🚨 Hazing Victims in Greene County: You Are Not Alone

If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or student organization in Greene County, Missouri — you have legal rights. And you have powerful allies ready to fight for you.

At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases. We know how to hold institutions accountable. And we will bring that same aggressive representation to Greene County families.

🔥 What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Greene County

On November 3, 2025, a young man named Leonel Bermudez accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston. Over the next seven weeks, he was subjected to systematic abuse that hospitalized him with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure. He spent four days in the hospital fighting for his life.

The fraternity forced him to:

• Be waterboarded with a garden hose — simulated drowning, a form of torture
• Perform 500+ squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
• Consume large amounts of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting
• Lie in vomit-soaked grass after being sick
• Be struck with wooden paddles
• Strip to his underwear in cold weather
• Carry a fanny pack with objects of a sexual nature at all times

Another pledge was hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth for over an hour. A third pledge lost consciousness and collapsed during a workout — yet the fraternity continued the abuse.

This wasn’t “tradition.” It wasn’t “brotherhood.” It was torture.

And here’s the truth, Greene County families: The same fraternities operate at universities near Greene County. The same national organizations are in charge. The same culture of abuse exists.

If it can happen in Houston, it can happen — and likely is happening — in Greene County.

🏛️ Who Is Responsible for Hazing in Greene County?

Hazing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. When your child is abused, multiple parties are responsible:

1. Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapters

The chapter that organized and conducted the hazing. The officers who directed it. The members who participated.

2. National Fraternity/Sorority Organizations

The national headquarters that failed to supervise their chapters. The leadership that knew about the culture of abuse but did nothing to stop it.

3. Universities and Colleges Near Greene County

The institutions that have the power to regulate Greek life but fail to do so. The schools that own or control fraternity houses but don’t inspect them. The administrators who look the other way until someone gets hurt — or killed.

4. Individual Members

Every person who participated in, witnessed, or facilitated the hazing. Every officer who allowed it to continue. Every member who knew it was happening and stayed silent.

Greene County families: These same defendants exist in your community. And we know how to hold them accountable.

💰 Why $10 Million? Because Hazing Costs Lives — And We Have the Receipts

We are currently seeking $10 million in damages for Leonel Bermudez. That number isn’t arbitrary. It’s based on real precedent from hazing cases across America:

Greene County families: These cases prove that hazing victims can and do win big. The same legal strategies apply to your case.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Greene County Hazing Victim

Missouri Hazing Laws Protect You

Missouri has strong laws against hazing. Under Missouri Revised Statutes § 578.360, hazing is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and a $2,000 fine. If the hazing causes serious physical injury, it becomes a Class D felony, punishable by up to 7 years in prison.

Important: Missouri law, like Texas law, explicitly states that consent is not a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says that doesn’t matter. Hazing is illegal regardless of consent.

Civil Lawsuits Allow You to Recover Compensation

Beyond criminal charges, you can file a civil lawsuit to recover compensation for:

• Medical bills — past, present, and future
• Pain and suffering — physical and emotional
• Lost wages — if your child missed work or internships
• Educational disruption — if hazing affected grades, scholarships, or enrollment
• Punitive damages — to punish the defendants and prevent future hazing

Greene County families: You don’t have to wait for a criminal case to pursue justice. A civil lawsuit can proceed independently.

🏥 The Medical Reality of Hazing

Hazing isn’t just “roughhousing.” It causes real, lasting harm:

Physical Injuries:

• Rhabdomyolysis — muscle breakdown that can lead to kidney failure (like Leonel Bermudez)
• Alcohol poisoning — from forced binge drinking
• Traumatic brain injuries — from beatings or falls
• Broken bones — from physical abuse
• Hypothermia or heat stroke — from exposure
• Internal injuries — from forced consumption or physical trauma
• Sexual assault injuries — from assault or harassment

Psychological Trauma:

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) — from abuse, torture, or witnessing harm
• Anxiety and depression — from ongoing fear and humiliation
• Suicidal ideation — hazing victims are at higher risk for suicide
• Trust issues — difficulty forming relationships after betrayal
• Academic decline — inability to focus due to trauma

Greene County parents: If your child has been hazed, get them medical and psychological help immediately. Document everything. This will be critical for any legal case.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Greene County

Step 1: Ensure Immediate Safety

• Remove your child from the situation immediately
• Seek medical attention — even if injuries seem minor
• Document all injuries with photos

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

• Save all communications — texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, emails
• Take screenshots of any social media posts about the hazing
• Photograph injuries at all stages of healing
• Get witness names and contact information
• Save any physical evidence — clothing, objects used in hazing

Step 3: Do NOT Confront the Organization Alone

• Do not talk to fraternity/sorority leadership without legal counsel
• Do not talk to university administrators without legal counsel
• Do not sign anything from the organization
• Do not post on social media about the incident

Step 4: Contact an Experienced Hazing Attorney

• Call Attorney 911 at 1-888-ATTY-911
• We offer free consultations for Greene County families
• We work on contingency — you pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

Step 5: Report the Incident

• Consider filing a police report
• File a Title IX complaint with the university
• Report to the national fraternity/sorority organization

🚨 Why You Need a Lawyer — Especially in Greene County

Hazing cases are not like other personal injury cases. They involve:

• Multiple defendants — chapters, nationals, universities, individuals
• Institutional power — fraternities and universities have deep pockets and legal teams
• Cultural pressure — victims often feel loyalty to the organization or fear retaliation
• Complex liability — premises liability, negligent supervision, intentional torts

Greene County families: You are up against powerful institutions. You need a legal team that knows how to fight them.

