Orange County Hazing Lawyer – Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Attorney

Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines. Neither Do We.

If your child was hazed, abused, or hospitalized at a fraternity or sorority near Orange County, Florida, you’re not alone. Right now, our attorneys are litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston—proving that fraternities, sorororities, and universities will be held accountable for the torture and trauma they inflict on students.

The same national organizations operate at universities near Orange County. The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client—waterboarding, forced exercise until collapse, paddling, sleep deprivation—happen in Florida too. And we will fight for Orange County families with the same relentless aggression we’re bringing to this case.

🚨 This Happened in Houston. It Could Happen in Orange County.

The Case That Proves Hazing Is Systemic—and Orange County Families Can Fight Back

In November 2025, our client Leonel Bermudez—a transfer student who wasn’t even enrolled at the University of Houston yet—was hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being subjected to weeks of brutal hazing at Pi Kappa Phi’s UH chapter.

What they did to him:
✔ Waterboarded him with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
✔ Forced him to do 500+ squats and 100+ pushups until he couldn’t stand
✔ Struck him with wooden paddles
✔ Forced him to eat until he vomited, then made him lie in his own vomit
✔ Hog-tied another pledge with an object in his mouth for over an hour
✔ Another pledge collapsed and lost consciousness—they kept hazing anyway

Result: 3 nights, 4 days in the hospital with kidney failure.

Pi Kappa Phi’s response? They closed the chapter—but in their own statement, they said:

“We look forward to returning to campus at the appropriate time.”

No apology. No remorse. Just planning their comeback while our client recovers.

This isn’t just a Houston problem. This is an Orange County problem too.

🔥 Why Orange County Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. We’re Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW—And Winning

• Currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston
• Same strategies available for Orange County victims—no matter where the hazing occurred
• Proven track record in high-stakes personal injury and hazing litigation

2. We Know How to Sue Fraternities, Sororities, and Universities

• Former insurance defense attorneys—we know how fraternities and universities try to avoid liability
• Federal court authority—we can pursue cases nationwide, including in Florida
• Dual-state bar licenses (Texas & New York)—strategic advantage against national organizations

3. We Travel to Orange County for Your Case

• Video consultations available for Orange County families
• We come to Orange County for depositions, trials, and client meetings
• No distance is too far—we’ve represented clients across America

4. We Speak Spanish—Se Habla Español

• Bilingual attorneys and staff—fluent in Spanish
• No language barriers—we serve Orange County’s Hispanic families

5. We Work on Contingency—$0 Upfront

• You pay NOTHING unless we win your case
• No hourly fees, no retainers—we only get paid if you do
• Orange County families deserve aggressive representation without financial stress

6. We’ve Handled Cases Like This Before

• Rhabdomyolysis injury cases (like Bermudez’s kidney failure)
• Kappa Sigma fraternity litigation
• Texas A&M hazing cases
• Hospitalization and wrongful death claims

🏛️ Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Orange County?

Hazing cases aren’t just about suing individual students—they’re about suing the institutions that enabled the abuse.

We pursue every liable party, including:

Orange County families: If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or student organization near you, we will identify every liable party and pursue them aggressively.

💰 How Much Is an Orange County Hazing Case Worth?

Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts—especially when universities and national organizations are involved.

Recent Hazing Case Outcomes (What Orange County Families Can Expect):

Our $10 million demand in the Bermudez case is in line with these precedents—and Orange County families deserve the same aggressive representation.

What Factors Increase Your Case Value?

✅ Severe physical injuries (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage)
✅ Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide attempts)
✅ Sexual assault or abuse (forcible nudity, sexual humiliation, assault)
✅ University ownership of property (premises liability)
✅ Prior hazing incidents at same chapter (pattern of negligence)
✅ National organization’s knowledge (they knew and failed to act)
✅ Cover-up attempts (destroying evidence, intimidating witnesses)

📋 What Should Orange County Families Do If Their Child Was Hazed?

Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can be fatal—seek emergency care
• Alcohol poisoning, head injuries, and internal trauma require immediate treatment
• Document everything—hospital 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, emails)
✔ Get witness names and contact info (other pledges, bystanders)
✔ Do NOT delete anything—even if it’s embarrassing or incriminating
✔ Do NOT sign anything from the fraternity, sorority, or university

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

• They will try to control the narrative—don’t give statements without legal counsel
• They may offer a quick settlement—it will be far less than you deserve
• They may threaten or intimidate you—this is illegal retaliation

Step 4: Contact an Orange County Hazing Lawyer Immediately

• Statute of limitations in Florida: 2 years (but evidence disappears fast)
• The sooner we get involved, the stronger your case
• We handle all communications with the fraternity, university, and their lawyers

Step 5: Report the Hazing (But Do It the Right Way)

• File a police report (hazing is a crime in Florida)
• File a Title IX complaint (if sexual harassment/assault was involved)
• Do NOT rely on the university to investigate—they protect themselves, not you

🚫 Common Mistakes That Ruin Hazing Cases (Orange County Families: Avoid These!)

📞 Orange County Hazing Victims: Call Now for a Free, Confidential Consultation

Time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. The fraternity and university will try to cover it up.

We are here to fight for you.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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Serving Orange County, Florida and nationwide.
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🎯 Why Orange County Families Trust Attorney 911

1. We’re Not Afraid of Big Institutions

Universities and national fraternities have teams of lawyers, PR firms, and insurance adjusters working to minimize your claim. We’ve been on the other side—we know their playbook, and we know how to beat it.

2. We’ve Won Millions for Victims Like You

• $10+ million in hazing litigation (current case)
• Multi-million dollar personal injury settlements
• Former insurance defense attorneys—we know how to maximize your recovery

3. We Fight for Justice, Not Just Money

• Hold abusers accountable—so they can’t hurt another student
• Force institutions to change—so no other family suffers like yours
• Send a message—hazing is torture, and it must stop

4. We Treat You Like Family

Our clients say it best:

“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” — Dame Haskett
“They made me feel like family best Law Firm.” — MOSTHATED MILYYY’
“This place feels like having a family over your case.” — Kiwi Potato

🏛️ Orange County Universities & Greek Life: We’re Watching You

To fraternities and sororities operating near Orange County:

• Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma—we know your chapters.
• We track your house corporations, your alumni chapters, your insurance policies.
• We know your national organizations have paid millions in hazing settlements.
• If you haze students in Orange County, we will find every liable entity—and we will sue them all.

To universities near Orange County:

• University of Central Florida, Rollins College, Valencia College, Seminole State College—we know you have Greek life.
• You have a duty to protect your students.
• If you fail to stop hazing, you will be held accountable—just like the University of Houston.

The message is clear:

We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. And we are coming for every institution, every national organization, and every individual who thinks they can torture our kids and walk away.

📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Orange County Families

1. Can I sue even if my child “consented” to hazing?

YES. Florida law says consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the fraternity, sorority, and university can still be held liable.

2. Can I sue if the hazing happened off-campus?

YES. Hazing is illegal whether it happens on campus, at a fraternity house, or at an off-campus location. We can pursue the fraternity, the individuals, and even the property owners.

3. Can I sue if my child wasn’t a student yet?

YES. Our client wasn’t even enrolled at UH when he was hazed. If your child was recruited and hazed, they have a case.

4. Can I sue if my child is afraid of retaliation?

YES. We protect our clients from retaliation. Many hazing victims fear speaking out—we understand, and we will keep you safe.

5. Can I sue if the hazing didn’t cause physical injuries?

YES. Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) is compensable. Even if your child wasn’t hospitalized, they may have a case.

6. Can I sue if the hazing happened years ago?

Maybe. Florida has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. However, if the hazing was ongoing or the effects were discovered later, you may still have time. Call us immediately to discuss your options.

7. Can I sue if the fraternity was already suspended?

YES. Suspending or closing a chapter doesn’t erase liability. We can still pursue the national organization, the university, and individual members.

8. Can I sue if my child was hazed at a high school?

YES. Hazing happens in high schools too. We represent victims of all ages.

9. Can I sue if my child was hazed in a sports team, band, or club?

YES. Hazing isn’t just a Greek life problem. We represent victims from sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, clubs, and other organizations.

10. Can I afford a lawyer?

YES. We work on contingency—you pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

🚨 Orange County Families: This Is Your Moment

Hazing is not tradition. It’s not brotherhood. It’s not bonding.

It’s torture. It’s assault. It’s abuse.

And it’s time to stop it.

If your child was hazed near Orange County, you have the power to hold the abusers accountable. You have the power to force change so no other family suffers like yours.

We are here to fight for you.

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

Serving Orange County, Florida and nationwide.
Se habla español.