If you’re reading this in Goochland County, your family may be facing one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child went away to college, expecting to make friends and build a future. Instead, they were subjected to abuse, humiliation, and potentially life-threatening harm in the name of “tradition.” We understand what you’re going through. We’re here to help families in Goochland County fight back against the dangerous culture of hazing that continues to plague our colleges and universities, often with devastating consequences.

We are Attorney 911, and we are actively fighting this battle right now. Our firm, led by Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña, is currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston over severe hazing allegations. This isn’t just a theoretical fight for us; it’s an ongoing, aggressive pursuit of justice. What happened in Houston is a stark warning for parents in Goochland County: hazing happens, and it can happen to your child at any institution across the country. We bring the same dedication, data-driven strategy, and fierce resolve to every family we represent, regardless of where the hazing incident occurred.

The Hazing Crisis: Why Goochland County Families Need Us

Hazing is not a harmless rite of passage. It is not “boys being boys” or “teambuilding.” Hazing is a pervasive and dangerous crisis that endangers the mental and physical health of students across America. In Goochland County, families send their children to colleges and universities, trusting that these institutions will provide a safe environment for learning and growth. That trust is often tragically betrayed.

The statistics are chilling: over half of all students in Greek organizations report experiencing hazing, and 95% of those who are hazed never report it. Since the year 2000, there has been at least one hazing death every single year in the United States. These are not isolated incidents; they are symptoms of a systemic failure by national organizations, universities, and individual members to curb dangerous initiation practices. Whether your child attends a major university like Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, James Madison University in Harrisonburg, or smaller colleges across Virginia, the same national fraternities and sororities with documented hazing histories maintain chapters there. Parents in Goochland County need to know these risks are real and present.

The Landmark Case: Atttorney 911 vs. Pi Kappa Phi & University of Houston (2025)

The case of Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc., et al. is the centerpiece of our fight against hazing, and it stands as a stark warning and a beacon of hope for families in Goochland County. This case, filed in Harris County Civil District Court in November 2025 by our attorneys Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña, is a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members. It demonstrates precisely what we are fighting against and how aggressively we pursue accountability.

What Happened to Leonel Bermudez

Leonel Bermudez was a “ghost rush,” a prospective member who wasn’t even enrolled at the University of Houston yet, though he planned to transfer for the upcoming semester. On September 16, 2025, he accepted a bid to join the Beta Nu Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. What followed was an agonizing seven weeks of systematic abuse, physical torture, and psychological torment that culminated in his hospitalization for severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure.

Here’s a glimpse into the horrific hazing Leonel endured, actions that are sadly not unique to Houston and could easily happen at institutions in or near Goochland County:

• Waterboarding: Leonel was subjected to “simulated waterboarding with a garden hose,” sprayed in the face during calisthenics. This is a form of torture, a war crime when inflicted on enemy combatants, yet it was perpetrated on a college student trying to make friends.
• Forced Eating and Vomiting: He was compelled to consume large amounts of milk, hot dogs, and even peppercorns until he vomited. Afterward, he was forced to continue running sprints in his own vomit, demonstrating a profound level of dehumanization.
• Extreme Physical Punishment: This included 100-plus pushups, 500-plus squats, high-volume “suicides” (running drills), bear crawls, wheelbarrows, “save-you-brother” drills, two-mile warmups, and repeated 100-yard crawls. He was forced to recite the fraternity creed during these activities, continuing until he was so exhausted he couldn’t stand without help. These activities directly led to his muscle breakdown and kidney failure. Alarmingly, another pledge had already lost consciousness during these workouts on October 15, and the hazing continued. The lawsuit also alleges pledges were “struck with wooden paddles.”
• Psychological Torment: Leonel was forced to carry a fanny pack containing “objects of a sexual nature” at all times. ABC13 also reported a separate incident on October 13 where another pledge was “hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth for over an hour.” These acts aim to humiliate, degrade, and break down individuals.
• Sleep Deprivation: He was forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours, contributing to severe exhaustion.

The Medical Aftermath

On November 6, 2025, after suffering for days, Leonel’s mother rushed him to the hospital. He was “passing brown urine,” a classic sign of muscle breakdown. He was diagnosed with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, spending three nights and four days hospitalized. Rhabdomyolysis is a life-threatening condition where muscle tissue breaks down, releasing damaging proteins into the bloodstream that can destroy the kidneys. Leonel still faces the ongoing risk of permanent kidney damage.

