🚨 Tehama County Hazing Lawyer — Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Attorney

Hazing doesn’t stop at state lines. Neither do we.

If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or other student organization near Tehama County, California, you have legal rights — and you have powerful allies in the fight for justice. Attorney 911 is currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston, and we are ready to bring that same aggressive representation to Tehama County families.

📞 Call now for a free, confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Serving Tehama County and nationwide

🔥 What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Tehama County

On November 21, 2025, we filed a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure due to extreme hazing. The lawsuit alleges:

• Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning as punishment
• Forced to perform 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
• Struck with wooden paddles as part of “tradition”
• Forced to eat until vomiting, then required to continue exercising
• Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing — fraternity did nothing to stop it
• University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the abuse occurred

This isn’t just a Houston problem. The same fraternities operate at universities near Tehama County. The same “traditions” exist. The same negligence allows hazing to continue.

If your child was hazed in Tehama County, we will fight for you with the same intensity we’re bringing to this landmark case.

⚠️ Hazing in Tehama County — It’s Closer Than You Think

Tehama County is home to Shasta College in Redding, and is within driving distance of major universities including Chico State (CSU Chico), Simpson University, and Butte College. These institutions have active Greek life communities where hazing is a known risk.

National fraternities with chapters near Tehama County include:

• Pi Kappa Phi
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)
• Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)
• Kappa Sigma
• Phi Delta Theta
• Sigma Chi
• Delta Chi
• And many others

These are the same organizations that have paid millions in hazing settlements nationwide. The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client in Houston exist at Tehama County-area chapters.

🏛️ Who Is Liable for Tehama County Hazing?

When hazing happens, multiple parties share responsibility — and we sue them all:

In our Houston case, we are suing:

• Pi Kappa Phi National
• The local chapter
• The housing corporation
• The University of Houston
• Individual members and officers

We will pursue the same comprehensive liability strategy for Tehama County families.

💰 What Tehama County Hazing Victims Can Recover

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

🏥 Economic Damages

• Medical bills (hospitalization, surgery, therapy, medication)
• Future medical care (dialysis, kidney monitoring, mental health treatment)
• Lost wages (time missed from work during recovery)
• Lost earning capacity (if injuries impact future career)
• Educational disruption (tuition, scholarships, academic setbacks)

😢 Non-Economic Damages

• Physical pain and suffering (the agony of rhabdomyolysis, forced exercise, beatings)
• Emotional distress (PTSD, anxiety, depression from abuse)
• Humiliation and shame (from forced nudity, sexual humiliation, degradation)
• Loss of enjoyment of life (inability to participate in normal activities)
• Fear of retaliation (documented in our Houston case — victims fear speaking out)

⚖️ Punitive Damages

• Punishment for outrageous conduct (waterboarding, forced vomiting, 500 squats)
• Deterrence for future hazing (to prevent other Tehama County students from being harmed)
• Pattern of negligence (when universities and nationals know about hazing and do nothing)

Precedent Cases Show Hazing Victims Win Millions:

• $10.1 million — Stone Foltz (Bowling Green State, Pi Kappa Alpha)
• $6.1 million — Maxwell Gruver (LSU, Phi Delta Theta) — jury verdict
• $110+ million — Timothy Piazza (Penn State, Beta Theta Pi)
• $10 million — Our current lawsuit (UH, Pi Kappa Phi)

Tehama County families can recover the same compensation.

⏳ Tehama County Families — Time Is Critical

California has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. This means you have only 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.

Do not wait until it’s too late.

• Evidence disappears
• Witnesses forget
• Organizations destroy records
• Your legal rights expire

Call Attorney 911 today for a free consultation. We will evaluate your case, preserve evidence, and fight for maximum compensation.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (available 24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com

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

If you suspect or know your child was hazed, follow these steps immediately:

1. 🏥 Seek medical attention — Even if injuries seem minor, get checked. Rhabdomyolysis, concussions, and psychological trauma may not appear immediately.
2. 📸 Document everything — Take photos of injuries, save text messages, screenshots of social media, and any physical evidence.
3. 📝 Write down what happened — Record dates, times, locations, names of people involved, and details of hazing activities.
4. 🚫 Do NOT confront the organization — They will destroy evidence, coordinate stories, and intimidate witnesses.
5. 🚫 Do NOT post on social media — Anything you post can be used against you.
6. 📞 Contact Attorney 911 immediately — We will guide you through the legal process and protect your rights.

We handle everything else:

• Preserving evidence
• Communicating with the organization and their lawyers
• Filing insurance claims
• Negotiating settlements
• Taking the case to trial if needed

🎓 Why Tehama County Families Choose Attorney 911

✅ We’re Fighting This Fight Right Now

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the battle for hazing victims every day.

✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know their playbook — and we use that knowledge to maximize compensation for Tehama County victims.

✅ Federal Court Authority

We are admitted to U.S. District Court, allowing us to pursue federal claims against national fraternities and universities — critical for Tehama County cases involving out-of-state organizations.

✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses

Licensed in Texas and New York — strategic advantage for suing national organizations headquartered in other states.

