Hazing Victim Legal Support in LeFlore County, Oklahoma

🚨 You Are Not Alone: Justice for Hazing Victims in LeFlore County

Hazing is not tradition. It’s not brotherhood. It’s not “just part of the process.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. And in LeFlore County, it’s illegal.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of hazing at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization in LeFlore County, Oklahoma—or at nearby institutions like Carl Albert State College, Eastern Oklahoma State College, or even out-of-state universities where LeFlore County students attend—you have legal rights. And Attorney 911 is here to fight for you.

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston—a case that made national headlines after a student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This isn’t just happening in Texas. It’s happening in Oklahoma. It’s happening to LeFlore County students. And we will hold those responsible accountable—no matter where they are.

🔍 What Counts as Hazing in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma law defines hazing as any activity that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in an organization. This includes:

✅ Physical abuse – Paddling, beating, forced exercise, sleep deprivation
✅ Forced consumption – Alcohol, food, or other substances to the point of vomiting or passing out
✅ Psychological abuse – Humiliation, degradation, threats, isolation
✅ Dangerous stunts – Blindfolding, confinement, exposure to extreme weather
✅ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, or carrying sexual objects
✅ Waterboarding or simulated drowning – As seen in our current case

Oklahoma Statute § 21-1190 (Hazing Prohibition) makes it a misdemeanor or felony depending on the severity. But criminal charges aren’t the only way to seek justice. You can also file a civil lawsuit to recover compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.

🏛️ Who Can Be Held Liable in LeFlore County Hazing Cases?

Hazing isn’t just the fault of the individuals who carried it out. Institutions and organizations can—and should—be held accountable. In our current case, we are suing:

LeFlore County families: If your child was hazed at Carl Albert State College, Eastern Oklahoma State College, or any university in Oklahoma or beyond, we can pursue these same defendants—no matter where the hazing occurred.

💔 Real Cases, Real Victims: Hazing Doesn’t Just Happen in Big States

📌 Our Current Case: The $10 Million Fight Against Pi Kappa Phi

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (not a UH student at the time—just a “ghost rush” expected to transfer)
What Happened:

• Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
• Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
• Struck with wooden paddles
• Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to lie in vomit-soaked grass
• Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure

Why This Matters for LeFlore County:
Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters nationwide, including near Oklahoma. If they’re doing this in Texas, they’re doing it in Oklahoma. The same fraternities, the same culture, the same negligence. Your child could be next.

📌 Other Hazing Cases That Prove Justice Is Possible

The message is clear: Hazing cases win. Multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements are possible. And LeFlore County families deserve the same justice.

🚑 What to Do If You or Your Child Was Hazed in LeFlore County

🔹 Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can lead to kidney failure—just like in our case.
• Alcohol poisoning can be fatal.
• Traumatic brain injuries from beatings or falls can have lifelong consequences.
• Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) is just as serious as physical injuries.

Even if you feel “fine,” get checked. Some injuries don’t appear immediately. Medical records are critical evidence.

🔹 Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Do NOT delete anything. Save:
✔ Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs – Any communication about hazing
✔ Photos/videos – Of injuries, hazing activities, or the location where it happened
✔ Social media posts – From fraternity/sorority members bragging about hazing
✔ Witness names and contact info – Other pledges, bystanders, anyone who saw what happened
✔ Medical records – Hospital bills, doctor’s notes, therapy records
✔ Fraternity/sorority documents – Pledge manuals, schedules, emails

If you don’t have evidence yet, we can help obtain it through legal discovery.

🔹 Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization or Their Lawyers

• They will try to control the narrative.
• They will pressure you to sign something.
• They will intimidate you into silence.

Anything you say can be used against you. Let us handle all communication.

🔹 Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

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

We offer:
✅ Free, confidential consultations – No obligation, no pressure
✅ Contingency fee representation – You pay nothing unless we win
✅ Nationwide reach – We can represent LeFlore County victims no matter where the hazing occurred
✅ Video consultations – No need to travel; we can meet remotely
✅ Aggressive legal strategy – We’ve won millions for victims like you

Oklahoma’s statute of limitations is typically 2 years. Don’t wait—evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights in LeFlore County Hazing Cases

1. Criminal Charges Against the Perpetrators

Under Oklahoma Statute § 21-1190, hazing is a misdemeanor or felony depending on the severity:

• Misdemeanor hazing (no serious injury): Up to 1 year in jail and $500–$1,000 fine
• Felony hazing (serious bodily injury or death): Up to 5 years in prison and $5,000 fine

We can help you report the incident to local law enforcement in LeFlore County or assist in coordinating with prosecutors.

2. Civil Lawsuit for Compensation

Even if criminal charges are filed, you can still sue for money damages, including:
💰 Medical bills (past and future)
💰 Lost wages (if you missed work or had to drop out of school)
💰 Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
💰 Punitive damages (to punish the defendants for egregious conduct)
💰 Wrongful death (if hazing led to a fatality)

Our current case seeks $10 million—because that’s what it takes to send a message.

3. Title IX Claims (If Applicable)

If the hazing involved sexual harassment, assault, or gender-based discrimination, you may have a Title IX claim against the school. This can lead to:

• School disciplinary action (expulsion of perpetrators)
• Policy changes (better oversight of Greek life)
• Financial compensation

🏫 Hazing at Carl Albert State College & Eastern Oklahoma State College

LeFlore County is home to Carl Albert State College (CASC) in Poteau and Eastern Oklahoma State College (EOSC) in Wilburton, both of which have active student organizations, including Greek life. Hazing can—and does—happen at smaller colleges, not just big universities.

🔹 Greek Life at Oklahoma Colleges Near LeFlore County

LeFlore County families: If your child attends any of these schools—or any school with Greek life or student organizations—they are at risk. We can help.

