A Comprehensive Guide to Hazing in Texas for City of Bunker Hill Village and Harris County Families

We know that in the quiet, tree-lined streets of City of Bunker Hill Village and throughout the Memorial area, you send your children to college with pride and hope. The thought that they could be systematically abused in the name of “tradition” or “brotherhood” feels unimaginable. Yet right now, just a short drive from your home in Harris County, we’re fighting one of the most serious hazing cases in Texas history. This guide is written specifically for families in City of Bunker Hill Village, Memorial, and across Harris County who need to understand the harsh reality of modern hazing, Texas law, and what to do if this nightmare touches your family.

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)

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, photograph injuries, save physical items
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, or let your child delete messages

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.

The Reality in Harris County: A Case Study from Our Own Backyard

Right now, our firm represents Leonel Bermudez in a $10 million hazing and abuse lawsuit against the University of Houston, Pi Kappa Phi’s Beta Nu chapter, its national headquarters, and 13 individual fraternity leaders. This isn’t a story from another state—this happened here, in Harris County, at schools where many City of Bunker Hill Village families send their children.

According to detailed coverage from Click2Houston and ABC13, Bermudez’s fall 2025 pledge period involved:

Humiliating “pledge fanny pack” rules requiring him to carry condoms, sex toys, and nicotine devices 24/7
Extreme physical abuse including sprints, bear crawls, wheelbarrow races, and being sprayed in the face with a hose “similar to waterboarding”
Forced consumption of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting, followed by immediate physical punishment
A November 3 “workout” involving over 100 push-ups and 500 squats under threat of expulsion

The result? Bermudez developed rhabdomyolysis (severe muscle breakdown) and acute kidney failure. He passed brown urine, could not stand without help, and was hospitalized for four days with critically high creatine kinase levels confirming life-threatening organ damage. The Pi Kappa Phi chapter was suspended November 6, 2025, and members voted to surrender their charter on November 14. The University of Houston called the conduct “deeply disturbing” and promised disciplinary action.

This case matters to City of Bunker Hill Village families because it proves that catastrophic hazing isn’t something that only happens at distant schools—it’s happening right here at the University of Houston, Rice University, Texas Southern University, and other institutions where Harris County families invest in their children’s education. When powerful institutions fail to protect students, families need advocates who understand both the law and how these organizations operate behind closed doors.

Understanding the Greek Ecosystem Serving Harris County Families

When we investigate hazing cases for families in City of Bunker Hill Village, Memorial, River Oaks, and across Houston, we start with data. Our Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine tracks over 1,423 Greek-related organizations across 25 Texas metros, including 188 in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metro area alone. This isn’t guesswork—it’s based on public records, IRS filings, and university data.

Public Records: Fraternities, Sororities & Greek Organizations in Greater Houston

If you’re a parent in City of Bunker Hill Village, you deserve to know who really stands behind the Greek organizations connected to your child. Below is a sampling of the 125+ Texas-registered Greek organizations recorded in IRS B83 filings—the same public records we use to identify potentially liable entities in hazing cases:

Houston-Area Organizations (IRS B83 Filings):

Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Housing Corporation Inc – EIN 46-2267515, 10601 Big Horn Trail, Frisco, TX 75035
Sigma Chi Fraternity Epsilon Xi Chapter – EIN 74-6084905, 4300 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX 77204
Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity – EIN 74-6064445, 1855 Highway 69 N, Nederland, TX 77627 (alumni/house corp)
Delta Phi Upsilon Fraternity Inc – EIN 80-0209640, PO Box 7334, Houston, TX 77248 (Grand Chapter)
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Inc – EIN 76-0221936, PO Box 271704, Houston, TX 77277
Hellenic Professional Society of Texas – EIN 74-2020182, PO Box 66011, Houston, TX 77266
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity Inc – EIN 47-5370943, 5019 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX 77204 (Theta Delta chapter)
Southwestern Region of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority Incorporated – EIN 51-0194762, 6822 Sandswept Ln, Houston, TX 77086
Sigma Phi Epsilon New York Chi Alumni Association Inc – EIN 26-2710856, 618 Rutland St, Houston, TX 77007
The Ethel Hedgemon Lyle Foundation of Texas – EIN 76-0592907, PO Box 3258, Spring, TX 77383

