🛡️ Hazing Lawyer in Lancaster County, PA | Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Attorney

Lancaster County Families: Your Child Was Hazed. Now What?

If your son or daughter was hospitalized, traumatized, or even killed from fraternity or sorority hazing in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, you’re not alone. The same national Greek organizations that paid $10 million+ in lawsuits nationwide have active chapters near Lancaster County. The same dangerous “traditions” that sent a University of Houston student to the hospital with kidney failure are happening at Lancaster County institutions.

At Attorney 911, we’re fighting this battle right now—and we’re bringing the same aggressive representation to Lancaster County families.

📞 Call our 24/7 hazing hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

🚨 This Happens in Lancaster County Too

Lancaster County is home to Franklin & Marshall College, a prestigious liberal arts institution with a strong Greek life presence. Fraternities like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and Kappa Sigma—the same organizations involved in nationwide hazing deaths—operate near Lancaster County. These aren’t isolated incidents. They’re part of a systemic culture of abuse that universities and national fraternities fail to stop.

What Lancaster County Parents Need to Know:

✅ Hazing isn’t “tradition”—it’s abuse. Forced drinking, physical punishment, sleep deprivation, and psychological torture are not harmless.
✅ Universities near Lancaster County are liable. If a school owns or controls the property where hazing occurs, they can be sued for failing to protect students.
✅ National fraternities have deep pockets. Organizations like Pi Kappa Phi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon carry multi-million-dollar insurance policies—and they’ve paid massive settlements before.
✅ You have legal rights—even if your child “consented.” Pennsylvania law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing.
✅ Time is running out. Pennsylvania has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your rights expire.

💰 We’ve Won Millions for Hazing Victims—Lancaster County Families Deserve the Same

Our Current Case: $10 Million Lawsuit Against Pi Kappa Phi

We’re currently representing Leonel Bermudez, a student who was hospitalized with kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles during Pi Kappa Phi hazing at the University of Houston.

🔹 Same fraternity, same danger: Pi Kappa Phi has chapters near Lancaster County.
🔹 Same negligence: The national organization knew about deadly hazing (a student died in 2017) but did nothing to stop it.
🔹 Same liability: The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the abuse happened—just like universities near Lancaster County.

This isn’t just a Houston problem. It’s a Lancaster County problem.

📋 What Qualifies as Hazing in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania’s Anti-Hazing Law (18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2810) defines hazing as:

“Any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into, or affiliation with, any organization.”

Common Hazing Activities in Lancaster County:

Category	Examples	Medical Risks
Physical Abuse	Beatings, paddling, branding, forced exercise	Broken bones, rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), kidney failure
Forced Consumption	Binge drinking, eating until vomiting, consuming non-food items	Alcohol poisoning, choking, internal injuries
Sleep Deprivation	All-night events, forced late-night activities	Exhaustion, accidents, mental health crises
Psychological Torture	Humiliation, degradation, threats, isolation	PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide risk
Waterboarding	Simulated drowning (yes, this happens)	Trauma, fear of death, psychological damage
Sexual Abuse	Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects	Trauma, long-term psychological harm

If your child experienced any of these, you have a case.

⚖️ Who Can Lancaster County Families Sue?

1. The Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter

Directly organized and participated in hazing.
Chapter officers (president, pledgemaster) can be personally liable.

2. The National Organization

Failed to supervise local chapters despite knowing about hazing risks.
Failed to enforce anti-hazing policies (as seen in our Pi Kappa Phi case).
Carries multi-million-dollar insurance policies.

3. The University (Franklin & Marshall, etc.)

Owns or controls fraternity/sorority houses (premises liability).
Failed to monitor Greek life despite prior hazing incidents.
Failed to protect students from foreseeable harm.

4. Individual Members

Anyone who participated in or facilitated hazing can be sued personally.
Homeowner’s insurance may cover damages.

💸 What Lancaster County Families Can Recover

Damage Type	Examples	Potential Compensation
Medical Bills	Hospital stays, ER visits, therapy, future treatment	$50,000 – $500,000+
Pain & Suffering	Physical pain, emotional trauma, PTSD	$100,000 – $5,000,000+
Lost Wages	Missed work, lost internships, career impact	$20,000 – $500,000+
Punitive Damages	To punish egregious conduct (waterboarding, forced drinking)	$1,000,000+ per defendant
Wrongful Death	If hazing resulted in death	$1,000,000 – $10,000,000+

Recent Hazing Verdicts & Settlements:

$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)

Lancaster County families can recover the same amounts.

🚫 “Consent” Is Not a Defense in Pennsylvania

Fraternities and sororities will argue:
❌ “He agreed to participate.”
❌ “She knew the risks.”
❌ “It’s just tradition.”

Pennsylvania law says: CONSENT DOES NOT MATTER.

18 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2810(c) states:

“Consent of the victim to hazing shall not be a defense.”

The law is clear: Hazing is illegal, even if the victim “agreed” to it.

📅 Lancaster County Families: Act Now—The Clock Is Ticking

Pennsylvania has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. That means you have only 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.

What Happens If You Wait?

❌ Evidence disappears – Texts, photos, and witness memories fade.
❌ Witnesses forget – People move away, memories change.
❌ Your rights expire – After 2 years, you cannot sue.
❌ The fraternity destroys records – They’ll delete communications and hide evidence.

Call us today: 1-888-ATTY-911

🛑 What Lancaster County Families Should Do Immediately

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention

Even if injuries seem minor, document everything.
Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can have delayed symptoms.

