🚨 Hazing Lawyers Serving Phillips County, Kansas – Attorney 911
Fraternity & Sorority Hazing Victims in Phillips County Deserve Justice
If your child was hazed at a college or university near Phillips County, Kansas—whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or other student organization—you have legal rights. Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now in Texas, and we will bring the same aggressive representation to Phillips County families.
📍 Why Phillips County Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases
1️⃣ We’re Fighting This Fight RIGHT NOW
We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This isn’t theoretical—we’re in the courtroom fighting for hazing victims today, and we will do the same for Phillips County families.
2️⃣ Nationwide Reach – We Serve Phillips County, Kansas
While we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Phillips County, Kansas. We have:
✅ Federal court authority – Can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
✅ Dual-state bar licenses – Texas and New York
✅ Willingness to travel – We come to Phillips County for depositions, trials, and client meetings
✅ Remote consultations – Phillips County families can meet with us via video
3️⃣ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook
Both of our attorneys—Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña—worked for insurance companies and national defense firms before switching sides to represent victims. We know exactly how they try to deny, delay, and minimize claims, and we use that insider knowledge to maximize compensation for Phillips County hazing victims.
4️⃣ Proven Track Record in High-Stakes Cases
- $10M hazing lawsuit currently pending (University of Houston / Pi Kappa Phi)
- Multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury and wrongful death cases
- BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience)
- Federal court experience (U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas)
- Hundreds of cases won by exposing flawed evidence
5️⃣ We Speak Spanish – Se Habla Español
Many hazing victims in Phillips County come from Spanish-speaking families. We provide full legal services in Spanish, including:
✔ Initial consultations in Spanish
✔ Ongoing case communication in Spanish
✔ Document translation and explanation
✔ Courtroom interpretation coordination
6️⃣ $0 Upfront – We Work on Contingency
We understand that Phillips County families may be concerned about legal costs. We take hazing cases on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict, so there’s no financial risk to you.
🔍 What Counts as Hazing in Phillips County, Kansas?
Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “tradition”—it’s abuse, assault, and sometimes criminal conduct. Under Kansas law (and similar laws nationwide), hazing includes:
🚫 Physical Abuse
- Forced exercise to exhaustion (e.g., 500 squats, pushups until collapse)
- Beatings with paddles, belts, or other objects
- Branding, burning, or physical restraints
- Waterboarding or simulated drowning (as seen in our current case)
- Extreme sleep deprivation
🚫 Forced Consumption
- Binge drinking (forced alcohol consumption)
- Eating until vomiting (e.g., milk, hot dogs, peppercorns)
- Consuming non-food substances
- Drugs or other harmful substances
🚫 Psychological & Sexual Abuse
- Humiliation rituals (e.g., forced to carry sexual objects, strip in public)
- Isolation or confinement
- Sexual assault or harassment
- Threats of expulsion or physical harm
🚫 Servitude & Exploitation
- Forced to drive members at all hours
- Cleaning, cooking, or other servitude
- Financial exploitation (paying for events, alcohol, or other costs)
💡 Did your child experience any of these at a college near Phillips County? Call us now: 1-888-ATTY-911
🏛️ Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Phillips County?
Hazing cases involve multiple defendants with deep pockets. We pursue every liable party, including:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable | Phillips County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized hazing | Any fraternity/sorority chapter near Phillips County |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing | Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, etc. |
| University/College | Owned property; failed to protect students | Fort Hays State, Kansas State, other regional schools |
| Individual Members | Participated in or facilitated hazing | Chapter officers, pledgemasters, active members |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing events at their homes | Former members who allowed abuse |
| Housing Corporations | Owned fraternity/sorority property | Entities that control chapter houses |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability | Policies that should pay for damages |
💰 The national fraternities and universities have MILLIONS in assets and insurance. We know how to access those funds for Phillips County victims.
💸 What Compensation Can Phillips County Hazing Victims Recover?
Hazing victims can recover economic and non-economic damages, including:
💵 Economic Damages (Measurable Losses)
- Medical bills (hospitalization, therapy, future treatment)
- Lost wages (time missed from work or internships)
- Future earning capacity (if injuries affect career)
- Tuition & academic losses (if hazing disrupted education)
😢 Non-Economic Damages (Pain & Suffering)
- Physical pain from injuries (e.g., rhabdomyolysis, broken bones)
- Mental anguish (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
- Humiliation & emotional distress (from degrading rituals)
- Loss of enjoyment of life (impact on college experience)
💥 Punitive Damages (To Punish & Deter)
If the conduct was particularly egregious (e.g., waterboarding, forced alcohol poisoning), juries may award punitive damages to send a message.
