Hazing Lawyers Serving Tallapoosa County, Alabama – Attorney 911

Tallapoosa County Families: Your Child Was Hazed. Now What?

If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or other student organization in Tallapoosa County, Alabama—or anywhere in the state—you are not alone. And you are not powerless.

At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston—a case that has exposed waterboarding, forced exercise until kidney failure, and systematic abuse of students. The same fraternities operate in Alabama. The same hazing culture exists here. And we will bring the same aggressive legal fight to Tallapoosa County families who have been betrayed by these institutions.

This Is Not “Tradition.” This Is Abuse.

Hazing is not about “brotherhood” or “team bonding.” It is assault. It is battery. It is psychological torture. And when universities and national organizations allow it to happen—even after prior incidents—they become legally responsible for the harm caused.

If your child was hazed in Tallapoosa County, Alexander City, Dadeville, or anywhere in Alabama, we can help you hold the fraternity, the university, and the individuals accountable.

What Happens in Hazing? The Reality in Tallapoosa County

Hazing in Alabama colleges and universities often includes:

✅ Forced consumption of alcohol – Leading to alcohol poisoning, blackouts, and death
✅ Extreme physical punishment – 100+ pushups, 500+ squats, bear crawls until exhaustion
✅ Waterboarding and simulated drowning – A form of torture used in war, now inflicted on students
✅ Forced eating until vomiting – Then made to continue activities while sick
✅ Sleep deprivation – Forced to drive members at all hours, leading to exhaustion and accidents
✅ Psychological humiliation – Forced nudity, carrying sexual objects, verbal abuse
✅ Being struck with wooden paddles – Physical assault with weapons
✅ Threats of expulsion or retaliation – “If you don’t comply, you’re out—and we’ll make sure you regret it.”

The Medical Consequences Are Real

In our current case, a student was hospitalized for four days with rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and acute kidney failure after being forced to do 500 squats. Other hazing victims have suffered:

• Traumatic brain injuries from beatings or falls
• Alcohol poisoning leading to death
• Permanent kidney damage requiring dialysis
• PTSD, anxiety, and depression from psychological abuse
• Death – at least one hazing death per year in the U.S. since 2000

Tallapoosa County families: If your child was hazed, they could be at risk of serious, lifelong harm. You need to act now.

Who Is Liable for Hazing in Tallapoosa County?

When hazing happens, multiple parties are responsible—and we will pursue them all:

Universities Near Tallapoosa County Have the Same Liability as UH

In our current case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing occurred. They collected rent while students were being waterboarded. They had the power to inspect and shut down the chapter—but they chose not to act.

Alabama universities near Tallapoosa County—including Auburn University, Troy University, and others—face the same liability. If they own or control the property where hazing happens, they are responsible for the harm caused.

$10 Million Demand: The Precedent for Tallapoosa County Families

We are currently suing Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for $10 million after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure. This is not an arbitrary number—it is based on real verdicts and settlements in hazing cases:

Tallapoosa County families: These cases prove that hazing lawsuits win. The same legal strategies apply to Alabama cases. Your child’s suffering deserves compensation—and justice.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Tallapoosa County

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

• If your child is showing signs of rhabdomyolysis (dark urine, severe muscle pain, inability to move), go to the emergency room now.
• Document every injury—take photos, save medical records.
• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked. Some conditions (like kidney damage) may not appear immediately.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Save all communications – Texts, GroupMe messages, Snapchats, Instagram DMs, emails.
• Take screenshots – Before anyone deletes anything.
• Document hazing locations – Fraternity houses, off-campus residences, fields, etc.
• Get witness names – Other pledges, bystanders, anyone who saw what happened.
• Save physical evidence – Clothing, paddles, alcohol containers, anything used in hazing.

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone

• The fraternity will try to control the narrative.
• The university will try to protect its reputation.
• Do not give statements without an attorney present.
• Do not sign anything from the organization.
• Do not post on social media about the incident—anything you say can be used against you.

Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

We offer free, confidential consultations for Tallapoosa County hazing victims. We will:
✔ Evaluate your case – Determine who is liable and what damages you can pursue.
✔ Preserve evidence – Send preservation letters to prevent destruction of records.
✔ Handle all communications – So you don’t have to deal with the fraternity or university.
✔ Fight for maximum compensation – Medical bills, pain and suffering, punitive damages.
✔ Travel to Tallapoosa County – For depositions, trials, and meetings with you.

We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

Why Tallapoosa 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. This isn’t theoretical—we are actively fighting for a hazing victim, and we will bring the same aggressive, experienced representation to Tallapoosa County families.

2. We Know How to Beat the “Consent” Defense

Fraternities will argue: “He agreed to participate. He knew the risks.” Alabama law says otherwise.

In many states, consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, they did not consent to torture, abuse, or life-threatening activities. We know how to destroy this argument in court.

3. We Have Former Insurance Defense Insight

Both of our attorneys—Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena—are former insurance defense lawyers. We know exactly how insurance companies value claims, delay cases, and try to minimize payouts.

We use that knowledge to maximize your recovery—not just for medical bills, but for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and punitive damages.

4. We Serve Tallapoosa County—Even from Houston

While we are based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including Tallapoosa County, Alabama. We offer:

• Video consultations – Meet with us remotely.
• Travel to Tallapoosa County – For depositions, trials, and client meetings.
• Federal court authority – We can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction.
• Dual-state bar licenses – Texas and New York (strategic for national fraternity cases).

Distance is not a barrier to justice.

5. We Work on Contingency—$0 Upfront for Tallapoosa County Families

We understand that the cost of hiring an attorney can be overwhelming—especially when your child is recovering from hazing. That’s why we take hazing cases on a contingency fee basis:

✅ No upfront costs – You pay nothing to hire us.
✅ No hourly fees – We don’t bill by the hour.
✅ No risk – If we don’t win, you owe us nothing.
✅ We only get paid if you get paid – Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict.

Tallapoosa County families: You can afford to fight back.

The Hazing Culture in Alabama: It’s Happening Near You

Alabama Universities with Greek Life Near Tallapoosa County

The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths nationwide—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha—have active chapters at Alabama universities near Tallapoosa County. If your child was hazed in Tallapoosa County, Alexander City, Dadeville, or anywhere in Alabama, we can help.

What Damages Can Tallapoosa County Families Recover?

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

Economic Damages (Quantifiable Losses)

• Medical bills – Hospital stays, ER visits, therapy, future treatment
• Lost wages – Time missed from work due to injuries or recovery
• Future earning capacity – If hazing causes permanent limitations
• Educational disruption – Tuition refunds, lost scholarships, delayed graduation

Non-Economic Damages (Pain and Suffering)

• Physical pain – From beatings, forced exercise, waterboarding, etc.
• Mental anguish – PTSD, anxiety, depression, fear of retaliation
• Emotional distress – Humiliation, shame, loss of trust
• Loss of enjoyment of life – Inability to participate in normal activities
• Disfigurement – Permanent scars from burns, branding, or injuries

Punitive Damages (Punishment for Egregious Conduct)

If the hazing was intentional, reckless, or part of a pattern of abuse, courts may award punitive damages to punish the defendants and deter future hazing.

In our current case, we are seeking punitive damages because:

• The fraternity waterboarded a student (a form of torture).
• They forced exercise until kidney failure.
• They knew about prior hazing incidents and did nothing.
• They planned to return to campus as if nothing happened.

Tallapoosa County families: If your child was subjected to similar abuse, punitive damages may apply.

The Statute of Limitations: Tallapoosa County Families Must Act Now

In Alabama, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is typically 2 years from the date of injury. If you do not file a lawsuit within that time, you lose your right to sue forever.

Why You Can’t Wait

• Evidence disappears – Texts get deleted, witnesses forget.
• Organizations destroy records – Fraternities and universities may shred documents.
• Your child’s health could worsen – Some injuries (like kidney damage) take time to manifest.
• The clock is ticking – Every day you wait is a day closer to losing your legal rights.

