Hazing Lawsuits in Texas: A Complete Guide for Venus Families

If Your Child Was Hazed at a Texas University, You Are Not Alone

Imagine receiving that phone call in the middle of the night. Your son, a bright student from Venus, Texas, who worked hard to get into a respected Texas university, is in the emergency room. His urine is brown. His muscles are breaking down. He’s being treated for acute kidney failure. Through tears and pain, he describes being forced through hundreds of squats and push-ups, sprayed in the face with a hose, and made to consume repulsive amounts of food until he vomited—all to “earn” his place in a fraternity. The university’s response? Promises of an internal investigation. The fraternity’s reaction? Silence. As a parent in Venus, your world collapses into a nightmare of fear, anger, and helplessness.

This is not a hypothetical scenario. This exact medical catastrophe is unfolding right now in a Harris County courtroom. In late 2025, Leonel Bermudez, a University of Houston student, filed a $10 million hazing and abuse lawsuit against the University of Houston (UH), the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity’s Beta Nu chapter, its national headquarters, the UH System Board of Regents, and 13 individual fraternity leaders. The allegations are stomach-turning: a “pledge fanny pack” filled with humiliating items, forced consumption of milk and hot dogs until vomiting, cold-weather exposure, brutal “workouts” at Yellowstone Boulevard Park, and a final ordeal of 100+ push-ups and 500 squats that led to rhabdomyolysis—severe muscle breakdown—and acute kidney failure requiring a four-day hospitalization. The Pi Kappa Phi chapter was swiftly suspended and then shut down. UH called the conduct “deeply disturbing.”

This case, actively litigated by our firm, Attorney911 (The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC), is the starkest proof that severe, life-altering hazing is happening right now on Texas campuses. For families in Venus, Alvarado, Cleburne, and across Johnson County—parents who send their children to local colleges, community colleges, and major universities across the state—this reality hits close to home. Your child’s pursuit of friendship and tradition should never end in an ICU.

This guide is written specifically for you—parents and families in Venus and throughout Texas. We will explain what modern hazing truly looks like, break down Texas hazing law, connect national tragedies to local fraternities at schools like UH and Texas A&M, and outline the legal pathways to accountability. Your child’s safety and future are paramount. You have the right to answers, and powerful institutions can be held responsible.

Immediate Help for Hazing Emergencies

If your child is in danger RIGHT NOW:

• Call 911 for any medical emergency.
• Then call us at 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911). We are the Legal Emergency Lawyers™ for a reason.

In the first 48 hours, you must:

1. Get Medical Attention: Go to the ER immediately, even if your child insists they are “fine.” Tell doctors the injuries are from hazing.
2. Preserve Evidence: Screenshot all group chats (GroupMe, WhatsApp, iMessage), texts, and DMs immediately before they are deleted. Photograph injuries from multiple angles. Save any physical items (clothing, paddles, bottles).
3. Document Everything: Write down names, dates, locations, and what happened while memories are fresh.
4. Do NOT:
   • Confront the fraternity, sorority, or team directly.
   • Sign anything from the university or an insurance company.
   • Let your child delete messages or “clean up” their phone.
   • Post details on public social media.

Contact an experienced hazing attorney within 24-48 hours. Evidence vanishes quickly. Universities move to control narratives. We can help you preserve critical evidence and protect your child’s rights from the start. Call us at 1-888-ATTY-911.

Hazing in 2025: What It Really Looks Like in Texas

Hazing is not just “boys being boys” or “harmless tradition.” It is a calculated system of control, humiliation, and abuse that has evolved to avoid detection. For Venus families, understanding its modern forms is the first step in recognizing if your child is at risk.

Hazing is any intentional, knowing, or reckless act—on or off campus—that endangers the mental or physical health of a student for the purpose of joining, maintaining membership in, or affiliating with any organization. Under Texas law, a victim’s “consent” is not a defense.

Main Categories of Hazing

Alcohol and Substance Hazing
The most common and deadly form. This includes forced chugging, “lineup” drinking games, “Big/Little” nights where pledges are given handles of liquor (as in the Stone Foltz and Andrew Coffey deaths), and coerced consumption of drugs. The goal is incapacitation, not celebration.

Physical Hazing
This extends beyond paddling to include extreme calisthenics (“smokings”), sleep deprivation, food/water restriction, exposure to extreme elements, and dangerous “tests” like the “glass ceiling” ritual that killed Chun Deng. The recent UH Pi Kappa Phi case involved pledges lying in vomit-soaked grass and being sprayed with a hose “similar to waterboarding.”

