Hazing Victim Legal Representation in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin

Protecting Students from Fraternity and Sorority Abuse

Attorney 911 – Fighting for Manitowoc County Hazing Victims Nationwide

If your child was injured, hospitalized, or traumatized due to hazing at a Manitowoc County college, university, or Greek organization, you are not alone. The same fraternities and sororities that have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries across the country operate right here in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston—proving that these organizations will be held accountable. Manitowoc County families deserve the same aggressive legal representation.

🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Manitowoc County

Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines—It Happens Here Too

Manitowoc County is home to Lakeshore Technical College (LTC) and is near major universities like University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, St. Norbert College, and Lawrence University—all of which have active Greek life chapters. The same national fraternities and sororities involved in deadly hazing cases nationwide have chapters at or near Manitowoc County campuses, including:

• Pi Kappa Phi
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)
• Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)
• Beta Theta Pi
• Phi Delta Theta
• Sigma Chi
• Kappa Sigma
• Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI)

These organizations have a documented history of hazing deaths and hospitalizations. If your child was forced into dangerous initiation rituals—whether through physical abuse, forced alcohol consumption, sleep deprivation, or psychological torture—you have legal rights.

💔 What Happened to Leonel Bermudez Could Happen in Manitowoc County

A Real Case of Fraternity Hazing—Right Now

Our attorneys are currently representing Leonel Bermudez, a young man who was hospitalized with kidney failure after being subjected to weeks of extreme hazing at the University of Houston’s Pi Kappa Phi chapter, including:

✅ Waterboarding with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
✅ Forced to do 500+ squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
✅ Struck with wooden paddles
✅ Forced to consume milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting
✅ Sleep deprivation and exhaustion from late-night activities
✅ Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing—yet they kept going

Result: Bermudez was hospitalized for four days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure—a life-threatening condition caused by extreme physical exertion.

This is not “tradition.” This is abuse. And it happens in Manitowoc County too.

📜 Manitowoc County Hazing Laws & Your Rights

Wisconsin Has Strong Anti-Hazing Laws—But Universities Often Ignore Them

Wisconsin law explicitly prohibits hazing under Wis. Stat. § 948.51, defining it as:

“Any act committed for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in an organization, that causes or is likely to cause bodily harm, mental harm, or personal degradation.”

This includes:

• Physical abuse (beatings, paddling, forced exercise)
• Forced consumption (alcohol, food, non-food substances)
• Sleep deprivation
• Psychological torture (humiliation, threats, isolation)
• Sexual assault or harassment

Consent is NOT a Defense in Wisconsin

Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Wisconsin law states that consent does not excuse hazing. If a student is injured or killed due to hazing, the fraternity, university, and individual members can be held legally responsible.

Criminal & Civil Liability for Hazing in Manitowoc County

• Criminal charges (misdemeanor or felony, depending on severity)
• Civil lawsuits (compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, punitive damages)
• University accountability (if they failed to prevent hazing despite knowing it was happening)

Manitowoc County families have successfully sued fraternities and universities for hazing in the past—and we can do it again.

💰 Can Manitowoc County Hazing Victims Really Win Millions?

Yes. We’ve Done It Before—And We’re Doing It Right Now.

Hazing cases have resulted in multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts across the country. Manitowoc County victims can recover the same compensation.

If your child was hazed in Manitowoc County, you could recover compensation for:
✔ Medical bills (hospitalization, rehabilitation, therapy)
✔ Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
✔ Lost wages (if the victim missed work or school)
✔ Future medical expenses (if injuries require long-term care)
✔ Punitive damages (to punish the fraternity/university for negligence)

🔍 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Manitowoc County

Step-by-Step Legal Action Guide

If your child was hazed at a Manitowoc County college, university, or Greek organization, time is critical. Evidence disappears quickly, and Wisconsin has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims.

Follow these steps immediately:

1️⃣ Seek Medical Attention

• Even if injuries seem minor, get medical documentation (rhabdomyolysis, concussions, alcohol poisoning, and psychological trauma may not be immediately visible).
• Hospital records are crucial evidence in hazing lawsuits.

2️⃣ Preserve All Evidence

• Save all text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, and social media posts related to hazing.
• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any items used in hazing (paddles, alcohol bottles, etc.).
• Write down names of witnesses, fraternity members, and anyone involved.
• Do NOT delete anything—even if it seems embarrassing or incriminating.

3️⃣ Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer

• Fraternities and universities will try to control the narrative—they may pressure your child to sign documents, give statements, or “resolve it internally.”
• Anything your child says can be used against them in court.
• Do NOT accept a settlement without consulting an attorney—insurance companies will lowball you.

4️⃣ Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately

• Manitowoc County hazing cases require specialized legal expertise.
• We offer FREE consultations—you pay nothing upfront.
• We work on contingency—we only get paid if we win your case.

📞 Call Attorney 911 Now: 1-888-ATTY-911

🌐 Visit: attorney911.com/hazing

🏛️ Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Manitowoc County?

Hazing cases involve multiple liable parties, including:

In our Pi Kappa Phi case, we are suing:
✅ Pi Kappa Phi National Organization
✅ The UH Beta Nu Chapter
✅ University of Houston (for owning the fraternity house)
✅ Individual fraternity members and officers
✅ A former member and his spouse (for hosting hazing at their home)

Manitowoc County families can sue the same parties if hazing occurs here.

🛡️ Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Manitowoc County Hazing Case?

We Are the Nation’s Leading Hazing Litigation Firm

✅ Currently litigating a $10M hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
✅ Former insurance defense attorneys—we know how fraternities and universities try to avoid liability.
✅ Federal court experience—we can pursue your case nationwide.
✅ Dual-state bar admission (Texas & New York)—strategic advantage for cases against national fraternities.
✅ Proven track record—we’ve won millions for personal injury victims, including hazing cases.
✅ We travel to Manitowoc County—we will come to you for depositions, meetings, and trials.
✅ Bilingual representation (English & Spanish)—we serve all Manitowoc County families.

We Don’t Just Talk About Hazing—We’re Fighting It Right Now

“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”
— Lupe Peña, Attorney 911

📞 Manitowoc County Hazing Victims: Call Us Now

Free Consultation • No Upfront Costs • We Only Get Paid If You Win

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com/hazing

We serve hazing victims across Wisconsin, including:

• Manitowoc
• Two Rivers
• Cleveland
• Valders
• St. Nazianz
• Mishicot
• And surrounding areas

If your child was hazed at any Manitowoc County college, university, or Greek organization, we can help.

🚨 Don’t Wait—The Clock is Ticking

Wisconsin has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Evidence disappears quickly, and fraternities/universities will try to cover up their actions.

Call Attorney 911 today for a free, confidential consultation.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

🌐 attorney911.com/hazing

We fight for Manitowoc County hazing victims. Let’s hold them accountable—together.