If your child was hazed in Tallapoosa County, call us immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions for Tallapoosa County Families

1. “My child was hazed, but they don’t want to sue. Should I still call?”

Yes. Even if your child is hesitant, you should consult an attorney immediately. Many hazing victims:

• Feel loyal to the organization that abused them.
• Fear retaliation if they speak out.
• Don’t realize the legal options available.

We can protect your child’s rights without forcing them to testify if they’re not ready. And if they change their mind later, we’ll be ready to fight.

2. “The fraternity says my child ‘consented’ to hazing. Is that a defense?”

No. In many states, consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, they did not consent to:

• Torture (waterboarding, paddling).
• Life-threatening activities (500 squats causing kidney failure).
• Psychological abuse (humiliation, threats).

We know how to defeat this argument in court.

3. “The university says they didn’t know about the hazing. Can they still be liable?”

Yes. Universities have a legal duty to protect students. If they:

• Own or control the property where hazing occurred,
• Have prior knowledge of hazing at their Greek organizations,
• Fail to implement meaningful oversight,

they can be held liable—even if they claim ignorance.

In our current case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing happened. They knew about a prior hazing incident in 2017 and did nothing. They are named as defendants.

4. “My child was hazed off-campus. Can we still sue the university?”

Possibly. If the hazing was connected to a university-affiliated organization (like a fraternity or sports team), the university may still be liable for failing to supervise or failing to enforce anti-hazing policies.

5. “How much is my child’s hazing case worth?”

Every case is different, but hazing cases often result in multi-million-dollar settlements or verdicts, especially when:

• The hazing caused serious physical injury (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage).
• The university or fraternity knew about prior hazing incidents.
• The hazing included torture-like activities (waterboarding, extreme physical abuse).
• The victim suffered long-term psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression).

In our current case, we are seeking $10 million for a student hospitalized with kidney failure. Tallapoosa County families deserve the same level of compensation.

6. “What if my child was hazed at a small college near Tallapoosa County?”

It doesn’t matter. Hazing happens at large universities and small colleges alike. If your child was hazed at:

• Central Alabama Community College (Alexander City),
• Southern Union State Community College (Wadley),
• Or any other school near Tallapoosa County,

we can help. The legal principles are the same.

7. “We’re not in Alabama full-time. Can you still represent us?”

Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide, including Tallapoosa County families who may be:

• Out-of-state students attending Alabama schools.
• Alabama residents attending schools in other states.
• Families who have moved since the hazing incident.

We offer video consultations and travel to Tallapoosa County for depositions and trials.

The Message to Tallapoosa County Fraternities and Universities

To the Fraternities Operating Near Tallapoosa County:

We know who you are. 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 Tallapoosa County, Alexander City, Dadeville, or anywhere in Alabama, we will find every liable entity—the chapter, the nationals, the university, the individuals.

Pi Kappa Phi’s Beta Nu chapter at UH? Shut down.
The individuals who hazed our client? Named in a $10 million lawsuit.
The university that owned the house? Sued for millions.

Your chapter could be next.

To the Universities Near Tallapoosa County:

You have a legal duty to protect students. If you:

• Own or control fraternity houses where hazing occurs,
• Fail to investigate hazing complaints,
• Ignore prior incidents,

you will be held accountable.

The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was waterboarded. They knew about a prior hazing incident in 2017 and did nothing. They are now facing a $10 million lawsuit.

If your university near Tallapoosa County allows hazing to continue, you could be next.

Tallapoosa County Families: You Are Not Alone

Hazing is isolation. Silence. Fear. But you don’t have to face this alone.

We are Attorney 911—and we are fighting this battle right now. We are representing a hazing victim against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston, and we will bring the same aggressive, experienced legal representation to Tallapoosa County families.

If your child was hazed in Tallapoosa County, call us immediately.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win.

Tallapoosa County families: The time to act is now.