Institutional Responses and What They Mean

Within days of the hazing being reported and Leonel’s hospitalization, Pi Kappa Phi National Headquarters suspended the UH chapter. By November 14, 2025, just seven days before our lawsuit was filed, they officially closed the Beta Nu Chapter, stating it was “following violations of the Fraternity’s risk management policy and membership conduct standards.” This rapid closure demonstrates consciousness of liability and an attempt to control the narrative before litigation. Their own statement even says, “we look forward to returning to campus at the appropriate time,” showing a striking lack of remorse and a readiness to resume operations once the attention dies down.

The University of Houston’s spokesperson called the events “deeply disturbing” and representative of “a clear violation of our community standards,” noting they are conducting their own investigation “in coordination with law enforcement” and potentially pursuing “criminal charges.” While sounding concerned, this acknowledgment still comes after a student was hospitalized. KHOU 11 reported that the national organization and housing corporation allegedly “failed to enforce anti-hazing rules and policies despite knowledge of ‘a hazing crisis.'”

Why This Case Resonates with Goochland County Families

This case isn’t just about Houston; it’s a blueprint for seeking justice anywhere hazing occurs, including Goochland County.

1. Pi Kappa Phi’s National Reach: Pi Kappa Phi has over 150 chapters across America, including at universities that students from Goochland County may attend. The same “traditions” and culture that nearly killed Leonel can exist anywhere.
2. University Complicity: The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where much of the hazing took place. Universities near Goochland County have the same power to regulate, supervise, and prevent hazing on their campuses and properties—and the same liability when they fail to do so.
3. National Organization’s Pattern of Negligence: This is not Pi Kappa Phi’s first severe hazing incident. Andrew Coffey died in a Pi Kappa Phi hazing event at Florida State University in 2017. Eight years passed, and Pi Kappa Phi National still hadn’t fixed its culture, leading to Leonel’s hospitalization. This pattern is critical for showing foreseeability and supporting punitive damages.
4. $10 Million Sends a Message: Our demand for $10 million in damages directly reflects the severe physical and psychological harm inflicted, sending an undeniable message that torturing students comes with a severe price tag. Goochland County families deserve to send the same powerful message.
5. One Brave Victim Protects Others: As Lupe Peña stated, “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.” Your child’s case in Goochland County has the power to effect change far beyond your immediate situation.

What Hazing Really Looks Like

The public often misunderstands hazing, viewing it as harmless pranks or outdated traditions. However, the reality, as exemplified by Leonel Bermudez’s experience, is far darker. Hazing is calculated abuse designed to break down individuals, instill fear, and enforce obedience. It is not about “building brotherhood”; it is about power, control, and intimidation.

We have seen this at universities that students from Goochland County attend, or will attend, such as George Mason University, the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and various other public and private institutions across the Commonwealth.

Beyond the Stereotypes: Types of Hazing We See

1. Physical Abuse: This goes far beyond mild discomfort. It includes beatings, paddling, forced exposure to extreme temperatures (like stripping in cold weather), sleep deprivation, forced extreme exercise to the point of collapse or injury (such as rhabdomyolysis), branding, and “waterboarding” with hoses or buckets.
2. Forced Consumption: A common element of hazing involves forcing pledges to consume dangerous amounts of alcohol, leading to alcohol poisoning. It also includes compelling them to eat disgusting or excessive quantities of food until they vomit, as Leonel experienced, or even non-food substances.
3. Psychological Torture: This can be as damaging as physical abuse, leaving deep, lasting scars. It includes verbal abuse, constant humiliation, forced “interrogations” designed to instill fear, isolation, threats against oneself or family, and degrading rituals that strip away self-worth.
4. Sexual Abuse: This is the most abhorrent form of hazing, involving forced nudity, sexual degradation (like carrying sexually explicit objects), and even sexual assault.
5. Servitude and Deprivation: Pledges are often forced to perform menial tasks, cleaning, acting as chauffeurs at all hours, performing errands, and being deprived of basic needs like sleep, food, or access to outside communication.

Medical and Psychological Consequences are Severe:

The outcomes of hazing are anything but trivial:

• Physical: Rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure (Leonel’s injury), alcohol poisoning (a leading cause of hazing deaths), traumatic brain injury (from falls or assaults), hypothermia or heat stroke, broken bones, burns, internal injuries, and death.
• Psychological: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, trust issues, academic decline, social withdrawal, and substance abuse. Leonel himself feared retribution for speaking out, illustrating the deep psychological impact of this abuse.

