Hazing Lawyer in Perry County, Alabama – Protecting Students & Families from Greek Life Abuse

Attorney 911: Fighting for Justice in Perry County Hazing Cases

Hazing isn’t just a “rite of passage” – it’s a dangerous, often illegal form of abuse that leaves victims with serious physical and emotional trauma. If your child has been hazed in Perry County, Alabama, you need a legal team that understands the severity of these cases and will fight aggressively for justice.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure from extreme physical abuse. The same fraternities and sororities operate at colleges near Perry County, and we’re ready to bring the same fight to Alabama.

If your child has been hazed in Perry County, call us now: 1-888-ATTY-911

Why Perry County Families Trust Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. We’re Fighting Hazing Right Now – And Winning

Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This case involves:

• Waterboarding with a garden hose
• Forced consumption of food and milk until vomiting
• Extreme physical punishment (500 squats, 100+ pushups, wooden paddles)
• Rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure requiring hospitalization

This isn’t just a past case – it’s happening now. And we’re bringing the same aggressive representation to Perry County families.

2. We Know the Fraternities Operating Near Perry County

The same national fraternities involved in our Houston case have chapters at universities near Perry County, including:

• Pi Kappa Phi (University of Alabama, Auburn University, Tuskegee University)
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) (UA, Auburn, Troy University)
• Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) (UA, Auburn, Samford University)
• Kappa Sigma (UA, Auburn, UAB)

These organizations have a documented history of hazing deaths and injuries nationwide. We track their corporate structures, insurance policies, and prior incidents to maximize compensation for Perry County victims.

3. We Understand Alabama’s Hazing Laws

Alabama has strict anti-hazing laws (Ala. Code § 16-1-23), making hazing a Class C misdemeanor (up to 3 months in jail and $500 fine). If hazing causes serious injury or death, it becomes a Class B felony (up to 20 years in prison).

We know how to use these laws to hold fraternities, universities, and individuals accountable.

4. We Fight for Maximum Compensation

Hazing cases can result in multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts, including:

• Medical expenses (hospitalization, therapy, future care)
• Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
• Lost wages (if the victim misses work or school)
• Punitive damages (to punish the organization for reckless behavior)

Precedent cases show that hazing victims can recover millions:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz, Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
• $6.1 million (Maxwell Gruver, Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza, Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)

5. We Serve Perry County Families – No Matter Where You Are

While we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including Perry County. We offer:
✅ Free consultations (in-person or video)
✅ Contingency fee representation ($0 upfront – we only get paid if you win)
✅ Willingness to travel to Perry County for depositions, trials, and client meetings
✅ 24/7 availability – Call 1-888-ATTY-911 anytime

What Constitutes Hazing in Perry County?

Hazing isn’t just about drinking games – it includes any dangerous, humiliating, or abusive activity used to initiate or maintain membership in a group. Common forms of hazing in Perry County include:

Physical Abuse

• Extreme exercise (forced pushups, squats, running until exhaustion)
• Beatings with paddles, belts, or other objects
• Branding or burning
• Forced consumption of alcohol, food, or non-food substances
• Sleep deprivation
• Exposure to extreme heat or cold

Psychological & Emotional Abuse

• Waterboarding or simulated drowning
• Verbal humiliation and degradation
• Forced nudity or sexual acts
• Isolation from friends and family
• Threats of expulsion or violence

Medical Consequences of Hazing

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
• Alcohol poisoning (potentially fatal)
• Traumatic brain injuries (from beatings or falls)
• Broken bones and internal injuries
• PTSD, anxiety, and depression
• Death

If your child has experienced any of these, they may have a legal claim.

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Perry County Hazing Case?

Hazing isn’t just the fault of individual students – multiple parties can be held legally responsible, including:

1. The Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter

• Directly organized and conducted the hazing
• Chapter officers (president, pledgemaster, risk manager) can be personally liable

2. The National Fraternity/Sorority Organization

• Failed to enforce anti-hazing policies
• Knew about prior hazing incidents but did nothing
• Provided inadequate training and oversight

3. The University or College

• Premises liability (if hazing occurred on campus property)
• Negligent supervision (failed to monitor Greek life)
• Failure to act on prior hazing reports

4. Individual Members & Alumni

• Active participants in hazing can be sued personally
• Alumni who hosted hazing events can be held liable
• Spouses of members who allowed hazing at their homes

5. Insurance Companies

• National fraternities carry multi-million-dollar liability policies
• Universities have institutional insurance
• Homeowners’ insurance may cover off-campus hazing

We pursue every liable party to maximize compensation for Perry County victims.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Perry County

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

• Some injuries (like rhabdomyolysis) may not show symptoms right away
• Medical records are critical evidence in your case

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence
• Save all communications (texts, GroupMe messages, social media posts)
• Get witness contact information (other pledges, bystanders)
• Do NOT delete anything – even if it seems embarrassing

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

• They will try to control the narrative and minimize liability
• Anything you say can be used against you in court
• Never sign anything without legal review

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

• Alabama has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims
• Evidence disappears quickly (texts, photos, witness memories fade)
• The sooner we get involved, the stronger your case will be

Call us now: 1-888-ATTY-911

Why Perry County Families Choose Attorney 911

✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook

Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching to represent victims. We know exactly how they try to deny claims – and we use that knowledge to maximize your compensation.