Sexualized and Humiliating Hazing
Designed to degrade and break down personal boundaries. This includes forced nudity, simulated sexual acts (like the “roasted pig” allegations in a Texas A&M Corps case), wearing degrading costumes, and acts with racist or sexist overtones.

Psychological and Digital Hazing
The most insidious and hardest to document. This involves verbal abuse, isolation, threats, and social media manipulation. Pledges are often required to be on 24/7 call via group chats (GroupMe is the most common), share their live location, and instantly respond to demands at all hours, leading to severe sleep deprivation and anxiety.

Where Hazing Happens

It is a myth that hazing only occurs in fraternities. In Texas, we see it in:

• Fraternities and Sororities (IFC, Panhellenic, NPHC, multicultural councils).
• Corps of Cadets and ROTC Programs, especially at Texas A&M.
• Athletic Teams, from football to cheerleading.
• Spirit and Tradition Organizations like the Texas Cowboys.
• Marching Bands and Performance Groups.
• Academic and Service Clubs.

The common thread is a power imbalance, a culture of secrecy, and a warped sense of “tradition” that prioritizes group loyalty over individual safety.

Texas Hazing Law & Liability: A Framework for Venus Families

The legal landscape for hazing in Texas provides tools for accountability, but navigating it requires expertise. Here is what families in Venus and across Johnson County need to understand.

Texas Education Code – Chapter 37 (The Hazing Statute)

Texas law defines hazing broadly and treats it seriously. Key provisions include:

• § 37.151 – Definition: Hazing is any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that endangers the physical or mental health of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or membership.
• § 37.152 – Criminal Penalties: Hazing is a Class B Misdemeanor. If it causes injury requiring medical treatment, it becomes a Class A Misdemeanor. If it causes serious bodily injury or death, it is a State Jail Felony.
• § 37.155 – Consent is NOT a Defense: This is critical. It does not matter if your child “agreed” to participate. The law recognizes that consent under peer pressure and coercion is meaningless.
• § 37.154 – Good-Faith Reporter Immunity: Individuals who report hazing or call for medical help in good faith are protected from certain liabilities, encouraging life-saving action.

Criminal vs. Civil Cases: Two Paths to Accountability

Criminal Cases
Brought by the state (e.g., Johnson County District Attorney, Harris County DA). The aim is punishment: jail time, fines, probation. Charges can include hazing, assault, furnishing alcohol to minors, and in fatal cases, manslaughter. A criminal conviction is not required to pursue a civil case.

Civil Lawsuits
Brought by the victim or their family. The aim is compensation for damages and institutional accountability. This is where families can recover costs for medical care, therapy, lost future earnings, and pain and suffering. A civil suit also forces discovery—uncovering internal documents, emails, and prior incident reports that institutions want to hide.

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Civil Hazing Lawsuit?

A successful case identifies every responsible entity, creating multiple sources of accountability and insurance coverage.

1. Individual Perpetrators: The members who planned, carried out, or covered up the abuse.
2. The Local Chapter: As an entity, if it holds assets or insurance.
3. The National Fraternity/Sorority Headquarters: Often the deepest pocket. They can be liable for negligent supervision, failure to enforce their own policies, and having prior knowledge of dangerous patterns at other chapters.
4. The University: Public universities (UH, Texas A&M, UT) have some sovereign immunity, but can be sued for gross negligence or violations of duties under Title IX or the Clery Act. Private schools (SMU, Baylor) have fewer immunity barriers.
5. Third Parties: Property owners of off-campus houses, bars that overserved alcohol (under Texas dram shop law), and security companies.

The Federal Overlay: Stop Campus Hazing Act, Title IX, and Clery

• Stop Campus Hazing Act (2024): Requires colleges receiving federal funds to report hazing incidents more transparently and strengthen prevention programs. This will create more public data by 2026.
• Title IX: If hazing involves sexual harassment or assault, Title IX imposes strict duties on schools to investigate and remedy the hostile environment.
• Clery Act: Requires universities to report certain crimes, including assaults that occur during hazing.

National Hazing Cases: The Patterns That Repeat in Texas

The tragedies that make national headlines are not isolated. They are blueprints for the negligence and cover-ups that Texas families face. These cases show what is possible when victims fight back.

