Hazing at Texas Universities: Comprehensive Guide for Live Oak County Families

If Your Child Was Hazed in Texas, You Have Options

Imagine this scenario, familiar to many Live Oak County families: Your child, a bright student from George West, Three Rivers, or Oakville, arrives at a Texas university eager to find community. They join a fraternity, sorority, Corps program, or athletic team seeking connection and tradition. What starts as exciting initiation becomes something darker—forced drinking, extreme workouts, humiliation, and secrecy. Then comes the phone call no Live Oak County parent wants: your child is in the hospital with rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, or traumatic injuries.

This isn’t hypothetical. Right now, we’re fighting one of Texas’s most serious hazing cases: Leonel Bermudez v. University of Houston and Pi Kappa Phi. In late 2025, Bermudez—a University of Houston transfer student—filed a $10 million lawsuit alleging systematic hazing that nearly killed him. The details are shocking: forced consumption of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting; being sprayed in the face with a hose “similar to waterboarding”; extreme workouts including 100+ push-ups and 500 squats; and carrying a degrading “pledge fanny pack” 24/7. The result? Bermudez developed rhabdomyolysis (severe muscle breakdown) and acute kidney failure, passed brown urine, and was hospitalized for four days.

As Live Oak County parents who may have children at UH, Texas A&M, UT Austin, or other Texas campuses, you need to know what hazing really looks like in 2025, how Texas law protects your child, and what legal options exist when universities and fraternities fail in their duty to protect students.

IMMEDIATE HELP FOR HAZING EMERGENCIES

If your child is in danger RIGHT NOW:

• Call 911 for medical emergencies
• Then call Attorney911: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
• We provide immediate help – that’s why we’re the Legal Emergency Lawyers™

In the first 48 hours:

• Get medical attention immediately, even if the student insists they are “fine”
• Preserve evidence BEFORE it’s deleted:
  • Screenshot group chats, texts, DMs immediately
  • Photograph injuries from multiple angles
  • Save physical items (clothing, receipts, objects)
• Write down everything while memory is fresh (who, what, when, where)
• Do NOT:
  • Confront the fraternity/sorority
  • Sign anything from the university or insurance company
  • Post details on public social media
  • Let your child delete messages or “clean up” evidence

Contact an experienced hazing attorney within 24–48 hours:

• Evidence disappears fast (deleted group chats, destroyed paddles, coached witnesses)
• Universities move quickly to control the narrative
• We can help preserve evidence and protect your child’s rights
• Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for immediate consultation

What Hazing Really Looks Like in 2025: Beyond the Stereotypes

For Live Oak County families unfamiliar with modern Greek life and campus organizations, hazing has evolved far beyond the stereotypical “pranks” of past generations. Today’s hazing is sophisticated, often digital, and designed to evade detection while exerting maximum control over new members.

Modern Hazing Categories Every Live Oak County Parent Should Recognize

Alcohol and Substance Hazing
The most common—and most dangerous—form involves forced or coerced consumption. This includes “lineup” drinking games where pledges must rapidly consume alcohol, “Big/Little” nights where new members are given handles of liquor, and substance challenges that go beyond alcohol to include drugs or dangerous mixtures.

Physical Hazing
This extends beyond paddling to include extreme calisthenics (“smokings”) designed to cause muscle breakdown, sleep deprivation lasting days, food/water restriction, and exposure to dangerous environments. In the Bermudez case, this included cold-weather exposure in underwear and lying in vomit-soaked grass.

Sexualized and Humiliating Hazing
Forced nudity, simulated sexual acts, degrading costumes, and rituals with racial or sexist overtones. These acts cause profound psychological trauma that can last for years.

Psychological and Digital Hazing
Constant verbal abuse, isolation from non-members, and digital control through 24/7 group chat monitoring. Pledges are often required to respond instantly to messages at all hours, share their location via tracking apps, and submit to social media humiliation through forced posts or challenges.

Where Hazing Happens in Texas
While fraternities and sororities receive most attention, hazing occurs across campus organizations:

• Corps of Cadets and ROTC programs
• Athletic teams (football, basketball, baseball, cheer)
• Spirit organizations and tradition clubs
• Marching bands and performance groups
• Some academic and service organizations

For Live Oak County families whose children attend Texas universities, understanding these modern hazing methods is the first step toward recognition and prevention.

