Hazing Lawyers for Wilkinson County Families – Holding Fraternities & Universities Accountable

If your child was hazed at a college or university near Wilkinson County, Mississippi, you have legal rights – and we can help.

At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure from extreme hazing. This same fraternity – and others like it – operate at universities across Mississippi and the South. If your child was abused, humiliated, or injured in a fraternity, sorority, or other student organization, we will fight for justice on your behalf.

Call now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

Why Wilkinson County Families Trust Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now – And Winning

We are actively litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, struck with wooden paddles, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This wasn’t just “tradition” – it was torture.

The same fraternities that hazed our client operate near Wilkinson County. If your child was abused, we will bring the same aggressive legal strategy to your case.

2. Nationwide Representation – We Serve Wilkinson County Families

While we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide – including in Wilkinson County, Mississippi, and across the South.

• Federal court authority – We can pursue cases in federal court
• Dual-state bar admission – Licensed in Texas and New York
• Willing to travel – We’ll come to Wilkinson County for depositions, trials, and meetings
• Remote consultations – You don’t have to leave home to get justice

Hazing doesn’t stop at state lines – and neither do we.

3. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know How They’ll Fight Back

Both of our attorneys – Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña – worked for insurance companies and defense firms before switching sides to represent victims. We know exactly how fraternities and universities will try to minimize your claim.

They will argue:
❌ “Your child consented to hazing.”
❌ “It was just tradition – not abuse.”
❌ “The university didn’t know.”
❌ “It was just a few bad apples.”

We know how to dismantle these defenses – because we used to make them.

4. We’ve Won Millions for Hazing Victims & Their Families

Hazing cases don’t just settle – they win big. Here’s what juries and courts have awarded in recent hazing lawsuits:

Your Wilkinson County hazing case could be worth millions – but you need an attorney who knows how to fight for it.

5. We Handle All Types of Hazing Cases – Not Just Fraternities

Hazing isn’t limited to Greek life. We represent victims of hazing in:

✅ Fraternities & sororities (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, etc.)
✅ Sports teams (football, baseball, wrestling, cheerleading)
✅ Marching bands & ROTC programs
✅ Honor societies & student clubs
✅ Military academies & prep schools

If your child was abused, humiliated, or injured as part of any initiation ritual, we can help.

What Counts as Hazing in Mississippi?

Mississippi law defines hazing as any activity that recklessly or intentionally endangers the physical or mental health of a student for the purpose of initiation, admission, or affiliation with an organization.

Common Hazing Practices That Are Illegal in Mississippi

Even if your child “consented,” Mississippi law says consent is NOT a defense.

Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Wilkinson County?

When a student is hazed, multiple parties can be held legally responsible – not just the individuals involved. We pursue every liable party to maximize your compensation.

1. The Fraternity/Sorority Chapter

• Directly organized and conducted the hazing
• Chapter officers (president, pledge master, risk manager) can be personally liable
• Example: In the Stone Foltz case, the chapter president was ordered to pay $6.5 million personally

2. The National Fraternity/Sorority Organization

• Failed to supervise local chapters
• Ignored prior hazing incidents
• Had actual knowledge of dangerous traditions
• Example: Pi Kappa Phi had 8 years to fix their culture after Andrew Coffey died in 2017 – they did nothing, and now another student was hospitalized

3. The University or College

• Owned the fraternity house (premises liability)
• Failed to monitor Greek life despite prior incidents
• Ignored complaints about hazing
• Example: The University of Houston owned the Pi Kappa Phi house where our client was waterboarded – they are named in our lawsuit

4. Individual Members & Alumni

• Participated in hazing
• Failed to stop dangerous activities
• Hosted hazing events at their homes
• Example: In our case, former members and their spouses are named defendants for allowing hazing at their residence

5. Insurance Companies

• Fraternities, universities, and individuals often have liability insurance
• We know how to negotiate with insurers to maximize your settlement

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Wilkinson County

If your child was hazed, time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and statutes of limitations run out. Here’s what to do right now:

✅ Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

• Even if injuries seem minor, get a medical evaluation
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening
• Medical records are critical evidence in your case

✅ Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Take photos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence
• Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs)
• Get witness names and contact information
• Do NOT delete anything – even if it seems embarrassing

✅ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer

• They will try to control the narrative
• They may destroy evidence
• They may pressure your child to stay silent
• Anything your child says can be used against them

✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

• Free, confidential consultation – no obligation
• We work on contingency – you pay nothing upfront
• We handle all communications with fraternities, universities, and insurers
• We preserve evidence and build your case

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | 📧 ralph@atty911.com

What Damages Can Wilkinson County Families Recover?