The Alcohol Poisoning Pattern

• Timothy Piazza (Penn State, Beta Theta Pi, 2017): Died after a bid-acceptance night of extreme drinking. Brothers delayed calling 911 for hours. The case led to the Timothy J. Piazza Anti-Hazing Law in Pennsylvania and resulted in dozens of criminal convictions.
• Stone Foltz (Bowling Green, Pi Kappa Alpha, 2021): Forced to drink a bottle of whiskey during a “Big/Little” event. His family reached a $10 million settlement ($7M from the national fraternity, ~$3M from the university).
• Max Gruver (LSU, Phi Delta Theta, 2017): Died during a “Bible study” drinking game. His case led to Louisiana’s Max Gruver Act, a felony hazing statute, and a $6.1 million verdict for his family.

The Physical & Ritualized Violence Pattern

• Chun “Michael” Deng (Baruch College, Pi Delta Psi, 2013): Died from traumatic brain injury after a blindfolded, violent “glass ceiling” ritual at a retreat. The national fraternity was criminally convicted and banned from Pennsylvania for 10 years.
• Danny Santulli (U. of Missouri, Phi Gamma Delta, 2021): Suffered permanent, catastrophic brain damage from forced drinking. His family settled with 22 defendants, highlighting the web of liability.

What These Cases Mean for Venus Families

These national precedents prove that juries and courts will hold organizations financially and criminally responsible. They establish that national fraternities are on notice about the deadly risks of their traditions. When the same patterns emerge at a Texas school—like forced drinking at UH or brutal physical trials at A&M—these national histories become powerful evidence of foreseeability and negligence.

Texas University Focus: Where Venus Students Attend

Parents in Venus and Johnson County send their students to a mix of local institutions, community colleges, and major state universities. Understanding the hazing landscape at these schools is critical.

For Venus Families: Local Campuses and Major Hubs

Students from Venus commonly attend schools within commuting distance or transfer to larger universities. Key institutions include:

Local and Regional Campuses:

• Tarrant County College (Multiple campuses in Tarrant County)
• Hill College (Hillsboro, Johnson County)
• Texas Wesleyan University (Fort Worth, Tarrant County)
• University of Texas at Arlington (Arlington, Tarrant County)
• Tarleton State University (Stephenville, Erath County)

Major State University Hubs (Common Destinations for Transfer/Enrollment):

• University of Houston (UH)
• Texas A&M University (College Station)
• University of Texas at Austin (UT)
• Texas State University (San Marcos)
• Texas Tech University (Lubbock)
• University of North Texas (Denton)

University of Houston (UH): A Case Study in Crisis

The Leonel Bermudez case is not an anomaly at UH but a symptom of a systemic problem.

Campus Snapshot: A large, diverse, urban campus with a significant Greek life presence, including IFC fraternities, Panhellenic sororities, and NPHC (Divine Nine) organizations.

Hazing Policy & Reality: UH prohibits hazing and has reporting channels through the Dean of Students. However, the Bermudez lawsuit alleges that despite policies, systemic abuse persisted within Pi Kappa Phi with inadequate university oversight.

Documented Incident: The Bermudez case is the most severe recent example. Allegations include the “pledge fanny pack,” forced overeating, simulated waterboarding, and physical workouts leading to rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure. Previous incidents, like a 2016 Pi Kappa Alpha case where a pledge suffered a lacerated spleen, show a pattern.

How a UH Case Proceeds: Legal action would involve Harris County courts. Defendants typically include individual members, the local chapter, the national fraternity (often headquartered out-of-state), the UH Board of Regents, and property owners. The university’s response will be scrutinized under Texas’s sovereign immunity rules.

Texas A&M University: Corps Culture and Greek Life

Campus Snapshot: Renowned for its Corps of Cadets and powerful Greek system. The culture of tradition and discipline can sometimes cross into abuse.

Recent Lawsuits and Incidents:

• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) Chemical Burns Case (2021): Pledges alleged being doused with industrial-strength cleaner and other substances, causing severe chemical burns requiring skin graft surgeries. A lawsuit sought $1 million, and the chapter was suspended.
• Corps of Cadets “Roasted Pig” Lawsuit (2023): A cadet alleged degrading hazing, including being bound in a simulated sexual position with an apple in his mouth. The lawsuit sought over $1 million in damages.

