🛡️ Plymouth County Hazing Lawyers — Protecting Students & Families from Greek Life Abuse
Attorney 911 — Nationwide Legal Emergency Lawyers™ Serving Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Hazing isn’t tradition. It’s torture. And we’re fighting back.
🚨 Plymouth County Parents: Your Child Could Be Next
Hazing happens at universities near Plymouth County. The same fraternities that waterboarded our client in Texas operate chapters at colleges throughout Massachusetts. The same culture of abuse, the same negligence, the same life-threatening rituals.
If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority in Plymouth County, they are at risk.
We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. Our client was hospitalized for four days with kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles. This isn’t happening just in Texas. It’s happening in Plymouth County too.
🏛️ Plymouth County Universities Where Hazing Occurs
Plymouth County is home to prestigious educational institutions where Greek life thrives. These universities include:
- Bridgewater State University — Active Greek community with multiple fraternities and sororities
- Massasoit Community College — Growing Greek presence
- Stonehill College — Strong Greek life culture in nearby Easton
- Nearby institutions like UMass Dartmouth, Bristol Community College, and Curry College also have active Greek organizations
The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths and injuries nationwide — Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi — have chapters at or near Plymouth County universities.
If your child attends or plans to attend college in Plymouth County, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Texas.
⚠️ What Hazing Looks Like in Plymouth County
Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “harmless pranks.” In Plymouth County, hazing includes:
| Type of Hazing | Plymouth County Examples | Medical Risks |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Abuse | Beatings, paddling, branding | Broken bones, internal injuries, concussions |
| Forced Consumption | Alcohol binge drinking, forced eating until vomiting | Alcohol poisoning, choking, organ damage |
| Waterboarding | Simulated drowning with hoses or buckets | Near-drowning, psychological trauma |
| Extreme Exercise | Hundreds of squats, pushups, bear crawls | Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), kidney failure |
| Sleep Deprivation | All-night activities, forced early morning tasks | Exhaustion, accidents, mental health crises |
| Psychological Torture | Humiliation, degradation, threats | PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide risk |
| Sexual Abuse | Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects | Sexual assault, trauma, long-term psychological harm |
This is happening in Plymouth County right now. And universities are doing nothing to stop it.
💔 Plymouth County Families: You Are Not Alone
Our client was afraid to speak out. He feared retribution from the fraternity. He thought no one would believe him. He thought he had to “take it” to be part of the brotherhood.
Plymouth County hazing victims feel the same way.
We understand the shame. We understand the fear. We understand the pressure to stay silent.
But silence protects the abusers. Speaking out protects the next student.
Our attorneys are fighting this battle right now in Texas. We will fight for Plymouth County families with the same determination.
⚖️ Plymouth County Hazing Laws: What You Need to Know
Massachusetts Anti-Hazing Law (M.G.L. c. 269, §§ 17-19)
Definition of Hazing:
Any conduct or method of initiation into any student organization, whether on public or private property, which willfully or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health of any student or other person.
Criminal Penalties:
- Up to $3,000 fine
- Up to 1 year in jail
- Mandatory reporting by school officials
Key Provision:
Consent is NOT a defense. Even if a student agrees to participate, the conduct is still illegal.
Plymouth County Application:
This law applies to all colleges and universities in Plymouth County. If your child was hazed, the perpetrators can be criminally charged.
🏢 Who Is Liable for Plymouth County Hazing?
When hazing occurs in Plymouth County, multiple parties can be held legally responsible:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable | Plymouth County Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing | Bridgewater State’s Pi Kappa Phi chapter |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise, enforce anti-hazing policies | Pi Kappa Phi National, Sigma Alpha Epsilon National |
| University | Failed to protect students, knew or should have known | Bridgewater State University, Stonehill College |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility, directed activities | Fraternity president, pledgemaster |
| Individual Members | Participated in or facilitated hazing | Active members who engaged in abuse |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing at their homes | Plymouth County alumni hosting events |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability | National fraternity insurance policies |
Plymouth County Families: These defendants have deep pockets and insurance policies that can pay for your child’s injuries.
