✅ Sleep deprivation – Forced to drive fraternity members at all hours, leading to exhaustion
✅ Psychological torture – Carrying sexual objects, being hog-tied, threats of expulsion
This is what’s happening at fraternities, sororities, sports teams, and student organizations near Geary County—and it’s happening to your children.
The Medical Reality: Hazing Kills & Maims
Our client suffered rhabdomyolysis—a life-threatening condition where muscle breakdown releases toxins into the bloodstream, causing kidney failure. He was hospitalized for four days, unable to walk, in severe pain.
Hazing doesn’t just cause bruises. It causes:
- Alcohol poisoning (BAC levels 6x the legal limit have killed students)
- Traumatic brain injury (from beatings or falls)
- Heat stroke or hypothermia (from forced exposure)
- Cardiac arrest (from extreme physical exertion)
- Sexual assault (from forced nudity or worse)
- Suicide (from psychological trauma)
And if your child dies?
- The fraternity will call it a “tragic accident.”
- The university will say they’re “shocked.”
- The national organization will “suspend” the chapter and plan their comeback.
We won’t let them get away with it.
⚖️ Your Legal Rights in Geary County, Kansas
Kansas Hazing Laws: What You Need to Know
Kansas has strong anti-hazing laws under K.S.A. 21-5414, making hazing a Class B misdemeanor—and a felony if it causes great bodily harm or death.
Key Provisions:
- Consent is NOT a defense – Even if your child “agreed” to participate, it doesn’t matter.
- Universities can be held liable – If they knew or should have known about hazing.
- Individuals face criminal charges – Up to 1 year in jail for misdemeanor hazing, felony charges for serious injury or death.
- Civil lawsuits are allowed – You can sue for medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.
Geary County families have the same rights as Texas families. We will fight for you.
Who Can Be Held Liable in Geary County Hazing Cases?
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture |
| University/Nearby College | Owned property; failed to prevent hazing |
| Chapter Officers (President, Pledgemaster) | Leadership responsibility; directed activities |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing at their homes |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability |
We sue EVERYONE responsible.
💰 Proven Results: Multi-Million Dollar Hazing Settlements
Hazing cases win big—because juries understand the severity of the abuse. Here’s what we’ve seen nationwide:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | $10.1 Million (settlement) |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | $6.1 Million (jury verdict) |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | $110+ Million (estimated settlement) |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Confidential settlement (same fraternity as our current case) |
| Adam Oakes | Virginia Commonwealth | Delta Chi | $4+ Million (settlement) |
These aren’t just numbers. They’re messages.
A $10 million verdict tells every fraternity in Geary County: “If you haze, you will pay.”
🏢 Who We Are: Geary County’s Hazing Litigation Experts
Why Geary County Families Choose Attorney 911
✅ 25+ Years of Litigation Experience – We’ve taken on insurance companies, universities, and national organizations—and won.
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We know their playbook. Now we use it against them.
✅ Federal Court Authority – We can pursue Geary County cases in federal jurisdiction when needed.
✅ Dual-State Bar Admission (Texas & New York) – Strategic advantage for cases involving national fraternities/sororities.
✅ Se Habla Español – Bilingual representation for Spanish-speaking families in Geary County.
✅ Contingency Fee Representation – $0 upfront. You pay nothing unless we win.
We don’t just talk about hazing. We’re fighting it right now.
Meet Your Attorneys
Ralph P. Manginello – Managing Partner
- 25+ years of trial experience
- Former insurance defense attorney – Knows how to dismantle their defenses
- Federal court admission – Can pursue Geary County cases in federal court
- Currently litigating a $10M hazing case against Pi Kappa Phi and UH
- Father of three – Understands what’s at stake when a child is harmed
What Ralph Says About Hazing:
“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.”
Lupe Eleno Peña – Associate Attorney
- 12+ years of litigation experience
- Former national defense firm attorney – Worked at Litchfield Cavo, a top insurance defense firm
- Federal court admission – Can pursue Geary County cases in federal court
- Fluent in Spanish – Can serve Geary County Hispanic families without language barriers
- Wrongful death and catastrophic injury expertise – Knows how to maximize compensation
What Lupe Says About Hazing:
“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”
📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Geary County
Step-by-Step Action Guide
1️⃣ GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY
- Even if injuries seem minor, document everything.
- Rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, and brain injuries can have delayed symptoms.
- Medical records are critical evidence.
2️⃣ PRESERVE ALL EVIDENCE
- Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any items used (paddles, hoses, alcohol bottles).
- Save all communications – texts, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, emails.
- Get witness names and contact info – other pledges, bystanders.
- Do NOT delete anything – even if it seems embarrassing.
3️⃣ DO NOT TALK TO THE FRATERNITY/SORORITY OR UNIVERSITY WITHOUT A LAWYER
- They will try to control the narrative.
- They will minimize the abuse.
- They will pressure you to stay silent.
- Anything you say can be used against you.
4️⃣ DO NOT POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA
- Insurance companies and fraternities monitor social media.
- A single post saying “I’m fine” can be used to deny your claim.
- Stay quiet until your case is resolved.
5️⃣ CONTACT A HAZING ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY
- Statute of limitations in Kansas: 2 years (but evidence disappears fast).
- We offer free consultations – no obligation.
- We work on contingency – no upfront costs.
📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7) or email ralph@atty911.com
🎯 Why Geary County Families Need Us Now
The Clock Is Ticking
- 2-year statute of limitations in Kansas for personal injury cases.
- Evidence disappears – fraternities delete messages, destroy records, intimidate witnesses.
- Universities cover up – they’ll claim they “didn’t know” and try to silence victims.
We act fast to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
We Come to Geary County
- Free consultations – in person or via video.
- Depositions and meetings – we travel to Geary County as needed.
- Trial representation – if necessary, we’ll be there.
Distance is not a barrier to justice.
We Fight for Maximum Compensation
We pursue every possible defendant and every possible damage category, including:
- Medical bills (past, present, and future)
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
- Lost wages (if your child had to miss work or school)
- Punitive damages (to punish the fraternity and prevent future hazing)
- Wrongful death damages (if hazing resulted in death)
🔥 Our Message to Geary County Fraternities & Universities
To the fraternities operating near Geary County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and all national organizations:
If your chapters are hazing students in Geary County, we will pursue every liable entity. We already shut down the Beta Nu chapter at UH. Your chapter could be next.
To Kansas State University, Fort Hays State University, and other institutions near Geary County:
The same institutional negligence that made University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now or face the same accountability.
📢 Geary County Families: It’s Time to Fight Back
You sent your child to college to learn, to grow, to be safe.
Instead, they were tortured, humiliated, and hospitalized—all in the name of “tradition.”
This ends now.
We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña. And we are coming for every institution, every fraternity, every individual who thinks they can abuse our children and walk away.
📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7) for a Free Consultation
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve Geary County, Kansas, and nationwide. We fight for hazing victims. And we don’t stop until justice is served.
🚨 IMMEDIATE HELP FOR GEARY COUNTY HAZING VICTIMS
AGGRESSIVE REPRESENTATION. PROVEN RESULTS. JUSTICE FOR YOUR CHILD.
📍 Serving Geary County from Houston, Austin, and Beaumont
⚖️ Federal Court Authority | 🌐 Nationwide Representation | 💬 Se Habla Español