Who Is Responsible: Every Entity that Participated or Enabled

When hazing occurs, multiple parties can, and should, be held accountable. Our strategy is to identify and pursue every single entity that enabled the abuse or failed to protect the victim. We leave no stone unturned when seeking justice for Goochland County families.

1. The Local Chapter: This includes the specific fraternity or sorority chapter involved. They directly organized and carried out the hazing activities.
2. Chapter Officers and Individual Members: The president, pledgemaster, and any current or former members who participated in, planned, or failed to stop the hazing are personally liable. As seen in the $6.5 million judgment against a former chapter president in the Stone Foltz case, individuals cannot hide behind the organization.
3. The National Organization: National fraternities and sororities, like Pi Kappa Phi National, have a responsibility to supervise their chapters, enforce anti-hazing policies, and ensure member safety. When they fail, especially with a documented history of prior incidents (like Pi Kappa Phi did after Andrew Coffey’s death), they are liable. These national entities hold significant assets and insurance policies.
4. The University or College: Institutions have a duty to protect their students, especially when hazing occurs on university-owned property, as it did in Leonel Bermudez’s case. Their liability extends to negligent supervision of Greek life, failure to enforce anti-hazing policies, and failing to provide a safe environment.
5. Housing Corporations and Alumni Boards: These entities often own the physical fraternity houses and provide oversight or funding. They can be held responsible for conditions on their property or for enabling the hazing culture through their support.
6. Insurance Carriers: Behind every responsible party are insurance policies – the national organization’s liability insurance, the university’s institutional insurance, or even homeowners’ policies for individuals. As former insurance defense attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña know exactly how to navigate these policies and ensure maximum recovery.

This is not about suing broke college kids. It is about holding powerful institutions and organizations with deep pockets accountable for their failures.

What These Cases Win: Multi-Million Dollar Proof

For families in Goochland County, understanding past hazing verdicts and settlements is crucial. These precedent-setting cases demonstrate that financial accountability for hazing is not only possible but can lead to multi-million dollar awards. They also showcase how these cases can drive systemic change and even new legislative protections. Our demand for $10 million in the Bermudez case is rooted in these established precedents, proving that justice for hazing victims means real and substantial compensation.

• Stone Foltz, Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): $10.1 Million+
  Stone Foltz died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol during a Pi Kappa Alpha hazing event. The subsequent settlements totaled over $10.1 million, with Bowling Green State University paying $2.9 million and the national fraternity and other individuals contributing $7.2 million. This case also saw criminal convictions and, significantly, a $6.5 million personal judgment against the former chapter president, Daylen Dunson, in December 2024. This precedent clearly supports our $10 million demand and underscores the personal liability for individuals involved.
• Maxwell Gruver, Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017): $6.1 Million Jury Verdict
  Max Gruver died after being forced to participate in a hazing ritual called “Bible Study,” where he was made to drink excessive amounts of alcohol for every wrong answer to questions about fraternity history. His BAC was 0.495. A jury awarded his family $6.1 million, and the case led to the Max Gruver Act, making hazing a felony in Louisiana. This jury verdict highlights how juries react to such egregious behavior and are willing to award substantial sums.
• Timothy Piazza, Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017): $110 Million+ (Estimated Settlements)
  Timothy Piazza died from injuries sustained after falling down stairs during a Beta Theta Pi hazing event where he was forced to consume 18 drinks in 82 minutes. Fraternity brothers waited 12 hours to call 911, and the entire incident was captured on security cameras. The extensive settlements in this case are estimated to exceed $110 million, leading to convictions for multiple fraternity members and the passage of the Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law in Pennsylvania. The sheer volume of evidence and the cover-up attempts in this case contributed to the massive payouts.
• Andrew Coffey, Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017): Confidential Settlement
  Andrew Coffey died from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink a full bottle of bourbon during a Pi Kappa Phi “Big Brother Night” event. This is the same national fraternity involved in our current Bermudez case. Nine fraternity members were criminally charged, and the chapter was permanently closed. This case is crucial pattern evidence that Pi Kappa Phi National had actual notice of the deadly hazing culture within its organization eight years before Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized. Their failure to act effectively is a key component of our lawsuit.

These cases send a resounding message to fraternities, universities, and national organizations: hazing costs millions, both in lives and in financial liability. For families in Goochland County, these precedents mean that aggressive litigation can yield significant results and force meaningful change.