Hazing victims and their families may be entitled to compensation for:

1. Medical Expenses

• Hospital bills (our client was hospitalized for 4 days with kidney failure)
• Emergency room visits
• Future medical care (dialysis, therapy, specialist visits)
• Mental health treatment (PTSD, anxiety, depression)

2. Pain & Suffering

• Physical pain from hazing (beatings, forced exercise, waterboarding)
• Emotional trauma (humiliation, fear, PTSD)
• Loss of enjoyment of life (inability to participate in normal activities)

3. Lost Wages & Future Earnings

• Time missed from work due to injuries
• Impact on future career opportunities
• If hazing caused permanent disability, lifetime earning capacity

4. Punitive Damages

• If the hazing was extreme or intentional, courts may award punitive damages to punish the wrongdoers
• Example: In the Maxwell Gruver case, a jury awarded $6.1 million in punitive damages

5. Wrongful Death (If Applicable)

• If your child died from hazing, you may be entitled to:
  • Funeral expenses
  • Loss of companionship
  • Loss of future earnings
  • Punitive damages

Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing Lawsuits in Wilkinson County

Q: My child signed a waiver. Can we still sue?

A: YES.
Mississippi law says consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, they cannot consent to illegal abuse.

Q: The fraternity says it was just “tradition.” Is that a defense?

A: NO.
“Tradition” does not justify torture, beatings, or forced drinking. If the activity was dangerous, it’s illegal hazing.

Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?

A: Mississippi has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. However, evidence disappears quickly – the sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.

Q: What if my child was hazed at a school outside Wilkinson County?

A: We can still help.
We represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and beyond. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer?

A: $0 upfront.
We work on a contingency fee basis – you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee comes out of the settlement or verdict, so there’s no financial risk to you.

Wilkinson County Hazing Cases We Handle

We represent victims of hazing in all types of organizations, including:

🏛️ Fraternity & Sorority Hazing

• Pi Kappa Phi (same fraternity we’re suing in the $10M case)
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) – multiple hazing deaths nationwide
• Kappa Sigma – known for extreme physical hazing
• Sigma Chi – recent lawsuit at UT Austin for hazing-related death
• Phi Delta Theta – $6.1 million verdict in Louisiana case

⚽ Sports Team Hazing

• Football, baseball, wrestling, cheerleading
• Marching bands & ROTC programs

🎓 Other Student Organizations

• Honor societies
• Clubs & academic groups
• Military prep schools

If your child was hazed, we can help – no matter the organization.

Why Wilkinson County Families Choose Attorney 911

✅ We’re Fighting This Fight Right Now

While other firms talk about hazing cases, we’re actively litigating a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know exactly how to win these cases.

✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook

Both of our attorneys worked for insurance companies and defense firms before switching sides. We know how they’ll try to minimize your claim – and we know how to defeat their arguments.

✅ We’ve Won Millions for Hazing Victims

Our firm has secured multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts in personal injury cases, including hazing-related injuries. We know what it takes to maximize your compensation.

✅ We Serve Wilkinson County & Nationwide

We represent hazing victims across Mississippi and the South, including:

• Wilkinson County, MS
• Adams County, MS (Natchez)
• Amite County, MS
• Franklin County, MS
• Jefferson County, MS
• And beyond

✅ Free Consultation – No Obligation

We offer free, confidential case evaluations for Wilkinson County hazing victims. There’s no risk in calling us – and everything to gain.

Call Now – Before It’s Too Late

Hazing evidence disappears fast. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations run out.

Don’t let the fraternity or university silence your child. Don’t let them destroy the evidence.

Call Attorney 911 today for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We will fight for your Wilkinson County family – and we won’t stop until justice is served.