Hazing Victim Legal Representation in Lexington County, SC
Lexington County Families: Your Child Was Hazed. Now What?
If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or student organization in Lexington County, South Carolina, you are not alone. Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now in Texas—and we will bring the same aggressive representation to Lexington County victims.
We are currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for a student hospitalized with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles. The same fraternities operate at universities near Lexington County, and the same negligence exists here.
Lexington County families deserve justice. We will fight for you.
🚨 What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Illegal in South Carolina)
Hazing is not “tradition.” It is not “building brotherhood.” It is abuse, assault, and sometimes manslaughter.
Common Hazing Activities in Lexington County:
✅ Physical abuse – Beatings, paddling, forced exercise to exhaustion
✅ Forced consumption – Alcohol, food, or non-food substances until vomiting
✅ Sleep deprivation – Late-night activities, forced driving, exhaustion
✅ Psychological torture – Humiliation, degradation, threats of expulsion
✅ Waterboarding/simulated drowning – Torture disguised as “initiation”
✅ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
South Carolina Anti-Hazing Law (S.C. Code § 59-101-200)
- Hazing is a crime in South Carolina.
- Consent is NOT a defense—even if your child “agreed” to participate.
- Organizations can be fined, suspended, or shut down.
- Individuals face criminal charges (misdemeanor or felony, depending on severity).
Lexington County institutions cannot hide behind “tradition.” They will be held accountable.
💰 Why Lexington County Hazing Victims Can Win Big
Precedent Cases: Fraternities & Universities Pay Millions
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1M |
| Max Gruver | LSU | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1M |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110M+ |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential |
| Leonel Bermudez (OUR CASE) | University of Houston | Pi Kappa Phi | $10M Lawsuit Pending | $10M+ |
Lexington County families: These same results are possible for you.
Who Can Be Sued in Lexington County Hazing Cases?
✅ The local fraternity/sorority chapter – Directly organized the hazing
✅ National fraternity/sorority organization – Failed to supervise, knew about hazing culture
✅ University/College – Owned the property, failed to protect students
✅ Individual members – Participated in or facilitated hazing
✅ Alumni/Advisors – Hosted hazing events, enabled abuse
Lexington County institutions have deep pockets. We will pursue every liable party.
🏥 Medical Consequences of Hazing in Lexington County
Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys.” It causes permanent, life-threatening injuries, including:
| Injury | Cause | Long-Term Effects |
|---|---|---|
| Rhabdomyolysis | Extreme physical exertion (500 squats, bear crawls) | Kidney failure, permanent damage, dialysis |
| Alcohol Poisoning | Forced drinking | Death, brain damage, organ failure |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | Beatings, falls | Memory loss, cognitive impairment |
| Hypothermia/Hyperthermia | Forced exposure to elements | Organ damage, death |
| PTSD/Anxiety/Depression | Psychological torture | Therapy, medication, lifelong trauma |
| Death | Extreme hazing | Wrongful death lawsuits |
Our client in Texas was hospitalized for 4 days with kidney failure. Your Lexington County child could face the same.
📋 What Should Lexington County Families Do Now?
Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
- Some injuries (like rhabdomyolysis) don’t appear right away.
- Medical records are critical evidence.
Step 2: Preserve All Evidence
📌 Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence.
📌 Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs).
📌 Get witness names—other victims or bystanders.
📌 Do NOT delete anything—even old posts could be evidence.
Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization or University Alone
- They will try to control the narrative.
- They will pressure you to sign waivers.
- They will destroy evidence.
Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win.
⚖️ Legal Rights for Lexington County Hazing Victims
1. Negligence Claims
- Duty of care – Universities and fraternities must protect students.
- Breach of duty – They failed to stop hazing.
- Causation – Hazing directly caused injuries.
- Damages – Medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages.
2. Premises Liability
- If hazing occurred on university-owned property (like a fraternity house), the school is liable.
3. Assault & Battery
- Individual members can be sued personally for physical abuse.
4. Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
- Hazing causes PTSD, anxiety, and depression—these are compensable injuries.
5. Wrongful Death (If Applicable)
- If hazing caused a death, families can sue for loss of companionship, future earnings, and funeral expenses.
🎯 Why Choose Attorney 911 for Lexington County Hazing Cases?
1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now
- Currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi.
- Same strategies apply to Lexington County victims.
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
- We know how insurance companies think—we used to work for them.
- We know their tactics—and how to beat them.
3. Federal Court Authority
- Admitted to U.S. District Court (Southern District of Texas).
- Can pursue Lexington County cases in federal court if needed.
4. Dual-State Bar Admission (Texas & New York)
- Strategic advantage for national fraternity cases (many are headquartered in New York).
5. Willing to Travel to Lexington County
- We come to depositions, trials, and client meetings in Lexington County.
6. Contingency Fee – $0 Upfront
- You pay nothing unless we win.
- We take the risk—you get justice.
7. Bilingual (Spanish) Services
- Se habla español – We serve Lexington County’s Hispanic families.
📢 Message to Lexington County Fraternities & Universities
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and every Greek organization in Lexington County:
We are watching. We are coming.
The same legal strategies that shut down the UH Pi Kappa Phi chapter apply to your Lexington County chapter.
If you haze students in Lexington County, we will:
✅ Sue your national organization for millions.
✅ Sue your local chapter for everything they have.
✅ Sue individual members personally.
✅ Demand punitive damages to send a message.
The UH chapter was shut down. Your chapter could be next.
📞 Lexington County Families: Call Now for a Free Consultation
If your child was hazed in Lexington County, we can help.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
You pay nothing unless we win.
Lexington County hazing victims: Enough is enough.