Texas Law Protects You: Consent is Not a Defense

While we are pursuing justice for hazing victims nationwide, it’s vital for Goochland County families to understand the legal framework that empowers victims. In many states, including Texas, state laws explicitly protect students from hazing and make it a criminal offense. Furthermore, critical legal principles prevent institutions and individuals from escaping accountability by claiming victims “consented” to the abuse.

What Constitutes Hazing Under the Law?

Texas Education Code § 37.151 provides a broad definition of hazing that covers a wide range of harmful activities, whether on or off campus, directed against a student for the purpose of joining or maintaining membership in an organization, if it endangers their mental or physical health or safety. This includes:

• Physical brutality, such as whipping, beating, striking, or branding. (Leonel was struck with wooden paddles.)
• Sleep deprivation, exposure to elements, confinement, or calisthenics that pose an unreasonable risk of harm. (Leonel’s forced exercises and exposure to water and cold weather explicitly fall under this.)
• Forced consumption of food, liquids, alcohol, or other substances that pose an unreasonable risk to health. (Leonel’s forced eating until vomiting is a direct example.)

Criminal Penalties for Hazing

Texas law mandates criminal penalties for hazing:

• Engaging in hazing or soliciting it is a Class B Misdemeanor.
• Hazing causing serious bodily injury (like Leonel’s rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure) is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by up to a year in jail and a $4,000 fine.
• Hazing resulting in death is a State Jail Felony, with potential imprisonment and a $10,000 fine.

Such criminal charges can be pursued against individual members and even organizational officers.

Organizational Liability

Texas Education Code § 37.153 states that an organization commits an offense if it “condones or encourages hazing” or if its members commit hazing. This means the local chapter, and potentially the national organization, can face fines and even denial of the right to operate on campus.

Crucially: CONSENT IS NOT A DEFENSE (§ 37.154)

This is the most critical aspect of anti-hazing law for parents in Goochland County to understand:

“It is not a defense to prosecution for an offense under this subchapter that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.”

Fraternities and universities often try to blame victims by claiming, “He willingly participated,” or “He could have left at any time.” Texas law explicitly rejects this defense. The lawmakers understood that true consent cannot exist in coercive hazing environments where pledges face immense pressure, fear of retaliation, and psychological manipulation if they refuse to participate. This legal principle ensures that the focus remains on the illegal and harmful actions of the perpetrators, not on the impossible choices faced by the victim.

Civil Liability: Holding Everyone Accountable

Beyond criminal charges, civil lawsuits allow victims and their families to seek justice and compensation for the immense physical, emotional, and financial damages caused by hazing. In Goochland County, we can pursue various civil claims:

• Negligence: Demonstrating that the university, national organization, or individuals failed in their duty of care to protect students, leading to injury.
• Premises Liability: Holding property owners (like the University of Houston, which owned the Pi Kappa Phi house) responsible for dangerous conditions allowed to exist on their property.
• Negligent Supervision: Arguing that organizations or institutions failed to adequately oversee their chapters or members.
• Assault and Battery: Direct claims against individuals who physically harmed the victim.
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: For conduct so outrageous it causes severe emotional trauma.

These legal avenues provide powerful tools to seek justice for your child in Goochland County, and our federal court admissions and dual-state bar licenses mean we can pursue these claims nationally, wherever the hazing occurred.

Why Attorney 911: Your Fierce Advocates in Goochland County

When your child is a victim of hazing, you need legal representation that is not just knowledgeable, but relentless. Attorney 911 and our Legal Emergency Lawyers™ bring a unique blend of experience, insight, and dedication that sets us apart, especially for families in Goochland County facing these harrowing circumstances.

1. Unmatched Experience against Institutional Defendants: Ralph Manginello has over 25 years of courtroom experience, including his involvement in the multi-billion dollar BP Texas City Explosion Litigation. This demonstrates our capacity to take on massive corporate and institutional defendants, skills directly applicable to pursuing large universities and national fraternities.

2. Former Insurance Defense Insiders: Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña are former insurance defense attorneys. This unique “inside baseball” knowledge means we understand the strategies, tactics, and valuation methods insurance companies use to minimize or deny claims. We know their playbook because we helped write it, and now we use that insight to dismantle their defenses and maximize recovery for our clients in Goochland County. Lupe Peña’s experience with a national defense firm, Litchfield Cavo LLP, further amplifies this advantage.

