🚨 Hazing Lawyer for Stewart County Families – Justice for Victims of Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

Stewart County parents: Your child trusted these organizations. That trust was betrayed.

At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting 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. The same fraternities and sororities operate at colleges near Stewart County. The same negligence exists at Stewart County institutions. And we will bring the same aggressive representation to Stewart County families.

If your child was hazed in Stewart County, you have legal rights – no matter where the incident occurred. Call us now for a free, confidential consultation.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)

Email: ralph@atty911.com
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🔥 The Hazing Crisis in Stewart County and Beyond

Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s not “building brotherhood.” It’s abuse, assault, and sometimes manslaughter. And it’s happening right here in Georgia – at colleges and universities near Stewart County.

Stewart County Families: This Could Happen to Your Child

Fraternities and sororities at colleges near Stewart County engage in dangerous hazing rituals.
Universities fail to protect students despite knowing the risks.
National organizations ignore warnings until someone gets hurt – or killed.
Victims are pressured to stay silent, fearing retaliation or social ostracism.

We are fighting this battle right now. Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. The same fraternities and sororities that operate near Stewart County have a documented history of hazing, injury, and death. Stewart County families deserve the same aggressive representation we’re providing in Houston.

💔 What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Stewart County

Our client, Leonel Bermudez, accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston. What followed was weeks of systematic abuse that hospitalized him with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure. He spent four days in the hospital fighting for his life.

The Hazing Activities That Hospitalized Our Client:

Waterboarding with a garden hose – Simulated drowning, a form of torture
Forced to do 500+ squats and 100+ pushups – Until he collapsed and couldn’t stand
Struck with wooden paddles – Physical assault with weapons
Forced eating until vomiting – Large amounts of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns
Sleep deprivation – Forced to drive fraternity members during early morning hours
Psychological torture – Carrying sexual objects, threats of expulsion, humiliation

This didn’t happen in some distant state. This happened at a major university. The same fraternities and sororities operate at colleges near Stewart County. The same negligence exists at Stewart County institutions. And the same legal rights apply to Stewart County victims.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Stewart County Hazing Victim

If your child was hazed in Stewart County, you may be entitled to compensation for:

Medical expenses (hospitalization, therapy, future treatment)
Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
Lost wages (time missed from work or school)
Educational disruption (dropped classes, delayed graduation)
Punitive damages (to punish the organization and prevent future hazing)

Who Can Be Held Liable?

We pursue every responsible party, including:

Local fraternity/sorority chapters – The individuals who planned and participated in hazing
National organizations – For failing to supervise and enforce anti-hazing policies
Universities and colleges – For failing to protect students despite knowing the risks
Individual members – Chapter presidents, pledgemasters, and active members who participated

Stewart County families: You don’t have to face this alone. We will fight for you.

🏛️ The Legal Framework: Georgia and Federal Law Protect Hazing Victims

Georgia Anti-Hazing Law

Georgia has strong anti-hazing laws that protect students. Under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-61, hazing is a misdemeanor that can carry jail time and fines. If hazing results in serious bodily injury or death, it can be charged as a felony.

Key Provisions:

Consent is not a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the organization can still be held liable.
Organizations can be penalized. Fraternities, sororities, and universities can face fines and loss of recognition.
Individuals face criminal charges. Those who plan or participate in hazing can be prosecuted.

Civil Liability: Holding Organizations Accountable

Beyond criminal charges, hazing victims can file civil lawsuits to recover compensation. These lawsuits can target:

Negligence – Failure to protect students from foreseeable harm
Premises liability – If hazing occurred on university-owned property
Assault and battery – Physical abuse during hazing
Intentional infliction of emotional distress – Psychological trauma from abuse

Stewart County families: You have the right to pursue justice through both criminal and civil avenues.

💰 Precedent Cases: Hazing Victims Win Millions

Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. These cases show that juries and courts take hazing seriously – and so should Stewart County institutions.

Recent Hazing Verdicts and Settlements:

Case	University	Fraternity	Outcome	Amount
Stone Foltz	Bowling Green State	Pi Kappa Alpha	Settlement	$10.1 million
Maxwell Gruver	Louisiana State	Phi Delta Theta	Jury Verdict	$6.1 million
Timothy Piazza	Penn State	Beta Theta Pi	Settlement	$110+ million
Andrew Coffey	Florida State	Pi Kappa Phi	Settlement	Confidential (major)
Adam Oakes	Virginia Commonwealth	Delta Chi	Settlement	$4+ million

Stewart County families: These results are possible for your case. The same legal strategies apply.

🚨 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Stewart County

If your child was hazed, time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and legal deadlines approach. Follow these steps to protect your rights:

1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Even if injuries seem minor, get a medical evaluation.
Document all injuries, symptoms, and treatments.
Medical records are crucial evidence for your case.

2. Preserve All Evidence

Save all communications: Text messages, emails, social media posts, GroupMe chats.
Take photos/videos: Injuries, hazing locations, items used in hazing.
Document witness information: Names and contact info of other victims or bystanders.
Keep all physical evidence: Clothing, objects used in hazing.

3. Do NOT Confront the Organization Alone

Do not talk to fraternity/sorority leaders without legal counsel.
Do not sign anything from the organization or university.
Do not post about the incident on social media.

4. Report the Incident

File a police report. Hazing is a crime in Georgia.
Report to the university. Request a Title IX investigation if applicable.
Report to the national organization. Many have anonymous reporting systems.

5. Contact an Experienced Hazing Lawyer

Call Attorney 911 at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation.
We will evaluate your case and explain your legal options.
We work on contingency – you pay nothing unless we win.

🎯 Why Stewart County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We Are Fighting This Battle Right Now

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases, and we know how to win. Stewart 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 to represent victims. We know their playbook – and we use that knowledge to dismantle their defenses and maximize your recovery.

3. Nationwide Reach – We Serve Stewart County Families

While we are based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Stewart County. Our federal court authority and dual-state bar licenses allow us to pursue cases across the country.

4. Contingency Fee Representation – No Upfront Costs

We understand that Stewart County families may be concerned about the cost of legal representation. That’s why we take hazing cases on contingency – you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

5. Bilingual Representation – Se Habla Español

Our bilingual staff ensures that Spanish-speaking Stewart County families receive the same high-quality representation without language barriers.

6. We Travel to Stewart County

We will come to Stewart County for depositions, client meetings, and trials. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

📢 Our Message to Stewart County Fraternities and Sororities

To the fraternities and sororities operating near Stewart County:

We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter. If your organization engages in hazing, we will pursue every liable entity – the local chapter, the national organization, the university, and individual members.

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi – if your chapter operates near Stewart County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.

Universities near Stewart County: The same institutional negligence that made the University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now or face the same accountability.

🗣️ Testimonials: How We’ve Helped Victims Like You

“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.”
— Dame Haskett

“One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello and they said that they would take it. And in the next few months, I got a call to pick up this handsome check.”
— Donald Wilcox

“The Manginello Law Firm treated me with honesty and respect from the very beginning. I was able to trust the firm to advocate for me.”
— Debra Cambric-Chisolm

📞 Stewart County Families: Contact Us Today

If your child was hazed in Stewart County, you are not alone. We are here to fight for you.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Video Consultations Available

We serve Stewart County families on a contingency basis – you pay nothing unless we win your case.

🏢 Our Offices Serving Stewart County Families

Houston Office (Headquarters)

1177 W Loop S, Suite 1600
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 528-9070

Austin Office

Serving Stewart County families remotely and in-person as needed

Beaumont Office