💰 What Plymouth County Hazing Victims Can Recover
Hazing victims in Plymouth County are entitled to full compensation for:
| Category | Plymouth County Examples | Potential Value |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Bills | Hospitalization, ER visits, therapy, medications | $50,000 – $500,000+ |
| Future Medical | Kidney monitoring, dialysis, mental health treatment | $100,000 – $1,000,000+ |
| Lost Wages | Time missed from work during recovery | $10,000 – $100,000 |
| Pain & Suffering | Physical pain from injuries, psychological trauma | $250,000 – $5,000,000+ |
| Mental Anguish | PTSD, anxiety, depression from abuse | $250,000 – $3,000,000+ |
| Punitive Damages | To punish egregious conduct (waterboarding, etc.) | $1,000,000 – $10,000,000+ |
| Wrongful Death | If hazing results in death | $1,000,000 – $20,000,000+ |
Plymouth County Precedent: Hazing cases nationwide have resulted in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. The same results are possible for Plymouth County families.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Plymouth County
IMMEDIATE ACTION STEPS:
-
Get Medical Attention
- Go to the ER or urgent care immediately — even if injuries seem minor
- Document everything medically — this creates evidence for your case
-
Preserve All Evidence
- Take photos of injuries at all stages of healing
- Save all communications — texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs
- Document hazing locations — fraternity houses, off-campus residences
- Get witness names and contact info — other pledges, bystanders
-
Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone
- They will try to control the narrative
- They will pressure you to sign documents
- They will intimidate witnesses
- Let your attorney handle all communication
-
Do NOT Post on Social Media
- Anything you post can be used against you
- Do not delete old posts — that’s destruction of evidence
- Stay quiet online until your case is resolved
-
Call Attorney 911 Immediately
- Free consultation — 1-888-ATTY-911
- No upfront cost — we work on contingency
- We come to Plymouth County — for depositions, meetings, and trials
🎯 Why Plymouth County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW
We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the fight. Plymouth County families get the same aggressive representation.
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know their playbook. We know how they try to minimize claims. We use that knowledge to maximize your recovery.
3. Nationwide Reach — Plymouth County Service
- Federal court authority — U.S. District Court admission
- Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York
- Video consultations — Plymouth County families can meet with us remotely
- We travel to Plymouth County — for depositions, client meetings, and trials
4. Proven Results in Hazing Cases
- $10 million lawsuit pending against Pi Kappa Phi (current case)
- Rhabdomyolysis expertise — specific medical knowledge of muscle breakdown injuries
- Kappa Sigma litigation experience — prior hazing case representation
- Texas A&M hazing cases — institutional accountability experience
5. We Speak Your Language
- Se habla español — Bilingual staff serving Spanish-speaking families
- Cultural understanding — We serve Plymouth County’s diverse community
6. No Upfront Cost for Plymouth County Families
- Contingency fee — You pay nothing unless we win
- No hourly billing — We don’t charge by the hour
- We take the risk — If we don’t win, you owe us nothing
📞 Plymouth County Hazing Victims: Call Now — Free Consultation
Your child’s life and future are at stake. Don’t wait.
24/7 Legal Emergency Hotline for Plymouth County Hazing Victims:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve Plymouth County from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont — and we come to you.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Plymouth County Families
Q: Is hazing really a problem in Plymouth County?
A: Yes. Hazing occurs at colleges and universities throughout Massachusetts, including Plymouth County. The same national fraternities that have killed and hospitalized students nationwide operate chapters near Plymouth County. If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority, they are at risk.
Q: What if my child “consented” to the hazing?
A: Consent is not a defense under Massachusetts law. Even if your child agreed to participate, the conduct is still illegal. Fraternities use peer pressure, threats, and social exclusion to coerce participation. Your child may have felt they had no choice.
Q: Can we sue if the hazing happened off-campus?
A: Yes. Massachusetts anti-hazing law applies on or off campus. If hazing occurred at an off-campus location — like a Plymouth County alumni’s home — the hosts can be held liable.