3. Federal Court Authority and Dual-State Bar Membership: While based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, our federal court admissions (U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas) and Ralph’s dual-state bar licenses (Texas AND New York) give us the strategic advantage to pursue national fraternities and universities located anywhere in the country, including from Goochland County. Hazing is a national problem, and we have national reach and authority.

4. Aggressive, Data-Driven Litigation: We don’t guess who is responsible; we know. We maintain one of the most comprehensive private databases of Greek organizations in Texas, tracking EINs, legal names of house corporations, alumni chapters, and insurance structures. This intelligence allows us to quickly identify every entity responsible when hazing happens. For example, our database includes:
* Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Housing Corporation Inc (EIN 462267515, Frisco, Texas)
* Pi Kappa Phi Delta Omega Chapter Building Corporation (EIN 371768785, Missouri City, Texas)
* Kappa Sigma Mu Gamma Chapter Inc (EIN 133048786, College Station, Texas)
* Sigma Alpha Epsilon Texas Sigma Incorporated (EIN 882755427, San Marcos, Texas)

This precision ensures we sue every liable entity, not just the college students involved. This level of preparation is what families in Goochland County deserve.

5. Proven Results: $10 Million Lawsuit is Live: We aren’t just talking about hazing; we’re actively fighting it in court. The Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case is a live, ongoing $10 million lawsuit that demonstrates our aggressive, thorough, and relentless pursuit of justice. The same legal strategies, the same commitment to accountability, will be brought to bear for your Goochland County hazing case.

6. Empathetic, Client-Centered Approach: We understand that families in Goochland County are experiencing immense trauma. We offer warm, personal, and empathetic service. Our staff is bilingual (Se Habla Español), and we pride ourselves on consistent communication and treating every client like family. Many testimonials reflect this: “You are FAMILY to them and they protect and fight for you as such.” – Chad Harris. “I never felt like ‘just another case.'” – Ambur Hamilton.

7. Contingency Fee Basis: We recognize that facing a legal battle against powerful institutions can be financially daunting. We take hazing cases on contingency, meaning you pay absolutely nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case. This removes financial barriers for Goochland County families seeking justice.

8. Willingness to Travel and Remote Consultation: Distance is not a barrier to justice. We offer video consultations for Goochland County families, and our attorneys are prepared to travel to Goochland County for depositions, meetings, and trials as needed to aggressively represent your interests.

9. Strategic Advantages for National Hazing: Ralph Manginello’s New York State Bar admission provides a strategic advantage for cases against national fraternities and sororities, many of which are headquartered or have substantial operations on the East Coast. This dual-state expertise allows us to navigate complex interstate litigation effectively.

When it comes to hazing, our firm’s deep knowledge of fraternity structures, university oversight failures, and insurance company tactics means we don’t just talk about accountability – we deliver it. For Goochland County families, we are the dedicated, battle-tested advocates you need.

What to Do Right Now: Actionable Guidance for Goochland County Families

If your child in Goochland County has been a victim of hazing, the moments immediately following the incident are critical. While overwhelming, taking the right steps can significantly impact your ability to pursue justice and secure the compensation your family deserves.

Step 1: Prioritize Safety and Seek Immediate Medical Attention

• Remove Your Child from Harm’s Way: Ensure your child is physically safe and separated from the hazing environment.
• Seek Medical Care IMMEDIATELY: Even if injuries seem minor, get a full medical evaluation. Many hazing injuries, like rhabdomyolysis and some psychological traumas, may not be immediately apparent. Delays in seeking treatment can be used by defense attorneys to argue that the injuries were not severe or were not caused by the hazazing.
• Document Everything Medically: Ensure medical providers link physical symptoms and psychological distress directly to the hazing incident. Keep all hospital records, doctor’s notes, lab results, and bills.

Step 2: Preserve ALL Evidence – Act Quickly!
Evidence disappears fast, and hazing organizations are notorious for destroying it.

• Photos and Videos: Take pictures of any physical injuries (bruises, cuts, burns, rashes) at all stages of healing. Photograph the hazing locations if safe to do so. If any videos or photos of the hazing exist, secure them immediately.
• Communications: This is crucial. Preserve every text message, GroupMe chat, Snapchat, Instagram DM, email, or any other digital communication related to the hazing. This includes conversations between pledges, fraternity members, and any university officials. DO NOT delete anything.
• Witness Information: Gather names, phone numbers, and any contact information for other pledges, fraternity members, or anyone who witnessed the hazing or has relevant information.
• Documents: Collect any pledge manuals, schedules, rules, or fraternity/sorority documents given to your child.
• Academic and Financial Records: Document any impact on your child’s academic performance, course withdrawals, lost scholarships, medical bills, and any income lost due to missed work or internships.