What A&M Families Should Know: Hazing here occurs in both Greek houses and the Corps. The university has its own disciplinary systems for both, but civil lawsuits can bypass internal resolutions to seek true accountability and compensation.

University of Texas at Austin: Transparency and Repeated Violations

Campus Snapshot: UT Austin has one of the most transparent hazing reporting systems in the country, publishing an online log of violations.

Published Violations (Examples from UT’s Log):

• Pi Kappa Alpha (2023): New members directed to consume excessive milk and perform strenuous calisthenics. Sanction: Probation and mandatory education.
• Texas Wranglers (Spirit Group): Sanctioned for forced workouts and alcohol-related hazing.
• Various other fraternities and sororities appear on the log for alcohol hazing, physical abuse, and humiliation.

Why This Matters for Families: UT’s public log is a treasure trove for establishing pattern evidence. If an organization is on the log and then hazes your child, it proves the university and the national organization had prior knowledge of the risk—a key element in proving negligence.

Southern Methodist University (SMU) & Baylor University

SMU: A private university with a affluent student body and strong Greek life. Incidents like the 2017 Kappa Alpha Order suspension for paddling and forced drinking highlight ongoing issues. SMU’s private status affects transparency but not liability.

Baylor: Known for its religious affiliation and past Title IX scandals. Hazing incidents have occurred within athletic programs, like the 2020 baseball team hazing that led to multiple player suspensions. The disconnect between “Christian values” and abusive behavior is a common theme in litigation.

The Organizations Behind the Letters: National Histories Matter

When your child is hazed by a chapter of Pi Kappa Phi at UH, you are not just fighting a group of college students. You are confronting a national organization with a documented history of the exact same abuses. This history forms the backbone of a powerful civil case.

Why National Headquarters Are Liable

National fraternities and sororities collect dues, issue charters, provide risk management manuals, and conduct trainings. When a local chapter repeats a dangerous “tradition” that has caused death or injury elsewhere, the national organization cannot claim ignorance. This is called foreseeability.

Examples of National Patterns:

• Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike): The national organization was part of the $10 million Stone Foltz settlement. Their “Big/Little” drinking tradition has proven致命 time and again.
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE): Has faced dozens of hazing lawsuits nationwide, including the chemical burns case at Texas A&M and a traumatic brain injury lawsuit at the University of Alabama.
• Pi Kappa Phi: The national organization is a defendant in the UH Bermudez case. It previously closed its chapter at Florida State after the alcohol-poisoning death of Andrew Coffey in 2017.
• Phi Delta Theta: Closed its LSU chapter after the Max Gruver death, but its national history of drinking games is now evidence in every case against it.

The Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine: Mapping the Ecosystem

Our firm does not start from scratch. We maintain a proprietary data engine built from public records to track the Greek ecosystem in Texas. For Venus families, this means we already know the landscape.

A Snapshot of Texas Greek Organizations (From Public IRS & Cause IQ Records):
The following are examples of registered Greek organizations in Texas, illustrating the complex network behind campus letters. This is the type of data we use to identify all potentially liable entities.

• Beta Upsilon Chi Fraternity, EIN 74-2911848, Fort Worth, TX 76244 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Texas Kappa Sigma Educational Foundation Inc, EIN 74-1380362, Fort Worth, TX 76147 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Kappa Sigma – Mu Camma Chapter Inc, EIN 13-3048786, College Station, TX 77845 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, EIN 74-6064445, Nederland, TX 77627 (IRS B83 Filing – Epsilon Kappa Chapter)
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, EIN 36-4091267, Waco, TX 76710 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, EIN 26-3170920, Denton, TX 76204 (IRS B83 Filing – Texas Woman’s University Chapter)

In the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro (which includes Johnson County), public data indicates a dense network of over 500 Greek-related organizations, including housing corporations, alumni chapters, and educational foundations. This network holds insurance, assets, and liability.

When we take a case, we use this intelligence to identify every entity behind the chapter that harmed your child—the local house corporation, the alumni association, the national headquarters—ensuring no responsible party escapes accountability.

Building a Hazing Case: Evidence, Strategy, and Damages

Winning a hazing case requires a meticulous, aggressive, and data-driven approach. It is a fight against institutions with deep pockets and experienced defense lawyers. Here is how we build cases for families in Venus and across Texas.

The Evidence That Wins Cases

1. Digital Communications: The #1 source of evidence. We secure and forensically recover:

   • Group chats (GroupMe, WhatsApp, iMessage, Discord).
   • Social media DMs and posts (Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok).
   • Deleted messages via digital forensics.
   • These show planning, boasting, threats, and cover-ups.