Additional Harris County Greek Entities:

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated – Sigma Gamma Chapter – EIN 39-2352450, PO Box 540026, Houston, TX 77254
College of Biblical Studies – Houston, Harris County
Houston Christian University – Houston, Harris County
Rice University – Houston, Harris County (numerous Greek organizations)
Texas Southern University – Houston, Harris County (Divine Nine headquarters presence)

Where City of Bunker Hill Village Families Send Their Students

Based on patterns we see in our practice serving Harris County families, students from City of Bunker Hill Village, Memorial, and surrounding affluent neighborhoods typically attend:

Local/Regional Universities:

University of Houston (Houston, Harris County) – 15+ miles from Bunker Hill Village
Rice University (Houston, Harris County) – 10+ miles from Bunker Hill Village
Texas Southern University (Houston, Harris County)
Houston Christian University (Houston, Harris County)
University of St. Thomas (Houston, Harris County)

Major Texas Universities (Common Choices):

Texas A&M University (College Station, Brazos County) – Approximately 90 miles
University of Texas at Austin (Austin, Travis County) – Approximately 160 miles
Baylor University (Waco, McLennan County) – Approximately 190 miles
Southern Methodist University (Dallas, Dallas County) – Approximately 240 miles
Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, Tarrant County) – Approximately 260 miles

Other Texas Campuses with Significant Greek Life:

Texas State University (San Marcos, Hays County)
Texas Tech University (Lubbock, Lubbock County)
Sam Houston State University (Huntsville, Walker County)
Prairie View A&M University (Prairie View, Waller County)
Lamar University (Beaumont, Jefferson County)

For City of Bunker Hill Village families, this means that even if your child attends school hours away, the same national fraternities and sororities—with the same patterns of conduct and liability—operate across Texas campuses. The Pi Kappa Phi organization involved in the UH case, for example, has chapters at Texas A&M, UT Austin, and other schools where Harris County students enroll.

Texas Hazing Law: What City of Bunker Hill Village Families Must Know

Texas has specific anti-hazing laws under Education Code Chapter 37 that apply to all students at Texas universities, whether they’re from City of Bunker Hill Village, Houston, or anywhere else in the state.

Criminal Penalties Under Texas Law

Class B Misdemeanor: Basic hazing without serious injury (up to 180 days jail, $2,000 fine)
Class A Misdemeanor: Hazing causing injury requiring medical treatment
State Jail Felony: Hazing causing serious bodily injury or death
Id;id- Organizational Liability: Fraternities/sororities can be fined up to $10,000 per violation
Failure to Report: Members/officers who know about hazing and fail to report it face misdemeanor charges
Retaliation Protection: Those who report in good faith receive immunity from civil/criminal liability

Critical Legal Principle: Consent is NOT a Defense

Texas Education Code §37.155 explicitly states that a victim’s “consent” to hazing activities is not a legal defense. Courts recognize that true consent cannot exist when there’s peer pressure, power imbalance, and fear of social exclusion. This principle is crucial for families who hear defenses like “he wanted to do it” or “she agreed to participate.”

Civil Liability Beyond Criminal Charges

While criminal cases are prosecuted by the state, civil lawsuits allow victims and families to seek compensation and accountability from:

Individual students who planned or carried out hazing
Local chapters and their officers
National fraternity/sorority headquarters
Universities and their governing boards
Property owners and landlords
Alcohol providers (under dram shop liability)

For City of Bunker Hill Village families, this means that even if criminal charges aren’t filed or don’t result in convictions, civil litigation can still provide justice, compensation for medical expenses, and institutional reforms to prevent future harm.

National Hazing Patterns That Repeat in Texas

The hazing that injured Leonel Bermudez at UH follows patterns we’ve seen nationwide for decades. These national cases matter to City of Bunker Hill Village families because the same organizations operating at Texas schools have been involved in tragedies across the country.

Alcohol Poisoning & Death Pattern

Stone Foltz – Bowling Green State University, Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): Forced to drink nearly a full bottle of whiskey during “Big/Little” night; died from alcohol poisoning. Resulted in $10 million settlement ($7M from Pi Kappa Alpha national, ~$3M from BGSU).
Max Gruver – LSU, Phi Delta Theta (2017): “Bible study” drinking game where wrong answers meant forced drinking; died with BAC of 0.495%. Louisiana enacted the Max Gruver Act making hazing a felony.
Andrew Coffey – Florida State University, Pi Kappa Phi (2017): Pledge died from acute alcohol poisoning during “Big Brother Night.” FSU temporarily suspended all Greek life.

