🚨 Hazing Victims in San Mateo County: You Are Not Alone. We Are Fighting For You.
San Mateo County families — if your child has been hazed, abused, or injured in a fraternity, sorority, or student organization, we can help.
Attorney 911 is currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, struck with wooden paddles, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This isn’t just hazing — it’s torture. And it’s happening right here in California, at universities near San Mateo County.
We know the same fraternities operate at San Mateo County institutions. We know the same negligence exists at San Mateo County universities. And we are ready to fight for San Mateo County families with the same intensity we’re bringing to our current case.
⚠️ What Is Hazing? It’s Not What You Think.
Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “tradition.” Under California law, hazing includes:
✅ Physical abuse — Beatings, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion
✅ Forced consumption — Alcohol, food, or non-food substances until vomiting or passing out
✅ Psychological torture — Waterboarding, humiliation, threats, sleep deprivation
✅ Sexual abuse — Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
✅ Servitude — Forced cleaning, driving, errands for members
This is what happened to our client in Houston. This is what happens to students at universities near San Mateo County.
💔 The Reality of Hazing in San Mateo County
San Mateo County is home to prestigious universities and colleges where Greek life thrives. The same national fraternities and sororities involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits nationwide have active chapters at:
- Stanford University
- Santa Clara University
- Menlo College
- Notre Dame de Namur University
- College of San Mateo
- Skyline College
- Cañada College
These institutions are not immune. The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client in Houston exist at San Mateo County fraternities and sororities. The same culture of secrecy, intimidation, and abuse thrives here.
San Mateo County parents — your children are at risk.
🏢 Who Is Responsible? Everyone Who Allowed It.
In our current case, we are suing:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Pi Kappa Phi National | Failed to supervise despite knowing about “hazing crisis” |
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| University of Houston | Owned the fraternity house; failed to prevent hazing |
| Individual Members | Participated in or facilitated hazing |
| Former Members | Allowed hazing at their homes |
The same liability applies to San Mateo County cases. Universities near San Mateo County have a duty to protect students. When they fail, they must be held accountable.
💰 What Is Your Case Worth? Multi-Million Dollar Precedents Exist.
Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Recent examples:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | $10.1 million settlement |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | $110 million+ settlement |
| Adam Oakes | Virginia Commonwealth | Delta Chi | $4+ million settlement |
Our $10 million demand is in line with these precedents. San Mateo County victims can achieve the same results.
⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a San Mateo County Hazing Victim
California Law Protects You
California has strong anti-hazing laws (Education Code § 32050-32054):
- Hazing is a crime — Misdemeanor or felony depending on severity
- Consent is not a defense — Even if a student “agreed” to participate, it’s still illegal
- Organizations can be penalized — Fines, loss of recognition, forfeiture of property
- Universities can be liable — Failure to protect students creates institutional liability
Civil Lawsuits Allow You To:
✅ Hold individuals accountable — Every person who participated can be sued
✅ Hold institutions accountable — Universities and national organizations
✅ Recover compensation — Medical bills, therapy, lost wages, pain and suffering
✅ Send a message — Prevent future hazing at San Mateo County institutions
🚨 What To Do If Your Child Was Hazed in San Mateo County
Immediate Action Steps:
- Get medical attention — Document all injuries, physical and psychological
- Preserve all evidence — Texts, photos, videos, social media, witness names
- Do NOT talk to the organization — They will try to control the narrative
- Do NOT post on social media — Anything you post can be used against you
- Contact an attorney — Free consultation available; know your rights
Evidence Preservation Checklist:
| Evidence Type | What To Save |
|---|---|
| Medical Records | Hospital visits, doctor notes, therapy records |
| Photos/Videos | Injuries, hazing activities, locations |
| Communications | Texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, emails |
| Witness Information | Names and contact info of other victims or witnesses |
| Documents | Pledge manuals, schedules, rules |
| Financial Records | Medical bills, lost wages, tuition fees |
📞 San Mateo County Families: Contact Us Now
We are Attorney 911 — Legal Emergency Lawyers™. We fight for hazing victims nationwide, including San Mateo County.