Texas Hazing Laws: What Live Oak County Families Need to Know

Texas has some of the nation’s most comprehensive hazing laws, but many Live Oak County parents don’t realize how these statutes protect their children.

Texas Education Code Chapter 37: The Foundation

Under Texas law—which governs cases in Live Oak County and throughout the state—hazing is broadly defined as “any intentional, knowing, or reckless act” that:

• Endangers physical or mental health and safety
• Occurs for purposes of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership
• Happens on or off campus (location doesn’t matter)

Critical Protections for Live Oak County Families:

1. Consent is NOT a defense (Texas Education Code §37.155): Even if your child “agreed,” it’s still hazing under Texas law
2. Good-faith reporter immunity: Those who report hazing or call for medical help are protected from liability
3. Organizational liability: Fraternities, sororities, and universities can face criminal charges and civil liability
4. Serious injury = felony: Hazing causing serious bodily injury or death is a state jail felony

Criminal vs. Civil Cases: Understanding the Difference

Criminal Cases

• Brought by the state (district attorney)
• Focus on punishment: jail time, fines, probation
• Common charges: hazing, assault, furnishing alcohol to minors, manslaughter in fatal cases
• Example: In the UH Pi Kappa Phi case, 13 individual fraternity members face potential criminal charges

Civil Cases

• Brought by victims or families
• Focus on compensation and accountability
• Damages can include: medical expenses, lost earnings, pain/suffering, emotional distress
• Example: Bermudez’s $10 million lawsuit seeks compensation for medical bills, ongoing care, and punitive damages

These cases often proceed simultaneously, and a criminal conviction isn’t required for civil recovery.

Federal Laws Overlaying Texas Protections

Stop Campus Hazing Act (2024)
Requires colleges receiving federal aid to publicly report hazing incidents, strengthen prevention programs, and maintain transparent data—phased in through 2026.

Title IX and Clery Act
When hazing involves sexual harassment or assault, Title IX obligations trigger additional institutional responsibilities. The Clery Act requires reporting of certain crimes that often overlap with hazing incidents.

The Leonel Bermudez Case: Texas’s Flagship Hazing Lawsuit

As we fight for Leonel Bermudez, Live Oak County families should understand exactly what happened—and why this case matters for every Texas university community.

Case Timeline: A Pattern of Systematic Abuse

September 2025: Bermudez accepts bid from Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston
September–October: Forced dress codes, overnight chauffeuring duties, degrading “pledge fanny pack” requirement
October 13: Another pledge hog-tied face-down on a table with object in mouth for over an hour
November 3: Bermudez forced through 100+ push-ups, 500 squats under threat of expulsion
November 6: Pi Kappa Phi national headquarters suspends chapter after receiving hazing reports
November 6–9: Bermudez hospitalized with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure
November 14: Chapter members vote to surrender charter; chapter officially closed
November 21–22: Media coverage breaks in Click2Houston, ABC13, and Hoodline
Late 2025: $10 million lawsuit filed in Harris County

What This Means for Live Oak County Families

The Bermudez case demonstrates several critical patterns:

1. Systematic, Not Isolated: Hazing wasn’t one “bad apple” but an organized system involving multiple members over months
2. Institutional Knowledge: Both UH and Pi Kappa Phi national headquarters received warnings but failed to intervene effectively
3. Medical Catastrophe: What starts as “tradition” can escalate to life-threatening injury requiring hospitalization
4. Digital Evidence: Group chats, social media, and electronic communications provided critical evidence
5. Multi-Defendant Strategy: Our lawsuit names 13 individual members plus the university, national fraternity, housing corporation, and board of regents

As Live Oak County parents, understand that what happened to Bermudez can—and does—happen across Texas campuses.

Texas Universities: Hazing Realities at Schools Live Oak County Families Choose

Live Oak County students often attend universities throughout Texas. Here’s what families need to know about hazing at major Texas campuses.

University of Houston: Urban Campus, Systemic Challenges

For Live Oak County Families: UH attracts students from throughout South Texas, including many from Live Oak County seeking engineering, business, and healthcare programs.