Physical & Ritualized Hazing Pattern

Chun “Michael” Deng – Baruch College, Pi Delta Psi (2013): Pledge died from traumatic brain injury during blindfolded “glass ceiling” ritual at Pennsylvania retreat. Pi Delta Psi was banned from Pennsylvania for 10 years.
Danny Santulli – University of Missouri, Phi Gamma Delta (2021): Suffered severe, permanent brain damage from forced drinking during “pledge dad reveal” night; requires 24/7 care. Family settled with 22 defendants.

What These Patterns Mean for Harris County Families

When national organizations like Pi Kappa Alpha, Pi Kappa Phi, Phi Delta Theta, or others with documented hazing histories operate chapters at UH, Texas A&M, UT Austin, or other Texas schools, they bring with them known risks. For City of Bunker Hill Village parents, this means:

The conduct isn’t “unforeseeable” – these organizations have been warned repeatedly
National headquarters often know about dangerous traditions but fail to adequately supervise chapters
Prior incidents at other campuses can strengthen negligence claims in Texas cases

Hazing at Texas Universities: Campus-Specific Realities

University of Houston (UH) – Your Local University

Campus Context for Harris County Families: UH is where many City of Bunker Hill Village students attend, especially those seeking strong business, engineering, or pre-law programs close to home. With over 40 Greek organizations, hazing risks are real and documented.

Recent Incidents Beyond the Bermudez Case:

Pi Kappa Alpha (2016): Pledges allegedly deprived of food, water, and sleep during multi-day event; one student suffered lacerated spleen after being slammed onto a table. Chapter faced misdemeanor hazing charges and suspension.
Multiple Organizations on Probation: UH’s conduct records show repeated alcohol violations, physical endangerment, and policy violations leading to suspensions.

How UH Handles Hazing:

Prohibits hazing on and off campus
Reporting through Dean of Students, conduct offices, and UHPD
Publishes some disciplinary information but less transparent than UT Austin
Often suspends chapters following serious incidents

What City of Bunker Hill Village Families Should Know About UH Cases:

Jurisdiction may involve UHPD and/or Houston Police Department depending on location
Civil suits typically filed in Harris County courts
University may claim sovereign immunity as a public institution (exceptions exist for gross negligence)
Evidence collection must begin immediately before group chats are deleted

Texas A&M University – A Popular Choice Despite Distance

Why This Matters to Harris County Families: Many City of Bunker Hill Village students choose Texas A&M for its prestigious engineering, business, and agricultural programs, as well as its strong alumni network in Houston.

Documented Hazing Issues:

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Chemical Burns Case (2021): Two pledges alleged being covered in industrial-strength cleaner, raw eggs, and spit, causing severe chemical burns requiring skin graft surgeries. The fraternity was suspended for two years; pledges sued for $1 million.
Corps of Cadets Lawsuit (2023): Cadet alleged degrading hazing including simulated sexual acts and being bound between beds in a “roasted pig” pose with an apple in his mouth. Sought over $1 million; A&M stated it handled the matter under its rules.
Multiple Greek Organizations on Disciplinary Status: A&M’s conduct records show repeated alcohol hazing, physical abuse, and endangerment violations.

Unique A&M Considerations:

The Corps of Cadets represents additional hazing risk beyond Greek life
“Old Army” traditions sometimes blur into dangerous hazing
University has extensive anti-hazing policies but enforcement varies
Brazos County courts typically handle local cases, but Houston-based attorneys can serve as lead counsel for Harris County families

University of Texas at Austin – Academic Excellence with Risk

UT’s Significance for Memorial-Area Families: As Texas’s flagship university, UT Austin attracts top students from City of Bunker Hill Village for its nationally ranked programs. Its large Greek system presents both social opportunities and hazing dangers.