2. Photos & Videos: Often taken by perpetrators themselves. We seek footage from phones, security cameras, and doorbell cams (like Ring) at chapter houses and off-campus venues.

3. Internal Organization Documents: Obtained through discovery, including:

   • Pledge manuals and “tradition” scripts.
   • Risk management reports sent to nationals.
   • Emails between chapter officers and national advisors.

4. University Records: We use public records requests and discovery to obtain:

   • Prior conduct files on the same organization.
   • Campus police reports.
   • Internal investigation notes.
   • Clery Act reports.

5. Medical & Psychological Records: To document the full extent of harm:

   • ER and hospitalization records.
   • Diagnoses of rhabdomyolysis (like in the UH case), broken bones, or burns.
   • Psychological evaluations for PTSD, depression, and anxiety.

Overcoming Institutional Defenses

We anticipate and dismantle the standard defenses:

• “The Pledge Consented”: Texas law §37.155 says consent is no defense. We argue coercion and power imbalance.
• “It Was a Rogue Chapter”: We use national pattern evidence and prior incident reports to prove the national headquarters knew or should have known.
• “It Happened Off-Campus”: Liability is based on control and sponsorship, not just geography. Nationals and universities that sanction off-campus activities retain responsibility.
• “We Have Anti-Hazing Policies”: We show the gap between paper policies and actual enforcement—often through a history of slaps on the wrist for prior violations.

Types of Damages Families Can Recover

A civil lawsuit seeks to make the victim whole and hold defendants accountable. Recoverable damages include:

• Economic Damages: All past and future medical bills, therapy costs, lost wages, and diminished future earning capacity if injuries are permanent.
• Non-Economic Damages: Compensation for physical pain, emotional suffering, trauma, humiliation, and loss of enjoyment of life.
• Wrongful Death Damages (if applicable): Funeral costs, loss of financial support, and the profound loss of companionship and guidance for parents and siblings.
• Punitive Damages: In cases of egregious conduct or cover-ups, courts may award punitive damages to punish the defendant and deter future behavior.

Practical Guides & FAQs for Venus Parents and Students

For Parents: Warning Signs and Action Steps

Warning Signs Your Child is Being Hazed:

• Unexplained injuries (bruises, burns, limping).
• Extreme exhaustion and sleep deprivation.
• Sudden personality changes: anxiety, depression, withdrawal.
• Secretive about activities; overly defensive of the organization.
• Constant, anxious phone use monitoring group chats.
• Decline in academic performance.
• Requests for unusual amounts of money for “fines” or “supplies.”

What to Do If You Suspect Hazing:

1. Talk Calmly: Ask open-ended questions. “I’m worried about you. Is anything happening that makes you feel unsafe or humiliated?”
2. Prioritize Safety: If there is immediate danger, call 911.
3. Preserve Evidence: Help your child screenshot everything. Photograph injuries.
4. Seek Medical Care: A medical record is critical evidence.
5. Contact a Lawyer Before Reporting: We can guide you on how to report to the university or police in a way that protects your child’s rights and preserves evidence.

For Students: Is This Hazing?

Ask yourself:

• Would I do this if I truly had a free choice, without fear of being kicked out or mocked?
• Is this activity dangerous, degrading, or illegal?
• Am I being told to keep it a secret from the university or my parents?
• Are older members making me do things they don’t have to do?

If you answer “yes,” it is hazing. Your “consent” under pressure is not real consent.

How to Exit Safely and Report:

• Your safety comes first. Remove yourself from dangerous situations.
• You can report anonymously to the National Anti-Hazing Hotline at 1-888-NOT-HAZE.
• Texas law offers protections for good-faith reporters, especially those calling for medical help.

Critical Mistakes That Can Ruin a Hazing Case

1. Deleting Evidence: Do NOT let your child clear their phone. Those group chats are the cornerstone of the case.
2. Confronting the Fraternity Directly: This triggers their defense lawyers and leads to evidence destruction.
3. Signing University “Resolution” Papers: Universities often offer quick, low-value settlements in exchange for a waiver of your right to sue. Do not sign anything without an attorney.
4. Posting on Social Media: Defense investigators monitor everything. Inconsistent statements can damage credibility.
5. Waiting Too Long: The Texas statute of limitations for personal injury is generally two years. Evidence and witness memories fade faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can we sue a public university like UH or Texas A&M in Texas?
A: Yes, but there are hurdles like sovereign immunity. Exceptions exist for gross negligence, Title IX violations, and when suing individual employees. The strategy is complex and requires an attorney with experience against state institutions.

Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?
A: Generally, two years from the date of injury in Texas. However, in cases involving fraud or cover-ups, the clock may be paused. Do not wait. Call an attorney immediately to protect your rights.

Q: Will our name be in the news?
A: Most civil cases settle confidentially before trial. We prioritize your family’s privacy and can often negotiate sealed settlements and confidential terms.

Q: How much does it cost to hire Attorney911?
A: We work on a contingency fee basis for personal injury and wrongful death cases. This means you pay no upfront fees or costs. We only get paid if we successfully recover money for you. You can learn more about how contingency fees work in our educational video.

Why Attorney911 for Your Texas Hazing Case

When your family is facing a hazing crisis, you need more than a lawyer; you need advocates who understand the intricate power dynamics of universities and national fraternities, and who have the proven skill to defeat them. From our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve Venus families and victims across Texas.

Our Unique Qualifications for Hazing Litigation

1. Insider Insurance Knowledge (Mr. Lupe Peña)
Mr. Peña, a key attorney on the UH Pi Kappa Phi case, spent years as an insurance defense attorney for a national firm. He knows precisely how fraternity and university insurance companies evaluate claims, deploy delay tactics, and argue for exclusions. We know their playbook because we used to run it. This insider knowledge is invaluable in maximizing recovery for our clients.

2. Complex Institutional Litigation Experience (Mr. Ralph Manginello)
Mr. Manginello is one of the few plaintiffs’ attorneys in Texas with direct experience in the BP Texas City explosion litigation—a case against a billion-dollar corporation with unlimited legal resources. We are not intimidated by national fraternities or major universities. We have fought Goliaths before and know how to win.

3. Active, High-Stakes Hazing Litigation
We are not theorists. We are currently leading the Leonel Bermudez v. UH & Pi Kappa Phi lawsuit—one of the most serious active hazing cases in the country. We are in the trenches right now, fighting the same battles your family may face.

4. Data-Driven Investigation
We don’t start from zero. We use our Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine—built from thousands of public records on Greek organizations—to immediately identify all potentially liable entities, from local house corporations to national headquarters. This investigative depth disarms defenses built on obscurity.

5. Dual Civil & Criminal Expertise
Mr. Manginello’s membership in the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA) means we understand the criminal side of hazing cases. We can effectively advise families and witnesses navigating both criminal investigations and civil lawsuits, ensuring strategies are aligned.

6. Compassionate, Victim-Centered Advocacy
We understand the trauma your family is enduring. Our mission is not just to secure compensation but to achieve accountability and prevent future harm. We listen, we guide, and we fight with the empathy and determination your situation demands.

Call to Action for Venus Families

If hazing has injured your child or shattered your family, you do not have to walk this painful path alone. The institutions involved rely on silence and fear. We offer the experience, resources, and unwavering commitment to break that silence.

Contact The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC (Attorney911) today for a free, confidential consultation.

We will listen to your story, explain your legal options in clear terms, and help you make the best decision for your family’s future. There is no obligation, and everything you tell us is protected by attorney-client privilege.

Call us 24/7 at 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911).
Direct Line: (713) 528-9070
Website: https://attorney911.com
Se habla Español: Contact Mr. Lupe Peña at lupe@atty911.com.

Let us help you turn this nightmare into a pursuit of justice, accountability, and healing.

Plain Text Links to Key Resources

News Coverage of the Leonel Bermudez / UH Pi Kappa Phi Hazing Lawsuit:

• Click2Houston (KPRC 2) Coverage: 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 (KTRK) Coverage: https://abc13.com/post/waterboarding-forced-eating-physical-punishment-lawsuit-alleges-abuse-faced-injured-pledge-uhs-pi-kappa-phi-fraternity/18186418/

Attorney911 Educational YouTube Videos:

• Using Your Phone to Document Evidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs
• Understanding Statutes of Limitations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRHwg8tV02c
• Common Client Mistakes to Avoid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3IYsoxOSxY
• How Contingency Fees Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc

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Legal Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this does not create an attorney-client relationship. Each case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and law. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly. The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC (Attorney911) is located in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, and serves clients throughout the state.