✅ We Travel to Tehama County

While based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we travel to Tehama County for depositions, meetings, and trials. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

✅ Se Habla Español

Our team is bilingual. We serve Spanish-speaking Tehama County families without language barriers.

✅ Contingency Fee Representation

$0 upfront. $0 unless we win. We don’t get paid unless you get paid. This allows Tehama County families to fight back against powerful institutions without financial risk.

✅ Proven Results

• $10 million — Current hazing lawsuit
• Multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases
• Former BP Texas City explosion litigation — experience with complex, high-stakes cases
• Hundreds of cases won against insurance companies

🏆 Our Approach to Tehama County Hazing Cases

1. Immediate Evidence Preservation

• Send preservation letters to all defendants
• Obtain and preserve text messages, social media, photos, videos
• Interview witnesses before memories fade
• Document injuries at all stages of healing

2. Comprehensive Liability Strategy

• Sue every responsible party — individuals, chapters, nationals, universities
• Pursue all available insurance policies
• Build pattern evidence of prior hazing incidents
• Establish institutional knowledge — they knew or should have known

3. Medical and Psychological Support

• Connect victims with specialists for physical and mental health treatment
• Document all medical expenses and future care needs
• Work with life care planners to calculate long-term costs

4. Aggressive Negotiation

• Demand full policy limits from insurance companies
• Reject lowball settlement offers
• Prepare every case for trial

5. Trial-Ready Representation

• We are not afraid to go to court
• Juries hate hazing — they award millions when they hear the facts
• We have decades of trial experience

📢 Message to Tehama County Fraternities and Sororities

To the fraternities and sororities operating near Tehama County:

We are watching. We know your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your hazing histories.

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Kappa Sigma, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi, Delta Chi — if your chapter harms students in Tehama County, we will pursue every liable entity.

We are currently suing Pi Kappa Phi for $10 million. We have won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements in hazing cases nationwide. We know how to build these cases. We know how to win.

Clean up your chapters before we clean them out in court.

📚 Tehama County Hazing Resources

📞 Emergency Hotlines

• National Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293)
• Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

🏛️ California Hazing Laws

• California Education Code § 32050-32054 — Defines hazing and criminal penalties
• Penal Code § 245.6 — Makes hazing a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail
• Max Gruver Act (Louisiana) — Hazing resulting in death is a felony (model for California reform)

📅 Important Deadlines

• 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims in California
• Report hazing immediately to preserve evidence and protect other students

❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Tehama County Families

Q: What is considered hazing in California?

A: California law defines hazing as any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization that causes or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm.

Examples include:

• Forced consumption of alcohol or drugs
• Physical beatings or paddling
• Extreme exercise to the point of collapse
• Waterboarding or simulated drowning
• Sleep deprivation
• Sexual humiliation
• Forced nudity
• Any activity that creates a substantial risk of harm

Q: My child consented to participate. Can we still sue?

A: Yes. California law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the organization can still be held liable for any harm caused.

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

A: No. “Tradition” does not excuse illegal or dangerous behavior. Courts and juries do not accept “tradition” as a justification for assault, battery, or reckless endangerment.

Q: We’re worried about retaliation. How can you protect us?

A: We understand that victims and families often fear retaliation. We take steps to:

• Protect your identity during legal proceedings
• File anonymously when possible
• Pursue restraining orders against individuals who threaten retaliation
• Work with campus security to ensure safety

Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?

A: It doesn’t matter. Hazing is illegal whether it occurs on or off campus. We can still pursue claims against the organization, individuals, and any property owners involved.

Q: How much is our Tehama County hazing case worth?

A: Every case is unique, but hazing cases often result in multi-million dollar settlements or verdicts, especially when:

• The victim was hospitalized
• The hazing involved extreme physical abuse (waterboarding, beatings, forced exercise)
• The university or national organization knew about prior hazing
• There is evidence of a cover-up

Recent hazing cases have resulted in:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz)
• $6.1 million (Maxwell Gruver)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza)

Q: How long does a hazing lawsuit take?

A: Hazing cases can take 1-3 years from filing to resolution, depending on:

• The severity of injuries
• The number of defendants
• Whether the case settles or goes to trial

We work to resolve cases as quickly as possible while maximizing compensation.

Q: What if my child was hazed at a community college near Tehama County?

A: You still have rights. Community colleges like Shasta College and Butte College have the same duty to protect students from hazing. We represent victims from all types of institutions.

Q: Can we sue if no one was physically injured?

A: Yes. Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) from hazing is compensable. Many hazing victims suffer long-term emotional harm even without physical injury.

Q: What if the fraternity has already been suspended?

A: Suspension does not end liability. In fact, it can be evidence that the organization knew about the hazing. We can still pursue claims against the chapter, national organization, university, and individuals.

📞 Tehama County Families — Contact Us Today

Hazing is not tradition. It’s not bonding. It’s not building character.

It is abuse. It is assault. It is illegal.

If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or other student organization near Tehama County, you have legal rights — and you have powerful allies ready to fight for you.

Call Attorney 911 now for a free, confidential consultation:

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (available 24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

We don’t get paid unless you get paid. $0 upfront. $0 unless we win.

Serving Tehama County, Redding, Chico, and all of Northern California.

Enough is enough. It’s time to hold them accountable.