UT’s Public Transparency Advantage:
Unlike many schools, UT maintains a public Hazing Violations page that lists organizations, conduct, and sanctions. Recent entries include:

Pi Kappa Alpha (2023): New members directed to consume milk and perform strenuous calisthenics; found to be hazing; chapter placed on probation.
Texas Wranglers (spirit organization): Sanctioned for forced workouts and alcohol-related hazing.
Multiple fraternities and sororities: Disciplined for alcohol violations, physical endangerment, and humiliation rituals.

What Harris County Parents Should Know:

UT’s transparency makes it easier to establish pattern evidence in lawsuits
UTPD and Austin PD share jurisdiction depending on incident location
Travis County courts handle local cases, but we can serve as co-counsel with local attorneys or handle cases with Houston connections
Private entities (national fraternities, housing corporations) often have insurance coverage reachable in Harris County

Southern Methodist University (SMU) & Baylor University

While farther from City of Bunker Hill Village, these universities still attract Harris County students and present similar hazing risks:

SMU Considerations:

Private university status affects transparency and liability standards
Kappa Alpha Order incident (2017): New members reportedly paddled, forced to drink, deprived of sleep; chapter suspended until 2021
Greek life is central to social experience, increasing hazing pressures

Baylor Considerations:

Religious identity creates unique dynamics around accountability
Baseball hazing (2020): 14 players suspended following hazing investigation
History of institutional handling of abuse cases (Title IX scandal) informs how university may respond to hazing

Building a Case: Evidence Collection Strategies for Harris County Families

When we represent families from City of Bunker Hill Village and across Harris County, our investigation begins with evidence that too often disappears within days. Our experience from complex litigation—including BP Texas City explosion cases—teaches us that evidence preservation is everything.

Digital Evidence That Wins Cases

Group Chats (Most Critical Evidence):

GroupMe, WhatsApp, iMessage groups: Screenshot entire threads with timestamps visible
Discord servers, Slack workspaces: Capture planning conversations and post-event discussions
Fraternity-specific apps: Preserve any organizational communications

Social Media Evidence:

Instagram Stories, Snapchat: These disappear quickly—screenshot immediately
TikTok videos, Facebook posts: Document any public or private content about hazing events
Location tags, check-ins: Prove where events occurred

How to Properly Preserve Digital Evidence:

Screenshot immediately – don’t wait
Capture full context – include messages before and after the key content
Show timestamps and participant names
Back up to cloud storage – email screenshots to yourself
Do NOT delete anything – even embarrassing content

We have a video explaining how to use your phone to document evidence that’s crucial for families in the first 48 hours.

Medical Documentation

Immediate Steps:

Seek medical care immediately – even if injuries seem minor
Tell providers you were hazed – this must be in medical records
Request all records – ER reports, lab results (toxicology, kidney function for rhabdomyolysis), imaging
Follow up with specialists – document ongoing treatment needs

Critical for Hazing Cases:

Rhabdomyolysis testing (creatine kinase levels) – proves extreme physical abuse
Toxicology reports – documents forced alcohol/drug consumption
Psychological evaluations – PTSD, depression, anxiety diagnoses support emotional distress claims

Institutional Records We Obtain Through Discovery

When we file lawsuits for Harris County families, we use legal discovery to obtain:

University conduct files – prior incidents involving same organization
National fraternity records – risk management files, prior complaints
Insurance policies – coverage information for all potential defendants
Chapter communications – emails, texts between local and national officers
Property records – who owns houses where hazing occurred

Witness Identification

Who to document immediately:

Other pledges from the same class
Roommates or friends who noticed changes
Former members who quit or were expelled
Emergency responders who provided treatment
RA’s or housing staff who witnessed comings/goings

Damages: What City of Bunker Hill Village Families Can Recover

When hazing causes injury or death, Texas law allows recovery of several categories of damages. Our experience with multi-million dollar wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases helps us properly value claims for Harris County families.