At Attorney 911, we have:

• 25+ years of litigation experience — we’ve taken on massive corporations and won
• Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how the other side thinks
• Federal court authority — we can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
• Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York, strategic for national organizations
• Hazing-specific expertise — we’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case

We don’t just talk about hazing. We’re fighting it right now. And we’ll fight for Greene County families too.

🎓 Universities and Colleges Near Greene County: The Same Risk Exists Here

Greene County is home to Missouri State University, one of the largest universities in the state. Nearby institutions include Drury University, Evangel University, Ozarks Technical Community College, and others.

All of these schools have Greek life. All of them face the same risks that led to Leonel Bermudez’s hospitalization.

Fraternities and Sororities Near Greene County:

The same national organizations that operate at University of Houston and other major universities have chapters near Greene County:

Greene County parents: If your child is joining a fraternity or sorority, they are at risk. The same national organizations that have paid millions in settlements operate near Greene County. The same culture of abuse exists.

📢 A Message to Fraternities and Sororities Near Greene County

To the chapters of Pi Kappa Phi, Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, Kappa Sigma, and all others operating near Greene County:

We are watching. We are building cases. The same legal strategies that secured $10 million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.

If you haze students near Greene County, we will find every liable entity. We will sue your chapter. We will sue your national organization. We will sue your officers personally.

We already shut down the Pi Kappa Phi chapter at University of Houston. Your chapter could be next.

Clean up your act. Now.

📢 A Message to Universities Near Greene County

To Missouri State University, Drury University, Evangel University, and all other institutions near Greene County:

You own the fraternity houses. You have the power to regulate Greek life. You have the duty to protect your students.

We know you’re not doing enough. We know you look the other way until someone gets hurt. We know you prioritize reputation over safety.

We are coming for you too.

The University of Houston is currently being sued for $10 million because they owned the house where a student was waterboarded. You could be next.

Act now. Or face the same accountability.

📞 Greene County Families: Call Us Now — Free Consultation

If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or student organization in Greene County — you have legal rights. And you have powerful allies ready to fight for you.

Call Attorney 911 now for a free, confidential consultation:

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

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

We work on contingency — you pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

We will travel to Greene County for depositions, trials, and client meetings. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

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

1. We’re Currently Fighting This Fight

While other law firms talk about hazing, we’re actively litigating a $10 million hazing case right now. We know the defendants’ playbook. We know how to win.

2. We Have the Experience

• 25+ years of litigation experience — Ralph Manginello
• Handled multi-million dollar cases — including the BP Texas City explosion
• Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how the other side thinks
• Federal court authority — we can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
• Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York, strategic for national organizations

3. We Understand Hazing Culture

• We’ve represented hazing victims in Kappa Sigma, Texas A&M, and rhabdomyolysis cases
• We know the psychological impact of hazing
• We know how to overcome the “consent” defense
• We know how to prove institutional negligence

4. We Fight for Maximum Compensation

We don’t just settle for what the insurance company offers. We fight for:

• Medical bills — past, present, and future
• Pain and suffering — physical and emotional
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Punitive damages — to punish the defendants and prevent future hazing

5. We Protect Our Clients

We know hazing victims fear retaliation. We:

• Handle all communications with defendants and their lawyers
• Protect your privacy
• Fight for your rights without putting you in the crosshairs

6. We Serve Greene County Families

We are based in Texas, but hazing happens everywhere. We represent victims nationwide, including Greene County. We offer:

• Video consultations — meet with us remotely
• Willingness to travel — we’ll come to Greene County for your case
• Contingency fees — $0 upfront cost

🏆 Our Promise to Greene County Families

We see your child as a person — not a paycheck.

We know what’s at stake. We know the pain you’re going through. We know the rage you feel when institutions fail to protect your child.

We will fight for you like we’re fighting for our own family.

We will:

• Investigate thoroughly — gather all evidence, interview witnesses
• Build a strong case — work with medical experts, hazing experts, economic experts
• Negotiate aggressively — demand full and fair compensation
• Go to trial if necessary — we’re not afraid to take your case to court
• Hold every defendant accountable — chapter, nationals, university, individuals

Greene County families: You don’t have to face this alone. Call us now.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

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

📢 Final Message: Enough Is Enough

To the fraternities near Greene County: Your time is running out. The law is catching up. The settlements are getting bigger. The public is watching.

To the universities near Greene County: You can’t hide behind “tradition” anymore. You own the buildings. You have the power. You have the duty.

To the Greene County families who have lost children to hazing: We see you. We honor your pain. We will fight for justice in your child’s name.

To the Greene County students who are being hazed right now: You are not alone. You don’t have to endure this. There are people who will believe you. There are people who will fight for you.

To everyone in Greene County who cares about student safety: This is your wake-up call. Hazing isn’t “boys being boys.” It’s not “tradition.” It’s not “building character.”

It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s sometimes murder.

And it has to stop.

Call Attorney 911. Let’s end this together.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

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