Recent History:

• Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu (2025): The Bermudez case represents one of Texas’s most severe recent hazing incidents
• Pi Kappa Alpha (2016): Pledge suffered lacerated spleen during initiation; chapter faced misdemeanor charges
• Multiple Organizations: UH has disciplined various groups for alcohol misuse, physical mistreatment, and policy violations

UH’s Response Framework:

• Hazing prohibited both on and off campus
• Reporting through Dean of Students, Office of Student Conduct, UHPD
• Published hazing statement but limited public violation lists compared to UT

What UH Families Should Do:

• Document everything through screenshots and photographs immediately
• Report to both UHPD and Houston Police Department if off-campus
• Request prior conduct records for the organization involved
• Contact experienced Houston hazing attorneys familiar with UH’s administration

Texas A&M University: Corps Culture and Greek Life

For Live Oak County Families: Many Live Oak County students choose A&M for its engineering, agriculture, and Corps of Cadets programs.

Critical Incidents:

• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (2021): Pledges allegedly covered in industrial-strength cleaner causing chemical burns requiring skin grafts; $1 million lawsuit
• Corps of Cadets (2023): Cadet alleged “roasted pig” hazing—bound between beds with apple in mouth; sought over $1 million
• Multiple Greek Organizations: Ongoing patterns of alcohol hazing and physical abuse

Unique A&M Challenges:

• Corps traditions sometimes blur lines between discipline and hazing
• Strong institutional loyalty can discourage reporting
• Both College Station PD and University Police Department jurisdiction issues

What A&M Families Should Do:

• Distinguish between legitimate Corps discipline and unlawful hazing
• Report to both student conduct office and Corps leadership if applicable
• Preserve evidence before “traditions” are reframed as “team building”
• Seek attorneys experienced with both Greek and Corps hazing cases

University of Texas at Austin: Transparency and Repeated Violations

For Live Oak County Families: UT Austin draws top students from throughout Texas, including Live Oak County, for its prestigious academic programs.

UT’s Public Hazing Log (unlike UH, UT publishes violations):

• Pi Kappa Alpha (2023): New members forced to consume milk and perform strenuous calisthenics; probation
• Texas Wranglers and Spirit Groups: Multiple sanctions for forced workouts and alcohol hazing
• Various Fraternities: Pattern of repeated violations despite sanctions

UT’s Approach:

• Public violation database at hazing.utexas.edu
• UTPD and Austin PD jurisdictional coordination
• Relatively transparent but still experiencing recurring issues

What UT Families Should Do:

• Check UT’s public hazing log for organization’s prior violations
• Report through Dean of Students and UTPD simultaneously
• Use public records requests to obtain prior incident reports
• Leverage transparency in settlement negotiations

Southern Methodist University: Private Campus Challenges

For Live Oak County Families: SMU attracts students seeking business, law, and performing arts programs in Dallas’s private university setting.

Documented Issues:

• Kappa Alpha Order (2017): New members paddled, forced to drink, sleep deprived; multi-year suspension
• Multiple Greek Chapters: Pattern of alcohol hazing and physical intimidation
• Limited Transparency: Private university status means less public reporting

SMU’s Framework:

• Real Response anonymous reporting system
• Greek Life office oversight
• Less public data than state schools

What SMU Families Should Do:

• Use anonymous reporting but also document formally
• Request internal investigation records through attorney
• Understand private university dynamics in settlement negotiations
• Consider both campus conduct process and external legal action

Baylor University: Religious Identity and Scandal History

For Live Oak County Families: Baylor’s Christian environment attracts many Texas families, but recent scandals reveal institutional challenges.

Recent History:

• Baseball Team Hazing (2020): 14 players suspended following investigation
• Football Program Scandals: Broader pattern of institutional failures
• Multiple Greek Incidents: Ongoing issues despite “zero tolerance” policies

Baylor’s Complex Landscape:

• Religious branding sometimes conflicts with abuse reporting
• History of institutional cover-ups in athletic programs
• Both Waco PD and Baylor Police Department jurisdiction

What Baylor Families Should Do:

• Document thoroughly before institutional narrative takes over
• Report to multiple channels simultaneously
• Seek external legal counsel early (not just internal processes)
• Consider Title IX implications if sexualized hazing involved

Fraternities and Sororities: National Patterns Hit Texas Campuses

The same national organizations involved in high-profile hazing deaths operate at Texas universities where Live Oak County students enroll. These patterns matter legally.

Why National Histories Matter for Live Oak County Cases

When a Texas chapter repeats behavior that caused deaths at other universities, that demonstrates foreseeability—a critical legal concept meaning the organization knew or should have known the risks.