Economic Damages (Quantifiable Losses)

Medical expenses: Past and future hospitalization, surgery, therapy, medications
Lost educational opportunities: Tuition for semesters missed, lost scholarships
Diminished earning capacity: If injuries cause permanent disability affecting career prospects
Property damage: Replacement of damaged clothing, phones, other personal items

Non-Economic Damages

Physical pain and suffering from injuries
Emotional distress: PTSD, depression, anxiety, humiliation
Loss of enjoyment of life: Inability to participate in college experience, activities
Reputational harm: Social stigma affecting future opportunities

Wrongful Death Damages (When Tragedy Strikes)

Funeral and burial expenses
Loss of financial support the deceased would have provided family
Loss of companionship, love, and guidance for parents and siblings
Mental anguish of surviving family members

Punitive Damages (When Conduct is Especially Reckless)

In cases involving particularly egregious conduct, cover-ups, or repeated violations despite warnings, Texas courts may award punitive damages to punish defendants and deter future conduct.

Common Defense Tactics and How We Counter Them

When we represent Harris County families against fraternities, sororities, and universities, we anticipate these common defenses:

Defense: “The Pledge Consented”

Our Response: Texas law explicitly states consent is not a defense. We show coercion through group chat evidence, power imbalance, and fear of exclusion.

Defense: “National Headquarters Didn’t Know”

Our Response: We obtain national’s records showing prior incidents at other chapters, proving foreseeable risk. Organizations like Pi Kappa Alpha, Pi Kappa Phi, and Sigma Alpha Epsilon have documented hazing histories nationwide.

Defense: “It Happened Off-Campus”

Our Response: Location doesn’t eliminate liability when organizations sponsor events, provide alcohol, or exercise control. Many successful hazing cases involve off-campus houses, Airbnbs, or retreats.

Defense: “We Have Anti-Hazing Policies”

Our Response: We show policies were window dressing—not enforced, with minimal consequences for prior violations. Having a policy isn’t enough; meaningful enforcement is required.

Defense: “University Sovereign Immunity”

Our Response: While public universities have some immunity protections, exceptions exist for gross negligence, Title IX violations, and cases against individual employees. Even when immunity applies, universities often settle to avoid bad publicity.

Defense: “Insurance Doesn’t Cover Intentional Acts”

Our Response: Mr. Lupe Peña’s background as a former insurance defense attorney gives us unique insight into coverage arguments. We identify all potential policies (national, local, alumni, property) and argue that negligent supervision—not just intentional hazing—triggers coverage.

Practical Guide for City of Bunker Hill Village Parents

Warning Signs Your Child May Be Being Hazed

Physical Signs:

Unexplained bruises, burns, cuts, or injuries with inconsistent explanations
Extreme exhaustion beyond normal college stress
Weight changes from food/water restriction
Signs of alcohol poisoning (even if your child doesn’t normally drink)
Chemical burns, rashes, or skin damage

Behavioral Changes:

Sudden secrecy about organization activities (“I can’t talk about it”)
Withdrawal from family, non-Greek friends, or previous activities
Personality changes: anxiety, depression, irritability
Constant phone monitoring for group chat messages
Fear of “letting the chapter down” or “getting in trouble”

Academic Red Flags:

Grades dropping suddenly
Missing classes or falling asleep in class
Skipping assignments for “mandatory” events
Losing scholarships or academic standing

Questions to Ask (Non-Confrontationally)

“How are things going with [organization]? Are they respectful of your time for classes and sleep?”
“What do they ask new members to do? Is there anything that makes you uncomfortable?”
“Have you seen anyone get hurt, or have you been hurt?”
“Do you feel like you can leave if you want to, or would there be consequences?”
“Are they asking you to keep secrets from me or the university?”

Steps to Take If You Suspect Hazing

Immediate (First 24 Hours):

Prioritize safety – if in danger, call 911
Get medical attention – even for seemingly minor injuries
Preserve evidence – screenshot messages, photograph injuries
Document everything – write down what your child tells you
Call Attorney911 – 1-888-ATTY-911 for immediate guidance

Strategic (First Week):

Consult with experienced hazing attorney – before talking to university or insurance
Report to authorities – with attorney’s guidance on timing and approach
Continue medical documentation – follow-up care creates treatment record
Identify witnesses – document names and contact information
Secure physical evidence – clothing, objects used in hazing

Critical Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Case

Letting your child delete messages – This looks like cover-up and destroys evidence
Confronting the organization directly – They’ll lawyer up and destroy evidence
Signing university “resolution” forms – Often include waivers of legal rights
Posting on social media – Defense attorneys screenshot everything for inconsistencies
Waiting for university investigation – Evidence disappears, witnesses graduate
Talking to insurance adjusters – Recorded statements are used against you

We have a video detailing client mistakes that can ruin injury cases that’s essential viewing for Harris County families.