Q: What if my child is afraid of retaliation?
A: We understand the fear. Our client was afraid to speak out due to potential retribution. We protect our clients. We will ensure your child’s identity is protected during litigation. Speaking out now may prevent another Plymouth County student from being hurt.
Q: How long do we have to take legal action in Plymouth County?
A: Massachusetts has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. However, evidence disappears quickly. Witnesses forget. Organizations destroy records. Contact us immediately to preserve your rights.
Q: What if the fraternity says it was just “tradition”?
A: “Tradition” is not an excuse for abuse. Waterboarding is torture. Forcing someone to drink until they vomit is assault. Making a student do 500 squats until their muscles break down is reckless endangerment. These are not traditions — they are crimes.
Q: Can we sue the university in Plymouth County?
A: Yes. Universities have a duty to protect students from foreseeable harm. If the university knew or should have known about hazing and failed to act, they can be held liable. In our current case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing occurred.
Q: What if my child was hazed at a community college in Plymouth County?
A: Massachusetts anti-hazing law applies to all educational institutions, including community colleges like Massasoit Community College. You have the same legal rights regardless of the type of school.
Q: How much is our Plymouth County hazing case worth?
A: Every case is unique. Factors that increase case value include:
- Severity of injuries
- Medical documentation
- Pattern of abuse at the chapter
- University knowledge and failure to act
- Egregiousness of conduct (waterboarding, etc.)
- Long-term impact on your child’s life
Plymouth County families in similar cases nationwide have recovered millions. We will evaluate your case and pursue maximum compensation.
Q: What if my child is an immigrant or international student?
A: Your child’s immigration status does not affect their right to compensation. We serve Plymouth County’s diverse community, including immigrant and international students. Se habla español.
🔍 Plymouth County Hazing Warning Signs
Parents: Watch for these signs that your child may be experiencing hazing:
| Physical Signs | Behavioral Signs | Academic Signs | Social Signs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unexplained bruises | Withdrawal from family | Declining grades | Avoiding old friends |
| Extreme exhaustion | Sudden mood changes | Missing classes | Only hanging out with fraternity/sorority |
| Weight loss | Anxiety or depression | Falling behind on assignments | Secretive about activities |
| Difficulty walking | Nightmares or insomnia | Skipping exams | Wearing fraternity/sorority gear constantly |
| Signs of alcohol poisoning | Changes in eating habits | Dropping out of extracurriculars | Talking about “pledge tasks” or “tests” |
If you notice these signs, ask your child directly — and contact us immediately.
🏆 Our Commitment to Plymouth County Families
When you hire Attorney 911, you’re not just getting lawyers. You’re getting a team that will:
✅ Fight aggressively for maximum compensation
✅ Protect your child’s privacy and safety
✅ Hold every responsible party accountable — individuals, chapters, nationals, universities
✅ Travel to Plymouth County for depositions, meetings, and trials
✅ Provide remote consultations for Plymouth County families who cannot travel
✅ Work on contingency — no upfront cost, no hourly billing
✅ Communicate regularly — you’ll always know what’s happening with your case
Plymouth County families: We see your child as a person, not a paycheck. We will fight hard for you because we truly care.
📢 Message to Plymouth County Fraternities
To the fraternities operating near Plymouth County:
We are watching. We know your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your national organizations have paid millions in hazing settlements.
If you haze students in Plymouth County, we will find every liable entity. We will pursue every insurance policy. We will hold every individual accountable.
The Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston? SHUT DOWN. Charter surrendered. Criminal referrals initiated. Our client’s $10 million lawsuit is ongoing.
That’s what happens when you haze in Plymouth County.
📞 Plymouth County Hazing Victims: It’s Time to Fight Back
You didn’t deserve this. Your child didn’t deserve this. But you do deserve justice.
Call Attorney 911 now for a free, confidential consultation.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve Plymouth County from Houston, Austin, and Beaumont — and we come to you.
No upfront cost. No hourly billing. No recovery, no fee.
Plymouth County families: Enough is enough.