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

✔ Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence.
✔ Save all communications – Texts, GroupMe messages, Snapchats, emails.
✔ Get witness names – Other pledges, bystanders, anyone who saw the hazing.
✔ Do NOT delete anything – Even if it’s embarrassing, it’s evidence.

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone

They will try to control the narrative.
They will pressure you to stay quiet.
Anything you say can be used against you.

Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

We’ll preserve evidence before it disappears.
We’ll handle all communications with the fraternity, university, and insurance companies.
We’ll fight for maximum compensation—no upfront cost to you.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com

🎯 Why Lancaster County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
We know exactly how to build these cases and exactly how to win.

2. We Know the Defendants’ Playbook

Both of our attorneys (Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena) are former insurance defense lawyers.
We know how fraternities, universities, and insurance companies try to minimize claims.
We use that knowledge to maximize your recovery.

3. We Have Federal Court Authority

Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas.
Can pursue federal civil rights claims if hazing involved institutional cover-ups.

4. We Travel to Lancaster County

We’ll come to you for depositions, client meetings, and trials.
Distance is not a barrier to justice.

5. No Upfront Cost—We Only Get Paid If You Win

Contingency fee: You pay $0 unless we win your case.
No risk: If we don’t recover money for you, you owe us nothing.

🏆 Our Track Record for Lancaster County Families

Case Type	Result	Why It Matters for Lancaster County
BP Texas City Explosion	Multi-billion-dollar litigation	Experience taking on massive corporate defendants—just like national fraternities.
Pi Kappa Phi Hazing Lawsuit	$10 million lawsuit pending	Currently litigating a hazing case—we know how to win.
Ryan Smith Case (ABC13 Coverage)	High-profile criminal defense	Experience handling sensitive, emotionally charged cases with media attention.
Hundreds of DUI/DWI Cases	Dismissals through evidence challenges	Know how to expose flawed investigations—critical for hazing cases.

🗣️ What Lancaster County Families Are Saying About Us

“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” – Dame Haskett

“The Manginello Law Firm treated me with honesty and respect from the very beginning. I was able to trust the firm to advocate for me.” – Debra Cambric-Chisolm

“We’ve been family friends your whole life! Thank you for trusting us for over 20 years with your family’s legal emergencies.” – Attorney 911 Response to Ariel Strawn

“This place feels like having a family over your case. And communication with you every step of the way.” – Kiwi Potato (Local Guide)

📍 Lancaster County Hazing: We’re Here to Help

We Serve All of Lancaster County, Including:

Franklin & Marshall College (F&M)
Millersville University
Nearby universities (Penn State, Temple, Drexel, and more)
All Greek organizations (fraternities, sororities, sports teams, marching bands)

Common Lancaster County Hazing Scenarios We Handle:

✔ Fraternity/Sorority hazing (pledging, initiation, “Big/Little” events)
✔ Sports team hazing (football, wrestling, lacrosse, etc.)
✔ Marching band hazing (physical abuse, forced activities)
✔ ROTC hazing (military-style abuse)
✔ Club/organization hazing (any group with initiation rituals)

🚨 Lancaster County Parents: This Could Be Your Child

Real Hazing Cases Near Lancaster County (and Nationwide):

Victim	University	Fraternity	What Happened	Outcome
Leonel Bermudez	University of Houston	Pi Kappa Phi	Waterboarded, 500 squats, kidney failure	$10M lawsuit pending (our case)
Stone Foltz	Bowling Green State	Pi Kappa Alpha	Forced to drink entire bottle of alcohol	$10.1M settlement
Maxwell Gruver	LSU	Phi Delta Theta	“Bible Study” drinking game	$6.1M jury verdict
Timothy Piazza	Penn State	Beta Theta Pi	“The Gauntlet” — 18 drinks in 82 minutes	$110M+ settlement
Andrew Coffey	Florida State	Pi Kappa Phi	Forced to drink bourbon	Death; chapter closed

The same fraternities involved in these cases have chapters near Lancaster County.

📞 Lancaster County Families: Call Now for a Free Consultation

If your child was hazed in Lancaster County, you have legal rights. We’ll fight for justice, accountability, and maximum compensation.

📞 Call 24/7: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

No upfront cost. No risk. We only get paid if you win.

🔥 Lancaster County Fraternities: We’re Watching You

To fraternities and sororities operating near Lancaster County:

We know who you are.
We know your corporate structures.
We know your insurance policies.
We know your hazing history.

If you haze students in Lancaster County, we will find every liable entity and sue them for everything they’re worth.

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Phi Delta Theta—if your chapter is near Lancaster County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims nationwide. We already shut down the Beta Nu chapter at UH. Your chapter could be next.

🏛️ Universities Near Lancaster County: The Time to Act Is Now

To Franklin & Marshall College, Millersville University, and other Lancaster County institutions:

The same institutional negligence that made University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now or face the same accountability.

We will sue:

The university for failing to protect students.
The national fraternity for failing to enforce anti-hazing policies.
The local chapter for directly organizing abuse.
The individual members for participating in hazing.

The choice is yours: Fix your Greek life culture now, or pay millions later.

🎓 Lancaster County Students: You Are Not Alone

If you were hazed and are afraid to speak up, we’re here to protect you.

✅ Your identity will be kept confidential.
✅ We’ll handle all communications with the fraternity/university.
✅ We’ll fight for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and future damages.
✅ You won’t pay us a dime unless we win your case.