For Students: Your Rights and Safety Planning

Is This Hazing? Self-Assessment Guide

Ask yourself:

Am I being forced or pressured to do something dangerous or degrading?
Would I do this if there were no social consequences for refusing?
Is this activity hidden from university officials or outsiders?
Are older members making new members do things they don’t have to do themselves?

If you answered yes to any of these, it’s likely hazing.

How to Exit Safely

If in Immediate Danger:

Call 911 or campus police
Get to a safe location (your dorm, friend’s place, public area)
You have legal protection for calling for help in emergencies

If You Want to Quit:

Tell someone outside the organization first (parent, RA, friend)
Send written resignation to chapter president/new member educator
Do NOT go to “one last meeting” where you might be pressured or retaliated against
If threatened, report immediately to campus police and Dean of Students

Evidence Collection for Students

While It’s Happening or Immediately After:

Screenshot group chats – capture full conversations with timestamps
Voice memos – Texas is one-party consent; you can record conversations you’re part of
Photos/videos – injuries, locations, objects used
Save everything digital – don’t delete even embarrassing content
Medical documentation – tell providers you were hazed so it’s in records

Reporting Options

On Campus:

Dean of Students or Office of Student Conduct
Title IX Coordinator (if sexualized hazing)
Campus police
蒋Counseling center (confidential support)

Off Campus:

Local police (Houston PD, Harris County Sheriff for local incidents)
National Anti-Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE
Experienced hazing attorney

Why Attorney911 for Harris 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. Here’s why families in City of Bunker Hill Village, Memorial, and across Harris County choose us:

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
Argue coverage exclusions for “intentional acts”
We know their playbook because we used to run it.

Complex Litigation Against Massive Institutions

Ralph Manginello is one of the few Texas attorneys involved in BP Texas City explosion litigation—taking on billion-dollar corporations and winning. That same experience applies when we face national fraternities with unlimited legal budgets.

Multi-Million Dollar Results

We’ve recovered millions for families in wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases, including:

Logging accident brain injury – multi-million dollar settlement
Car accident leading to amputation – multi-million dollar settlement
Wrongful death trucking cases – multi-million dollar recoveries

Criminal + Civil Hazing Expertise

Ralph’s membership in the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA) gives us unique understanding of:

How criminal hazing charges interact with civil litigation
Defense strategies for witnesses or former members with exposure
Navigating dual-track criminal and civil cases

Investigative Depth

Our network includes:

Digital forensics experts to recover deleted messages
Medical experts specializing in rhabdomyolysis, TBI, PTSD
Greek life culture experts to explain coercion dynamics
Economists to calculate lifetime damages

Trial Readiness

We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. That preparation creates leverage in settlement negotiations because defendants know we’re not bluffing.

Your Next Steps: Contact Us for a Free Consultation

If hazing has impacted your family in City of Bunker Hill Village, Memorial, or anywhere in Harris County, we want to help. Time is critical—evidence disappears quickly, and institutions move fast to control narratives.

What to Expect in Your Free Consultation

We listen without judgment – We understand this is devastating
Review evidence you have – photos, texts, medical records
Explain legal options – criminal report, civil lawsuit, both, or neither
Discuss realistic expectations – timeline, potential outcomes
Answer cost questions – contingency fee means no fee unless we win
No pressure to hire – take time to decide what’s right for your family

Contact Information

Call: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
Direct: (713) 528-9070
Cell: (713) 443-4781
Website: https://attorney911.com
Email: ralph@atty911.com

Spanish Services Available:
Hablamos Español – Contact Lupe Peña at lupe@atty911.com for consultation in Spanish

Statute of Limitations Warning

Texas generally has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury and wrongful death cases from the date of injury or death. However, exceptions and complexities exist. Don’t wait—call us immediately to protect your rights.

Watch our video explaining Texas statutes of limitations for critical timing information.

Plain Text Links to Key Resources

News Coverage of UH Pi Kappa Phi Case

Attorney911 Educational Videos

Using your phone to document evidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs
Texas statutes of limitations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRHwg8tV02c
Client mistakes that ruin cases: 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 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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