Major National Organizations at Texas Universities:

Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)

• Stone Foltz: Bowling Green State (2021) – alcohol poisoning death, $10 million settlement
• David Bogenberger: Northern Illinois (2012) – alcohol death, $14 million settlement
• Texas Presence: Active at UH, Texas A&M, UT, SMU, Baylor

Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)

• Multiple Deaths Nationwide: Pattern of alcohol hazing fatalities
• Texas A&M Lawsuit: Chemical burns case, $1 million demand
• UT Austin Case: Assault allegations, ongoing litigation
• Texas Presence: Major chapters throughout Texas

Pi Kappa Phi

• Andrew Coffey: Florida State (2017) – alcohol death
• Leonel Bermudez: UH (2025) – rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure
• Texas Presence: Multiple Texas campuses

Phi Delta Theta

• Max Gruver: LSU (2017) – “Bible study” drinking death, felony convictions
• Louisiana Law: Max Gruver Act created felony hazing statute
• Texas Presence: Active throughout Texas

Legal Strategy: Using National Patterns

In hazing litigation, we demonstrate that:

1. National headquarters knew the risks from prior incidents
2. Policies weren’t effectively enforced despite this knowledge
3. Patterns repeated across chapters including Texas
4. Foreseeability existed – they should have prevented it

For Live Oak County families, this means your child’s injury isn’t an “isolated incident” but part of a documented national pattern that strengthens your legal case.

Building a Hazing Case: Evidence, Strategy, and Recovery for Live Oak County Families

When hazing injures a Live Oak County student, evidence collection and legal strategy must begin immediately.

Critical Evidence Categories

Digital Communications (Most Important)

• GroupMe, WhatsApp, iMessage conversations
• Instagram DMs, Snapchat messages, TikTok content
• Deleted message recovery through digital forensics
• Example: In Bermudez case, group chats documented hazing activities

Photographic and Video Evidence

• Injuries photographed immediately and over time
• Event footage from members’ phones
• Security camera or doorbell footage
• Social media posts documenting activities

Medical Documentation

• ER records explicitly stating “hazing” as cause
• Hospitalization records for serious injuries
• Specialist evaluations for ongoing conditions
• Psychological assessments for PTSD, trauma

Organizational Records

• Pledge manuals and initiation materials
• National fraternity policies and training documents
• Prior incident reports and disciplinary records
• Membership lists and officer responsibilities

Witness Testimony

• Other pledges experiencing same hazing
• Members who participated or witnessed
• Roommates, friends, RAs who noticed changes
• Medical personnel who treated injuries

Damages: What Live Oak County Families Can Recover

Economic Damages

• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost educational opportunities
• Diminished earning capacity
• Therapy and rehabilitation costs

Non-Economic Damages

• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and psychological harm
• Loss of enjoyment of college experience
• Humiliation and reputational damage

Wrongful Death Damages (for families)

• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of companionship and support
• Parents’ and siblings’ emotional suffering
• Lost financial contributions

Punitive Damages

• When conduct is especially reckless or malicious
• To punish and deter future hazing
• Available under Texas law in appropriate cases

The Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine: Our Investigative Advantage

For Live Oak County families, we maintain an unmatched database of Texas Greek organizations drawn from public records:

IRS B83 Backbone: 125 Texas-Registered Greek Organizations
Including entities like:

• Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Housing Corporation Inc (EIN 462267515, Frisco, TX 75035)
• Texas Kappa Sigma Educational Foundation Inc (EIN 741380362, Fort Worth, TX 76147)
• Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity (EIN 746064445, Nederland, TX 77627)
• Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (multiple Texas campuses)

Texas Universities: 96 Campuses
Including schools Live Oak County students attend:

• Texas A&M University-Kingsville (nearest major university to Live Oak County)
• University of Houston (3.5 hours east)
• Texas A&M University (2.5 hours north)
• UT Austin (3 hours north)
• Baylor University (4 hours north)

Metro Organization Tracking

• 188 Greek-related organizations in Houston metro
• 510 in Dallas-Fort Worth metro
• 154 in Austin metro
• 42 in College Station-Bryan metro

This intelligence means we don’t start from scratch. We already know the organizational structures, insurance carriers, and prior incidents that may affect your case.