How We Can Help San Mateo County Victims:
✅ Free case evaluation — We’ll review your case at no cost
✅ Contingency fee representation — You pay nothing unless we win
✅ Aggressive litigation — We sue individuals, chapters, nationals, and universities
✅ Remote consultations — Video meetings available for San Mateo County families
✅ We come to you — Travel to San Mateo County for depositions and meetings
✅ Federal court authority — U.S. District Court admission for nationwide cases
✅ Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York; strategic advantage
Contact Us 24/7:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
San Mateo County hazing victims — you are not alone. We are fighting this battle right now, and we will fight for you.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions for San Mateo County Families
Q: “My child was hazed but doesn’t want to report it. Should we still contact an attorney?”
A: Yes. Many victims fear retaliation or social consequences. We can advise you on your options confidentially. Often, reporting can be done anonymously at first. The most important thing is to preserve evidence before it disappears.
Q: “We’re in San Mateo County. Can Attorney 911 really help us?”
A: Absolutely. While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide. We have:
- Federal court authority to pursue cases anywhere in America
- Experience with multi-state defendants (national fraternities)
- Willingness to travel to San Mateo County for your case
- Remote consultation technology for San Mateo County families
Q: “Is it worth pursuing a lawsuit? My child wasn’t seriously injured.”
A: Yes. Even minor hazing can cause:
- Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
- Academic disruption
- Social isolation
- Long-term trust issues
You may be entitled to compensation for therapy, academic impacts, and pain and suffering. Additionally, pursuing legal action can prevent future hazing at your child’s school.
Q: “The fraternity says my child ‘consented’ to hazing. Does that matter?”
A: No. Under California law, consent is not a defense to hazing. The law explicitly states that even if a student agreed to participate, hazing is still illegal. Fraternities use this argument to intimidate victims — don’t let them.
Q: “How long do we have to file a lawsuit?”
A: In California, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is 2 years from the date of injury. However, some factors (like delayed discovery of psychological harm) may extend this deadline. Contact us immediately — evidence disappears quickly, and your rights expire.
Q: “Will my child have to testify in court?”
A: Most cases settle without going to trial. If your case does go to trial, your child may need to testify, but we prepare our clients thoroughly and support them every step of the way. Many victims find the process empowering — finally having their voice heard.
Q: “How much does it cost to hire Attorney 911?”
A: Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery, so our interests are aligned with yours. If we don’t win, you owe us nothing.
🔥 Why San Mateo County Families Choose Attorney 911
We Are Not Just Lawyers — We Are Your Advocates
✅ We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case — We know how to win
✅ Former insurance defense attorneys — We know how defendants will fight back
✅ Federal court authority — Can pursue cases nationwide, including San Mateo County
✅ Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York; strategic advantage
✅ Se habla español — Bilingual staff serving Spanish-speaking families
✅ Proven results — Multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts
✅ Compassionate representation — We treat San Mateo County families like family
Our Approach to San Mateo County Hazing Cases:
- Immediate Response — We act fast to preserve evidence and protect your rights
- Comprehensive Investigation — Medical experts, hazing culture experts, institutional negligence experts
- Aggressive Litigation — We sue everyone responsible: individuals, chapters, nationals, universities
- Strategic Negotiation — We fight for maximum compensation at every stage
- Trial-Ready — If defendants won’t settle fairly, we take them to court
- Holistic Support — We connect San Mateo County families with counseling and support resources
🎯 The Message to San Mateo County Fraternities and Universities
To the fraternities operating near San Mateo County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapters. If your San Mateo County chapter harms students, we will pursue every liable entity. We already shut down the UH chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. Your chapter could be next.
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, and every national fraternity with chapters near San Mateo County:
We track your house corporations. We know your insurance policies. We know your documented history of hazing deaths. If your San Mateo County chapters harm students, we will use every piece of this intelligence to hold you accountable.
To universities in San Mateo County:
The same institutional negligence that made University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. You own the fraternity houses. You have the power to regulate. You have the duty to protect. Act now, or face the same accountability.
📢 Enough Is Enough, San Mateo County
Hazing has claimed too many lives. It has destroyed too many futures. It has traumatized too many families.
Andrew Coffey. Maxwell Gruver. Timothy Piazza. Stone Foltz. Adam Oakes. And now Leonel Bermudez.
How many more?
San Mateo County families — it’s time to say ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.
If your child has been hazed, abused, or injured in a San Mateo County fraternity, sorority, or student organization, contact Attorney 911 today.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
We are fighting this battle right now. We will fight for you.
