🛡️ Attorney 911: McCormick County’s Trusted Hazing Litigation Experts
Legal Emergency Lawyers™ Serving McCormick County Families from Houston, Austin & Beaumont
When your child becomes a victim of hazing at a college or university near McCormick County, South Carolina, you need immediate, aggressive legal representation that understands both the medical consequences and the institutional failures behind these tragedies. Attorney 911 stands ready to fight for McCormick County families affected by hazing, offering the same expert legal representation we’re currently providing in our landmark $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
🚨 The Hazing Crisis Hits Close to Home in McCormick County
Hazing isn’t just happening in Texas. The same fraternities, the same Greek organizations, and the same dangerous traditions exist at colleges and universities near McCormick County. When a student from McCormick County suffers rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, or psychological trauma from hazing, they deserve justice just as much as our Houston client does.
McCormick County families: you are not alone. We’re already fighting this battle in Texas, and we’re prepared to bring that same aggressive representation to McCormick County victims.
📞 McCormick County Hazing Victims: Call Now for Immediate Help
Legal Emergency Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Available 24/7 for McCormick County families
⚠️ Our Landmark Case: What Hazing Really Looks Like
In November 2025, we filed a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston on behalf of Leonel Bermudez, a young man who suffered severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after weeks of systematic hazing. The abuse included:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose – simulated drowning as a “tradition”
- Forced to perform 500+ squats and 100+ pushups – until he collapsed and couldn’t stand
- Struck with wooden paddles – physical assault as punishment
- Forced consumption of food and milk until vomiting – then forced to continue exercising
- Extreme sleep deprivation – forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours
- Psychological torture – carrying sexual objects, threats of expulsion, humiliation
This happened in Houston. It could happen – and likely is happening – at colleges near McCormick County.
🏛️ Why McCormick County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now
While other firms talk about hazing cases, we’re actively litigating one. Our $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston demonstrates our commitment to holding institutions accountable. McCormick County families get the same aggressive representation we’re providing in Houston.
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides to represent victims. We know exactly how they think, how they strategize, and how they try to minimize claims. This insider knowledge gives McCormick County victims a decisive advantage.
3. Federal Court Authority
We’re admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas. This means we can pursue hazing cases involving McCormick County victims in federal court when appropriate, giving us access to broader legal strategies and resources.
4. Dual-State Bar Admission
Licensed in both Texas and New York, we have the strategic flexibility to pursue national fraternity organizations wherever they’re headquartered. This is critical for McCormick County cases involving out-of-state defendants.
5. Nationwide Service Commitment
While we’re based in Texas, we serve hazing victims across America. Distance is not a barrier to justice. We offer:
- Video consultations for McCormick County families
- Willingness to travel to McCormick County for depositions and meetings
- Remote case management technology
- Coordination with local counsel when needed
6. Se Habla Español
We understand that McCormick County’s diverse community includes Spanish-speaking families who may feel more comfortable discussing sensitive legal matters in their native language. Our bilingual staff ensures that language barriers don’t prevent McCormick County families from getting the justice they deserve.
7. Contingency Fee Representation
McCormick County families pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we win your case. This means:
- No financial risk to you
- We’re fully invested in your success
- You can fight powerful institutions without worrying about legal fees
🏢 Who We Sue for McCormick County Hazing Victims
When we represent McCormick County families in hazing cases, we pursue every responsible party:
- Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapters – The individuals who directly organized and participated in the hazing
- National Organizations – The national fraternity/sorority that failed to supervise and prevent hazing despite knowing about systemic problems
- Universities and Colleges – The institutions that failed to protect students despite having the power and responsibility to do so
- Individual Members – Each person who participated in or facilitated the hazing activities
- Chapter Advisors – Adults who should have known about and prevented the hazing
- Housing Corporations – Entities that own or control property where hazing occurred
- Insurance Companies – The carriers that provide coverage for these institutions
💰 What McCormick County Families Can Recover
Our experience with hazing litigation shows that McCormick County victims may be entitled to compensation for:
Economic Damages:
- Medical expenses – Hospitalization, treatment, rehabilitation, future medical care
- Lost wages – Time missed from work due to injuries
- Educational costs – Tuition and fees for disrupted education
- Future earning capacity – If injuries affect long-term career prospects
Non-Economic Damages:
- Physical pain and suffering – The agony of rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, or other injuries
- Emotional distress – PTSD, anxiety, depression resulting from the abuse
- Humiliation and degradation – Psychological trauma from hazing activities
- Loss of enjoyment of life – Inability to participate in normal activities
Punitive Damages:
In cases of particularly egregious conduct, McCormick County families may be entitled to punitive damages designed to punish the wrongdoers and deter future misconduct. Our waterboarding case clearly qualifies for punitive damages.
📋 What McCormick County Families Should Do Immediately
If your child has been hazed at a college or university near McCormick County, take these steps right now:
- Seek medical attention immediately – Even if injuries seem minor, document everything medically
- Preserve all evidence – Save all text messages, social media posts, photos, videos, and communications
- Do not talk to the organization – They will try to control the narrative and minimize your claim
- Do not post on social media – Anything you post can be used against you
- Do not sign anything – The organization may try to get you to waive your rights
- Contact Attorney 911 immediately – Time is critical; evidence disappears and statutes of limitations apply
⏳ Why Time is Critical for McCormick County Families
- Evidence disappears – Texts get deleted, witnesses forget, organizations destroy records
- Statute of limitations – South Carolina has time limits on filing lawsuits (typically 3 years)
- Medical documentation – Immediate medical records strengthen your case
- Institutional response – Universities and fraternities begin damage control immediately
McCormick County families: don’t wait. Call us now.