Practical Guidance for Live Oak County Families

For Parents: Recognizing and Responding

Warning Signs Your Child Is Being Hazed

• Unexplained injuries with inconsistent explanations
• Extreme exhaustion beyond normal college stress
• Personality changes: anxiety, withdrawal, defensiveness
• Constant phone use for group chat monitoring
• Financial requests for unexplained “dues” or purchases
• Academic performance sudden decline

Immediate Action Steps

1. Prioritize Safety: Get medical attention immediately
2. Document Everything: Photos, screenshots, written timeline
3. Preserve Evidence: Don’t let your child delete anything
4. Report Strategically: Campus police, local PD, Dean of Students
5. Consult Attorney: Before talking to university administrators or insurers

Talking to Your Child

• Ask open questions without judgment
• Emphasize safety over “getting in trouble”
• Acknowledge power dynamics and peer pressure
• Offer unconditional support for leaving the situation

For Students: Safety and Rights

Is This Hazing? Assessment Questions

• Am I being pressured or coerced?
• Would I do this if I had real freedom to refuse?
• Is this dangerous, degrading, or illegal?
• Am I being told to keep secrets?
• Are only new members required to do this?

Exiting Safely

• Tell someone outside the organization first
• Send written resignation to chapter leadership
• Avoid “one last meeting” where pressure may escalate
• Document any retaliation or threats
• Seek university support through counseling or conduct offices

Your Legal Rights in Texas

• Consent is NOT a defense to hazing charges
• Good-faith reporters have legal protections
• You can pursue civil action even without criminal charges
• Universities have obligations under Title IX and Clery Act

Critical Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Case

#1: Deleting Evidence
What happens: Messages are deleted to “protect” friends
Why it’s devastating: Looks like cover-up; case becomes nearly impossible
Better approach: Preserve everything immediately

#2: Confronting the Organization
What happens: Parents directly confront fraternity members
Result: Immediate lawyer involvement, evidence destruction, witness coaching
Better approach: Document first, let your attorney handle communications

#3: Signing University Agreements
What happens: Universities pressure quick “internal resolution”
Risk: Waiving legal rights for inadequate settlements
Better approach: No signatures without attorney review

#4: Social Media Posting
What happens: Families post details publicly
Consequence: Defense attorneys screenshot everything; inconsistencies hurt case
Better approach: Private documentation only; attorney controls messaging

#5: Waiting for University Investigation
What happens: Trusting “we’re handling this internally”
Reality: Evidence disappears, witnesses graduate, statute runs
Better approach: Parallel investigation by your attorney

Why Attorney911 for Live Oak County Hazing Cases

When your family faces a hazing crisis, you need more than a general personal injury lawyer. You need attorneys who understand how powerful institutions fight back—and how to win anyway.

Our Unique Qualifications for Hazing Litigation

Insurance Insider Advantage
Mr. Lupe Peña spent years as an insurance defense attorney at a national firm. He knows exactly how fraternity and university insurance companies:

• Value (and undervalue) hazing claims
• Use delay tactics to pressure families
• Fight coverage under “intentional act” exclusions
• Structure settlements to minimize payout

Complex Institutional Litigation Experience
Ralph Manginello is one of the few Texas attorneys involved in BP Texas City explosion litigation—taking on billion-dollar corporations with unlimited legal budgets. This same experience applies directly to national fraternities and universities.

Multi-Million Dollar Wrongful Death Results
We’ve recovered millions for families in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. We work with economists, life care planners, and medical experts to build cases that reflect true lifetime costs, not quick lowball settlements.

Dual Civil-Criminal Capability
Ralph’s membership in the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA) means we understand both sides of hazing cases. We can advise on criminal exposure while pursuing civil accountability.