✅ Federal Court Authority – We Can Pursue Cases Nationwide

We’re admitted to U.S. District Court, allowing us to sue national fraternities anywhere in the country – including Perry County.

✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses (Texas & New York)

This gives us strategic advantages when pursuing national organizations headquartered outside Alabama.

✅ Proven Track Record of Multi-Million-Dollar Results

• $10M+ in our current hazing case
• Millions recovered in wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and hazing cases
• Former BP Texas City explosion litigation (handling complex, high-stakes cases)

✅ We Fight for Justice – Not Just Settlements

While many firms push for quick settlements, we’re willing to take cases to trial if that’s what it takes to get fair compensation. We don’t back down from powerful institutions.

✅ Se Habla Español – Serving Perry County’s Hispanic Families

Many hazing victims in Perry County come from Hispanic families. Our bilingual staff ensures no language barriers prevent justice.

Common Defenses in Hazing Cases – And How We Defeat Them

Fraternities and universities will try to blame the victim to avoid liability. Here’s how we counter their arguments:

Defense: “He Consented to the Hazing”

❌ Our Response: Alabama law explicitly states that consent is NOT a defense to hazing (Ala. Code § 16-1-23). Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity is still liable.

Defense: “It Was Just a Tradition”

❌ Our Response: “Tradition” doesn’t justify torture, assault, or reckless endangerment. Waterboarding, forced exercise until collapse, and beatings are not harmless rituals – they’re illegal and punishable by law.

Defense: “The University Didn’t Know”

❌ Our Response: Universities have a duty to protect students. If they own the fraternity house (like UH did in our case) or have prior hazing reports, they knew or should have known about the danger.

Defense: “It Was Just a Few Bad Apples”

❌ Our Response: Hazing is systemic in Greek organizations. National fraternities have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries – proving it’s not just “a few bad apples,” but a culture of abuse.

Perry County Hazing Case FAQs

1. How much is my hazing case worth?

Every case is different, but hazing cases often result in six- or seven-figure settlements, depending on:

• Severity of injuries (hospitalization, permanent damage, wrongful death)
• Egregiousness of conduct (waterboarding, beatings, forced consumption)
• Defendants’ ability to pay (national fraternities have deep pockets)
• Prior incidents (if the chapter had a history of hazing)

2. How long do I have to file a hazing lawsuit in Alabama?

• Personal injury: 2 years from the date of injury
• Wrongful death: 2 years from the date of death
• Minors: The clock may not start until they turn 19

Don’t wait – evidence disappears, and witnesses forget.

3. Can I sue if my child was hazed off-campus?

Yes. Hazing is illegal whether it happens on or off campus. If it occurred at a fraternity house, private residence, or any other location, you can still pursue a claim.

4. What if my child was drinking during the hazing?

It doesn’t matter. Alabama’s hazing law does not allow consent as a defense. Even if your child consumed alcohol voluntarily, the fraternity is still liable for forcing excessive consumption or other dangerous activities.

5. Will my child get in trouble for reporting hazing?

No. Alabama has anti-retaliation laws protecting students who report hazing. If the fraternity or university retaliates, we can sue them for additional damages.

6. Can I afford a hazing lawyer?

Yes. We work on a contingency fee basis – you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

Perry County Hazing Victims: We’re Here to Help

Hazing is abuse, not tradition. If your child has been harmed by Greek life in Perry County, you don’t have to stay silent.

We’re fighting this battle right now – and we’ll fight for you too.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a Free, Confidential Consultation

📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

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Recent Hazing Cases & Why They Matter for Perry County

Perry County families: These cases prove that hazing victims can – and do – win. We’ll help you get the justice you deserve.

Final Warning to Fraternities Near Perry County

To Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Pike, Kappa Sigma, and all other Greek organizations operating near Perry County:

We are watching.

The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapters.

If you haze students in Perry County, we will find every liable entity – the national organization, the housing corporation, the university, and every individual member.

We already shut down Beta Nu at UH. Your chapter could be next.

Perry County families: If your child has been hazed, call us now. The fight for justice starts today. 🚨 1-888-ATTY-911