🎓 Colleges and Universities Near McCormick County We Can Help
While we’re based in Texas, we serve hazing victims from colleges and universities across the country, including those near McCormick County, South Carolina:
Major Universities in the Region:
- University of South Carolina (Columbia) – Major Greek life presence with multiple fraternities and sororities
- Clemson University – Large Greek system with history of hazing incidents
- University of Georgia (Athens) – Significant Greek life community
- Georgia Institute of Technology – Active fraternity and sorority scene
- Auburn University – Strong Greek culture with multiple chapters
- University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill) – Historic Greek organizations
- Duke University – Active Greek life with potential hazing risks
- Wake Forest University – Fraternities and sororities with oversight challenges
Smaller Colleges and Regional Institutions:
- Lander University (Greenwood, SC) – Public university with Greek organizations
- Erskine College (Due West, SC) – Private college with fraternity and sorority chapters
- Presbyterian College (Clinton, SC) – Active Greek life community
- Newberry College – Fraternities and sororities present
- Piedmont Technical College (Greenwood, SC) – Community college with student organizations
- Anderson University – Private university with Greek organizations
- Coastal Carolina University – Growing Greek life presence
The same national fraternities involved in our Houston case operate at these institutions. If your child was hazed at any college or university near McCormick County, we can help.
🔍 Warning Signs of Hazing for McCormick County Parents
McCormick County parents should be aware of these potential warning signs that your child may be experiencing hazing:
- Unexplained injuries – Bruises, cuts, or other physical marks
- Changes in behavior – Withdrawal, anxiety, depression, or mood swings
- Sleep deprivation – Exhaustion, dark circles under eyes, falling asleep in class
- Secretive behavior – Not wanting to discuss their activities or organization
- Sudden weight loss or gain – Could indicate forced eating or starvation
- Alcohol-related incidents – Blackouts, alcohol poisoning, or unexplained drinking
- Financial changes – Unexplained expenses or requests for money
- Time commitments – Excessive time spent with the organization
- Change in academic performance – Grades dropping, missing classes
- Fear of retribution – Not wanting to speak about their experiences
If you notice these signs, contact us immediately. Your child may be in danger.
📚 Our Hazing Litigation Experience
Specialized Focus Areas:
- Rhabdomyolysis injury recovery – Our current client suffered kidney failure from this condition
- Kappa Sigma fraternity litigation – Experience with major Greek organizations
- Texas A&M University hazing cases – Familiarity with institutional responses
- Hospitalization compensation claims – Documenting medical consequences
- Life-threatening hazing incidents – When hazing becomes criminal
- Wrongful death from hazing – Representing families who’ve lost children
Landmark Case Experience:
- BP Texas City Explosion Litigation – Mass tort experience against major corporations
- Multi-million dollar personal injury cases – Proven track record of large recoveries
- Federal court litigation – Experience in complex federal cases
- Insurance company negotiations – Former defense attorneys understand their tactics
🗣️ What McCormick County Clients Say About Us
“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” – Dame Haskett
“One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello and they said that they would take it. And in the next few months I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.” – Donald Wilcox
“You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client that’s caught in the middle of many other cases. You are FAMILY to them and they protect and fight for you as such.” – Chad Harris
“This place feels like having a family over your case. And communication with you every step of the way. That’s how you know you’re in good hands.” – Kiwi Potato
🏆 Our Proven Results for McCormick County Families
While every case is unique, our experience shows that McCormick County hazing victims can achieve substantial recoveries:
- $10 million – Current demand in our Pi Kappa Phi hazing case
- $10.1 million – Stone Foltz case (Bowling Green State University, Pi Kappa Alpha)
- $6.1 million – Maxwell Gruver jury verdict (LSU, Phi Delta Theta)
- $110+ million – Timothy Piazza settlement (Penn State, Beta Theta Pi)
- Multi-million dollar – Numerous confidential settlements in hazing cases
🛑 To Fraternities and Sororities Near McCormick County: We Are Watching
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Nu, Delta Tau Delta, Alpha Tau Omega, and all other national fraternities operating near McCormick County:
We are tracking your chapters. We know your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your history of hazing incidents.
The same legal strategies that secured multi-million dollar verdicts nationwide apply to your McCormick County chapters.
If you haze students near McCormick County, we will pursue every liable entity – your national organization, your local chapter, your housing corporation, your individual members, and the universities that enable you.
The Pi Kappa Phi chapter that hospitalized our client? SHUT DOWN. Charter surrendered. Criminal referrals initiated. Our client’s $10 million lawsuit is ongoing.
That’s what happens when you haze in America. Your McCormick County chapter could be next.
🏛️ To Universities Near McCormick County: You Are Responsible
University of South Carolina, Clemson University, Lander University, and all other colleges and universities near McCormick County:
You have a legal and moral duty to protect your students. When you own fraternity houses, when you collect fees from Greek organizations, when you have the power to regulate and inspect – you share liability for the hazing that occurs on your watch.
The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was waterboarded. They are named as defendants in our $10 million lawsuit.
If you fail to protect McCormick County students from hazing, you will be held accountable just like UH.
📞 McCormick County Families: Call Now for Justice
Legal Emergency Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Available 24/7 for McCormick County hazing victims
We offer:
- Free, confidential consultations
- Video consultations for McCormick County families
- Willingness to travel to McCormick County
- Contingency fee representation – $0 upfront
- Bilingual staff – Se habla español
🔥 Enough is Enough for McCormick County Families
Hazing isn’t tradition. It isn’t brotherhood. It isn’t building character.
It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture. And it’s illegal.
McCormick County families deserve better. Your children deserve better. The students who come after your children deserve better.
We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. And we’re fighting to end hazing – for our Houston client, for McCormick County victims, and for every student who deserves to be safe on campus.
If your child has been hazed at a college or university near McCormick County, South Carolina, call us now. The time to act is now.
