Hazing Victims in Wayne County, Georgia: Your Legal Rights and How to Seek Justice

🚨 Hazing Is Happening in Wayne County — And It’s More Dangerous Than You Think

Wayne County families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. They trust that universities and Greek organizations will protect their students. But the harsh reality is that hazing is happening right here in Wayne County, Georgia — and it’s not just harmless “tradition.”

It’s abuse. It’s torture. And it’s illegal.

At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure from extreme hazing. This same fraternity — and others like it — operates at universities near Wayne County.

If your child has been hazed in Wayne County, you have legal rights. And we will fight for you.

🔍 What Is Hazing? (It’s Not What You Think)

Hazing is often dismissed as “boys being boys” or “just part of joining a group.” But in reality, hazing is abuse disguised as tradition. Under Georgia law, hazing includes:

✅ Physical abuse – Beating, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion
✅ Forced consumption – Alcohol, food, or other substances until vomiting or passing out
✅ Psychological torture – Waterboarding, humiliation, sleep deprivation
✅ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
✅ Dangerous activities – Extreme physical challenges that risk injury or death

This isn’t just “initiation.” It’s assault. It’s battery. And it’s against the law.

💔 Real Hazing Cases in Georgia and Beyond

📌 Case 1: The $10 Million Fight We’re Leading Right Now

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (University of Houston)
Fraternity: Pi Kappa Phi
Hazing: Waterboarding, 500 squats, wooden paddles, forced eating until vomiting
Result: Hospitalized for 4 days with kidney failure
Our Lawsuit: $10 million filed against Pi Kappa Phi, UH, and individuals

Why This Matters to Wayne County:

• Pi Kappa Phi has chapters at universities near Wayne County.
• The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client happen here.
• Universities near Wayne County have the same duty to protect students — and the same liability when they fail.

📌 Case 2: The $6.1 Million Verdict That Changed the Law

Victim: Maxwell Gruver (LSU)
Fraternity: Phi Delta Theta
Hazing: Forced drinking until death (BAC 0.495 — 6x the legal limit)
Result: $6.1 million jury verdict + Max Gruver Act (hazing now a felony in Louisiana)

📌 Case 3: The $110 Million Settlement That Shook Fraternities

Victim: Timothy Piazza (Penn State)
Fraternity: Beta Theta Pi
Hazing: Forced drinking, fell down stairs, fraternity members waited 12 hours to call 911
Result: $110+ million settlement + Timothy Piazza Antihazing Law

These cases prove one thing: Hazing victims can — and do — win big. The same justice is available to Wayne County families.

⚖️ Georgia Hazing Laws: What You Need to Know

Georgia has strong laws against hazing, and consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law still holds the perpetrators accountable.

📜 Georgia Code § 16-5-61 – Hazing

• Hazing is a misdemeanor (up to 12 months in jail, $1,000 fine)
• If hazing causes serious injury or death, it’s a felony (1-5 years in prison)
• Organizations can be fined up to $10,000
• Universities can lose recognition of Greek organizations

🚫 Consent Is NOT a Defense

“It is not a defense to prosecution that the victim consented to the hazing.” — Georgia Code § 16-5-61

This means:

• Even if your child “agreed” to hazing, the fraternity/university can still be held liable.
• The law recognizes that peer pressure, fear of exclusion, and coercion make true consent impossible.

🏛️ Who Can Be Held Liable in Wayne County Hazing Cases?

Hazing doesn’t just involve the students who participated. Multiple parties can — and should — be held accountable.

Wayne County families: If your child was hazed, we will pursue every liable party — no matter how powerful they are.

💰 What Compensation Can Wayne County Hazing Victims Recover?

Hazing causes physical, emotional, and financial harm. Wayne County victims may be entitled to compensation for:

Recent hazing cases have resulted in:

• $6.1 million jury verdicts
• $10+ million settlements
• $110+ million in total compensation

Wayne County families: You deserve the same justice.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Wayne County

✅ Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening.
• Medical records are critical evidence.

✅ Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Save all texts, social media messages, and emails about hazing.
• Take photos of injuries at all stages of healing.
• Document witness names and contact information.
• Keep all medical records and bills.

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

• They will try to control the narrative.
• They will pressure your child to stay silent.
• Anything you say can be used against you.

✅ Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

• We offer FREE, confidential consultations.
• We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win.
• We will preserve evidence, file claims, and fight for maximum compensation.

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

🎯 Why Wayne County Families Choose Attorney 911

1️⃣ 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.
• Wayne County families get the same aggressive representation.

2️⃣ We Have Insider Knowledge

• Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena are former insurance defense attorneys.
• We know how insurance companies and fraternities try to minimize claims.
• We use that knowledge to maximize your compensation.

3️⃣ We Have a Proven Track Record

• $6.5 million personal judgment against a fraternity president (Stone Foltz case).
• Millions recovered for victims of negligence, assault, and institutional failure.
• 25+ years of litigation experience — we’ve seen it all.

4️⃣ We Will Travel to Wayne County

• We are based in Texas, but we serve hazing victims nationwide.
• We offer video consultations for Wayne County families.
• We will travel to Wayne County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.

5️⃣ We Work on Contingency — No Upfront Costs

• You pay nothing unless we win your case.
• No hourly fees, no retainers.
• We take the risk so you can focus on recovery.

🚨 Warning Signs of Hazing in Wayne County

Hazing often starts subtly and escalates. Parents and students should watch for:

✔ Sudden changes in behavior (withdrawal, anxiety, depression)
✔ Unexplained injuries (bruises, burns, sprains)
✔ Extreme fatigue or sleep deprivation
✔ Sudden weight loss or gain (from forced eating or exercise)
✔ Avoiding certain people or places
✔ Secretive behavior about fraternity/sorority activities
✔ Sudden decline in academic performance

If you suspect hazing, act immediately. Evidence disappears fast.

📢 A Message to Wayne County Fraternities and Universities

To the fraternities operating near Wayne County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — if your chapter operates near Wayne County, know this:

• We track your national organizations.
• We know your hazing histories.
• We have sued your chapters before.
• We will sue you again if you haze students.

To the universities near Wayne County:
You have a legal and moral duty to protect your students. If you fail, you will be held accountable — just like the University of Houston.

The choice is yours: Clean up your chapters now, or we’ll clean them out in court.

📞 Wayne County Families: You Are Not Alone

Hazing leaves victims feeling shamed, isolated, and afraid. But you don’t have to face this alone.

We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. And we are here to fight for you.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Visit: attorney911.com

Free consultation. No upfront costs. Maximum compensation.

Wayne County hazing victims: The time to act is now.