📊 Recent Hazing Verdicts & Settlements:
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | Settlement | $10.1M+ |
| Max Gruver | Phi Delta Theta | Louisiana State | Jury Verdict | $6.1M |
| Tim Piazza | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | Settlement | $110M+ |
| Andrew Coffey | Pi Kappa Phi | Florida State | Settlement | Confidential |
| Leonel Bermudez | Pi Kappa Phi | University of Houston | $10M Lawsuit Pending | TBD |
💡 Phillips County families: These same results are possible for your case.
⚖️ Kansas Hazing Laws – What Phillips County Families Need to Know
📜 Kansas Anti-Hazing Statute (K.S.A. 21-5417)
Kansas law defines hazing as:
“Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a student against another student for the purpose of initiation into, affiliation with, or maintaining membership in any organization.”
Penalties for Hazing in Kansas:
- Class A misdemeanor (up to 1 year in jail and $2,500 fine)
- If serious bodily injury or death occurs: Felony charges (prison time)
- Organizations can be fined up to $5,000
🚨 Important: Consent is NOT a defense—even if your child “agreed” to participate, the organization can still be held liable.
🚨 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Phillips County
✅ Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately
- Rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, and head injuries can be life-threatening—seek medical care right away.
- Document all injuries (photos, medical records, hospital bills).
✅ Step 2: Preserve Evidence
- Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, emails).
- Take screenshots of any social media posts about hazing.
- Write down witness names and contact info.
- Do NOT delete anything—this could be critical evidence.
✅ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer
- They will try to minimize the incident, shift blame, or intimidate your child.
- Anything your child says can be used against them in court.
✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately
- Statute of limitations: You have 2 years to file a lawsuit in Kansas.
- Evidence disappears fast—witnesses forget, messages get deleted, organizations cover up.
- Call us 24/7: 1-888-ATTY-911
🎯 Why Phillips County Families Should Act NOW
⏳ The Clock is Ticking
- Kansas has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
- If you wait, you could lose your right to sue forever.
📉 Evidence Disappears
- Texts get deleted
- Witnesses forget details
- Organizations destroy records
- Security footage gets erased
💰 Early Action = Stronger Case
- The sooner we get involved, the sooner we can preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and build your case.
- Insurance companies take cases more seriously when victims have legal representation.
📞 Phillips County Hazing Victims – Call Now for a Free Consultation
If your child was hazed at a college or university near Phillips County, Kansas, call Attorney 911 now.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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💡 We offer:
✔ Free, confidential consultations
✔ $0 upfront – we work on contingency
✔ Remote video meetings for Phillips County families
✔ Spanish-speaking attorneys (Se habla español)
✔ Aggressive representation – we don’t back down from fraternities or universities
🏆 Our Promise to Phillips County Families
1️⃣ We Will Fight for Maximum Compensation
We know how to build strong cases, negotiate with insurance companies, and take cases to trial if necessary. We won’t accept lowball offers.
2️⃣ We Will Hold Every Liable Party Accountable
From the local chapter members to the national organization to the university, we will pursue every defendant with assets or insurance.
3️⃣ We Will Protect Your Child from Retaliation
Hazing victims often fear social backlash or academic consequences. We ensure your child is protected throughout the legal process.
4️⃣ We Will Travel to Phillips County
We come to you for depositions, trials, and client meetings—distance is not a barrier to justice.
5️⃣ We Will Not Stop Until Justice is Served
We are not afraid of fraternities, universities, or their legal teams. We have 25+ years of litigation experience, and we will fight aggressively for Phillips County families.
🔥 Fraternities Near Phillips County, Kansas – Attorney 911 is Watching
To the fraternities operating at colleges and universities near Phillips County:
We are actively investigating hazing incidents across the country, including in Kansas. The same legal strategies that won $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Chi, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi—if your chapter operates near Phillips County, know this:
- We are tracking your house corporations, alumni chapters, and insurance policies.
- We know your national organizations have paid millions in hazing settlements.
- If you haze students in Phillips County, we will sue every liable entity.
- We already shut down the Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter at UH. Your chapter could be next.
Universities near Phillips County: The same institutional negligence that made the University of Houston a defendant exists on your campus. Act now—or face the same accountability.
📢 To Phillips County Parents: Your Child Deserves Better
You sent your child to college expecting them to be safe, supported, and respected. Instead, they were tortured, humiliated, and endangered—all in the name of “tradition.”
This is not okay. This is not acceptable. And it must stop.
If your child was hazed at a college near Phillips County, call us now. We will fight for them like they’re our own child.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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⚠️ Phillips County families: Time is running out. Call today.