Texas-Specific Geographic Mastery
From our Houston base, we serve families throughout Texas, including Live Oak County and surrounding areas. We understand:

• Texas hazing laws (Chapter 37) and how courts interpret them
• University governance structures across Texas campuses
• Local jurisdiction issues for incidents in different counties
• Cultural dynamics at Texas schools from UH to Texas A&M

Our Investigation Process for Live Oak County Families

Immediate Evidence Preservation
Within hours of your call, we guide evidence collection:

• Digital forensics for deleted messages
• Witness interviews before memories fade
• Medical record acquisition and analysis
• Preservation letters to prevent evidence destruction

Comprehensive Defendant Identification
We identify ALL potentially liable parties:

• Individual members and officers
• Local chapter and housing corporation
• National fraternity/sorority headquarters
• University and board of regents
• Third-party property owners and alcohol providers

Pattern Evidence Development
Using our Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine, we demonstrate:

• Prior incidents at same chapter
• National organization’s knowledge of risks
• University’s failure to enforce policies
• Foreseeability of the harm that occurred

Expert Collaboration
We work with specialized experts:

• Medical professionals for injury evaluation
• Psychologists for trauma assessment
• Economists for damage calculation
• Greek life culture experts for context
• Digital forensics specialists for evidence recovery

Our Commitment to Live Oak County Families

We understand that hazing cases involve more than legal claims—they represent broken trust, institutional failure, and families’ deepest fears for their children’s safety. Our approach balances:

Thorough Investigation with Compassionate Support
We investigate aggressively while supporting your family emotionally through the process.

Maximum Accountability with Privacy Protection
We pursue full accountability while protecting your child’s privacy through sealed records and confidential settlements when possible.

Financial Recovery with Systemic Change
We seek compensation for your family while pushing for institutional reforms that prevent future harm.

Call to Action for Live Oak County Families

If you suspect your child has been hazed at any Texas university, we want to hear from you. Families in Live Oak County—from George West to Three Rivers, Oakville to Whitsett—have the right to answers and accountability when universities and organizations fail to protect their children.

What to Expect When You Contact Us

Free Confidential Consultation
We’ll listen to your story without judgment, review any evidence you’ve collected, and explain your legal options honestly and clearly.

Case Evaluation
We’ll assess:

• The severity of injuries and harm
• Available evidence and witnesses
• Potential defendants and insurance coverage
• Realistic timelines and outcomes
• Your family’s goals and concerns

Clear Next Steps
We’ll outline a strategic approach including:

• Immediate evidence preservation measures
• Reporting recommendations (campus, criminal, both)
• Investigation plan and timeline
• Communication strategy with university and organizations
• Fee structure (contingency basis – we don’t get paid unless we win)

Contact Attorney911 Today

Call: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
Direct: (713) 528-9070
Cell: (713) 443-4781
Email: ralph@atty911.com or lupe@atty911.com
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Spanish Language Services Available
Hablamos Español – Contact Lupe Peña directly at lupe@atty911.com for consultation in Spanish.

Serving All of Texas from Our Houston Base

While our offices are in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve families throughout Texas, including Live Oak County and surrounding areas. We understand the specific concerns of rural Texas families whose children attend universities hours from home, and we’re committed to making our services accessible regardless of your location.

Plain Text Links to Key Resources

News Coverage of Leonel Bermudez Case:

• Click2Houston report: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2025/11/21/only-on-2-lawsuit-alleges-severe-hazing-at-university-of-houstons-pi-kappa-phi-chapter-fraternity/
• ABC13 coverage: https://abc13.com/post/waterboarding-forced-eating-physical-punishment-lawsuit-alleges-abuse-faced-injured-pledge-uhs-pi-kappa-phi-fraternity/18186418/
• Hoodline summary: https://hoodline.com/2025/11/university-of-houston-and-pi-kappa-phi-fraternity-face-10m-lawsuit-over-alleged-hazing-and-abuse/

Attorney911 Educational Videos:

• Evidence preservation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs
• Statute of limitations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRHwg8tV02c
• Client mistakes to avoid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3IYsoxOSxY
• Contingency fees explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc

Attorney911 Practice Areas:

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• Wrongful death practice: https://attorney911.com/law-practice-areas/wrongful-death-claim-lawyer/
• Criminal defense: https://attorney911.com/law-practice-areas/criminal-defense-lawyers/
• Ralph Manginello profile: https://attorney911.com/attorneys/ralph-manginello/
• Lupe Peña profile: https://attorney911.com/attorneys/lupe-pena/

Legal Disclaimer

This article is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC.

Hazing laws, university policies, and legal precedents can change. The information in this guide is current as of late 2025 but may not reflect the most recent developments. Every hazing case is unique, and outcomes depend on the specific facts, evidence, applicable law, and many other factors.

If you or your child has been affected by hazing, we strongly encourage you to consult with a qualified Texas attorney who can review your specific situation, explain your legal rights, and advise you on the best course of action for your family.

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