Step 3: Crucial “DO NOTS” to Protect Your Case

• DO NOT Delete Anything: Never delete text messages, social media posts, or any other digital evidence, even if it seems irrelevant. This can be considered spoliation of evidence.
• DO NOT Talk to the Fraternity/Sorority, University, or Their Lawyers: Without legal counsel, any statements your child or family makes can be twisted and used against you. These institutions are protecting themselves, not your child.
• DO NOT Post on Social Media: Avoid discussing the incident on ANY social media platform. Anything posted can be used by defense attorneys to undermine your case, regardless of context.
• DO NOT Sign Anything: Do not sign any documents, releases, or agreements provided by the fraternity, university, or their insurance companies without consulting an attorney.
• DO NOT Fear Retribution: We understand the fear your child might feel. We protect our clients and their privacy, enabling them to seek justice without fear of further harm or public exposure. Leonel Bermudez himself was “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution,” a reality we understand and actively work to combat.

Step 4: Contact an Experienced Hazing Attorney IMMEDIATELY

• Time is Critical: There is typically a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury and wrongful death cases in most states. Evidence disappears, and witnesses’ memories fade. The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be. Leonel’s lawsuit was filed within weeks of his hospitalization, demonstrating the urgency required.
• Immediate Consultation: Call us for a free, confidential consultation. We can assess your situation, explain your legal options, and begin the critical process of preserving evidence and building your case.
• Remote Consultation for Goochland County Families: Even if you are in Goochland County, we can conduct initial consultations remotely via phone or video conference. We travel to Goochland County as needed for depositions, meetings, and trials.

We are ready to respond to your legal emergency. The pain and injustice caused by hazing are unacceptable, and we are committed to fighting for every Goochland County family who has experienced this trauma.

Contact Us: Your Call for Justice in Goochland County

If your family in Goochland County is grappling with the nightmare of hazing, you don’t have to face it alone. We are Attorney 911, and our mission is to provide immediate, aggressive, and professional help to victims of legal emergencies, especially those impacted by the severe and often life-altering consequences of hazing. Our ongoing $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston is proof that we are in this fight, right now, and we bring that same relentless advocacy to families in Goochland County.

Goochland County Families, Your Call for Justice Starts Here:

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

We are available 24/7 for Goochland County hazing emergencies. When you call, you’ll speak with a team that understands the urgency and trauma you’re experiencing.

No Upfront Cost for Goochland County Families:
We understand that pursuing a legal case against powerful institutions can seem impossible, especially when your family is dealing with medical bills and emotional distress. That’s why we take hazing cases on a contingency fee basis.

• You pay $0 upfront.
• We don’t get paid unless and until YOU get paid.
  This means financial concerns should never prevent you from seeking justice for your child.

Our Commitment to Goochland County:
While our main offices are in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, our reach extends nationwide. For families in Goochland County:

• Remote Consultations: Easily connect with our experienced attorneys via phone or video conference, regardless of your location.
• We Travel to You: Our attorneys are prepared to travel to Goochland County for depositions, client meetings, and trials as necessary. Distance will not be a barrier to securing justice for your family.
• Federal Court Authority: Our admission to U.S. District Courts and Ralph Manginello’s dual-state (Texas and New York) bar licenses allows us to pursue national fraternities and universities wherever they are located.

Beyond Fraternities: We Represent All Hazing Victims in Goochland County:
Hazing is not confined to Greek life. We represent victims of hazing in a variety of organizations, including:

• Fraternities and sororities at universities near Goochland County (e.g., University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, James Madison University).
• Goochland County sports teams.
• Marching bands and other performance groups.
• ROTC programs.
• Any club or organization that uses abusive initiation rites.

To Other Victims of the UH Pi Kappa Phi Hazing:
We know Leonel Bermudez was not alone. The lawsuit alleges systematic abuse affecting multiple pledges, including one who lost consciousness. If you or someone you know was part of the Pi Kappa Phi hazing at UH, or any other institution, you have rights. Your testimony can be crucial in holding these dangerous organizations accountable. Call us. Let’s bring them all to justice.

Goochland County, the time for silence is over. The time for accountability is now. If you are a parent searching for answers at 2 AM, know that we are here. We understand. We are fighting. And we will fight for you.

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