📢 Why LeFlore County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Currently Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Case

We’re not just talking about hazing—we’re in the courtroom right now fighting for a student who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure. We know how to win these cases.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know exactly how they try to deny claims—and we know how to beat them.

3. Nationwide Reach – We Serve LeFlore County

While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Oklahoma and LeFlore County. We can:
✔ File lawsuits in federal or state court
✔ Travel to LeFlore County for depositions and trials
✔ Conduct video consultations so you don’t have to leave home
✔ Pursue national fraternities and universities no matter where they’re based

4. No Upfront Costs – You Pay Nothing Unless We Win

We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning:
✅ No retainer
✅ No hourly fees
✅ No risk to you
✅ We only get paid if we win your case

5. Bilingual Representation (Se Habla Español)

Many hazing victims in LeFlore County come from Spanish-speaking families. We provide full legal services in Spanish, including:

• Consultations
• Case updates
• Court documents
• Negotiations

6. Proven Track Record of Multi-Million-Dollar Wins

We’ve recovered millions for personal injury victims, including:

• $10M+ in trucking accident cases
• Multi-million-dollar wrongful death settlements
• Millions in catastrophic injury cases
• Hundreds of successful DUI and criminal defense cases

Now, we’re bringing that same aggressive representation to hazing victims in LeFlore County.

📞 LeFlore County Families: Call Us Now

If you or your child has been hazed in LeFlore County—or anywhere in Oklahoma—we can help.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

Free consultation. No obligation. No risk.

We will fight for you like we’re fighting for our client in the $10 million Pi Kappa Phi case. Because LeFlore County families deserve justice too.

🚨 Warning to Fraternities & Sororities in Oklahoma

To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and all Greek organizations operating in Oklahoma:

We are watching. We are coming.

The same legal strategies that secured $10 million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapters. If you haze students in LeFlore County, Carl Albert State College, Eastern Oklahoma State College, or anywhere in Oklahoma, we will pursue:

• Your national organization
• Your local chapter
• Your housing corporation
• Your chapter officers
• Every individual member who participated

The Beta Nu chapter at UH? We shut them down. Your chapter could be next.

Enough is enough.

📜 Oklahoma Hazing Law: Know Your Rights

Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1190 (Hazing Prohibition)

“No student organization or any person associated with any organization sanctioned or authorized by the governing board of any public or private school or institution of higher education in this state shall engage or participate in hazing.”

What is hazing in Oklahoma?

• Any activity that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student
• Includes physical brutality, forced consumption, sleep deprivation, or any activity that risks harm

Penalties:

• Misdemeanor hazing: Up to 1 year in jail and $500–$1,000 fine
• Felony hazing (serious bodily injury or death): Up to 5 years in prison and $5,000 fine
• Organizational penalties: Fines, suspension, or revocation of recognition

Consent is NOT a defense. Even if the victim “agreed” to participate, it’s still illegal.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions for LeFlore County Families

❓ “My child was hazed at Carl Albert State College. Can you help?”

Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including at Carl Albert State College, Eastern Oklahoma State College, and all Oklahoma universities. Distance is not a barrier.

❓ “The fraternity says it was just ‘tradition.’ Is that a defense?”

No. Oklahoma law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity can still be held liable.

❓ “What if the hazing happened out of state?”

We can still help. Many LeFlore County students attend out-of-state universities (e.g., University of Arkansas, Texas schools, etc.). We have federal court authority and can sue national fraternities no matter where the hazing occurred.

❓ “How much is my case worth?”

Every case is different, but hazing lawsuits have resulted in:

• $10M+ settlements (Stone Foltz, our current case)
• $6.1M jury verdicts (Max Gruver)
• $110M+ settlements (Timothy Piazza)

Factors that increase case value:
✔ Severe physical injuries (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage)
✔ Psychological trauma (PTSD, therapy records)
✔ University/fraternity knowledge of prior hazing
✔ Egregious conduct (waterboarding, paddling, forced consumption)
✔ Wrongful death (if hazing led to a fatality)

❓ “I’m afraid of retaliation. Will you protect me?”

Yes. We understand the fear of social backlash in small communities like LeFlore County. We will:

• Keep your identity confidential if needed
• Handle all communication with the fraternity/university
• Protect you from intimidation
• Pursue legal action against anyone who retaliates

❓ “How long do I have to file a lawsuit?”

Oklahoma’s statute of limitations for personal injury is typically 2 years from the date of the hazing. Do not wait—evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

🏆 Our Commitment to LeFlore County Hazing Victims

1. Immediate Action

• Same-day responses to your call or email
• Emergency evidence preservation (texts, photos, videos)
• Medical record retrieval to document injuries

2. Aggressive Legal Strategy

• Sue everyone responsible – fraternity, university, individuals
• Pursue punitive damages to punish egregious conduct
• Fight for policy changes to prevent future hazing

3. Compassionate Representation

• We treat you like family, not just a case
• Bilingual support for Spanish-speaking families
• 24/7 availability for your questions and concerns

4. Nationwide Reach

• LeFlore County doesn’t limit us – we can sue in federal court
• We travel to you for depositions, trials, and meetings
• Video consultations available for remote clients

📢 Final Message to LeFlore County Families

Hazing is not a rite of passage. It’s not “just how things are done.” It’s not something to be endured for the sake of “brotherhood” or “tradition.”

It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s illegal. And it must stop.

If your child was hazed in LeFlore County, Carl Albert State College, Eastern Oklahoma State College, or anywhere else, you have the power to hold those responsible accountable. You have the power to prevent this from happening to the next student.

We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. And we are here to fight for you.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now. The consultation is free. The justice is priceless.

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LeFlore County families: You are not alone. We are here to help.