🚨 Hazing Victims in Jackson County, Colorado: You Are Not Alone
If you or your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization in Jackson County, Colorado — we can help.
At Attorney 911, we are actively litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure from extreme hazing. The same fraternities operate near Jackson County. The same negligence exists at Colorado institutions. And we will fight for Jackson County families with the same aggression.
You have legal rights. You deserve justice. And you don’t have to face this alone.
📞 Call Now for a Free, Confidential Consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911
Available 24/7 for Jackson County hazing emergencies.
🔍 What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Jackson County
In November 2025, Leonel Bermudez, a prospective member of Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston, was subjected to weeks of systematic abuse, including:
✅ Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning
✅ Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
✅ Struck with wooden paddles
✅ Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to continue exercising
✅ Hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth
✅ Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure
This didn’t just happen in Texas. It happens at universities near Jackson County, Colorado — and we’re here to stop it.
🏛️ Who Is Liable for Hazing in Jackson County?
Hazing is not just “boys being boys” or “tradition.” It is assault, battery, and institutional negligence. In Jackson County, we can hold multiple parties accountable:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter | Directly organized and participated in hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise despite knowing about hazing risks |
| University/College | Failed to protect students despite having authority to stop hazing |
| Individual Members | Personally participated in or facilitated abuse |
| House Corporations | Owned property where hazing occurred |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes |
We are currently suing ALL of these parties in our Houston case — and we will do the same for Jackson County victims.
⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Jackson County Hazing Victim
1. Colorado Hazing Laws Protect You
Colorado has strict anti-hazing laws (C.R.S. § 18-9-124), making hazing a Class 3 misdemeanor — and if it causes serious injury or death, it becomes a felony.
Consent is NOT a defense. Even if you “agreed” to participate, you can still sue.
2. You Can Sue for Damages
Hazing victims in Jackson County can recover compensation for:
| Type of Damage | Examples |
|---|---|
| Medical Bills | Hospital stays, ER visits, therapy, future treatment |
| Lost Wages | Time missed from work during recovery |
| Pain & Suffering | Physical pain from beatings, forced exercise, or torture |
| Emotional Distress | PTSD, anxiety, depression from abuse |
| Educational Impact | Missed classes, failed courses, delayed graduation |
| Punitive Damages | Additional money to punish egregious conduct (like waterboarding) |
In our Houston case, we are seeking $10 million. Jackson County victims deserve the same justice.
3. You Have Time — But Act Now
- Colorado’s statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of injury.
- Evidence disappears fast — texts get deleted, witnesses forget, organizations destroy records.
- The sooner you act, the stronger your case.
💡 What to Do If You’ve Been Hazed in Jackson County
If you or your child has been hazed, follow these steps immediately:
1. Get Medical Attention
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
- Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and kidney failure can develop days later.
- Medical records are critical evidence.
2. Preserve ALL Evidence
✅ Texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs — Screenshot everything before it’s deleted.
✅ Photos/Videos — Document injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence.
✅ Witnesses — Get names and contact info of anyone who saw what happened.
✅ Social Media — Save posts from fraternity/sorority members about hazing.
✅ Emails/Documents — Pledge manuals, schedules, or any written rules.
DO NOT:
❌ Delete anything
❌ Confront the organization without a lawyer
❌ Post about the incident on social media
❌ Sign anything from the fraternity/sorority or university
3. Do NOT Talk to the Organization or Their Lawyers
- They will try to control the narrative.
- They will minimize your injuries.
- They will pressure you to stay quiet.
Let us handle ALL communications.
4. Call Attorney 911 Immediately
We offer free, confidential consultations — and we work on contingency, meaning:
✔ $0 upfront
✔ We don’t get paid unless you win
✔ We travel to Jackson County for your case
🏆 Why Jackson County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Already Fighting This Battle
- We’re actively litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and UH.
- We know exactly how these organizations operate — and how to make them pay.
2. We Have Insider Knowledge
- Both of our attorneys are former insurance defense lawyers — we know how the other side thinks.
- We’ve handled multi-million-dollar cases, including the BP Texas City explosion.
- We understand university bureaucracy and fraternity insurance structures.
3. We Serve Jackson County — No Matter Where You Are
- Headquartered in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, but we represent hazing victims nationwide.
- Federal court authority — we can sue national organizations anywhere.
- Video consultations — meet with us remotely.
- We travel to Jackson County for depositions, meetings, and trials.
4. We Speak Your Language
- Se habla español — our bilingual staff can assist Spanish-speaking families.
- We treat every client like family — no matter the size of your case.
5. We Get Results
✅ $10+ million in our current hazing case
✅ Millions recovered in personal injury and wrongful death cases
✅ 4.9-star Google rating (250+ reviews)
✅ Media coverage in ABC13, KHOU, Houston Chronicle, and more
📢 What Jackson County Parents Need to Know
1. Hazing Is More Common Than You Think
- 55% of Greek life members experience hazing.
- 40% of student athletes report hazing.
- Since 2000, at least one hazing death has occurred every year in the U.S.
- 95% of hazing victims do NOT report it — but you can break the silence.
2. Universities Know — And They Do Nothing
- University of Houston had a hazing hospitalization in 2017 — and did nothing to stop it from happening again in 2025.
- Pi Kappa Phi knew about Andrew Coffey’s death in 2017 — and did nothing to prevent Leonel Bermudez’s hospitalization in 2025.
- The same negligence exists at Colorado institutions.
3. “Tradition” Is Not an Excuse
- Waterboarding is torture — it’s a war crime when done to enemy combatants.
- Forcing someone to exercise until they collapse is reckless endangerment.
- Hitting someone with wooden paddles is assault.
- No “tradition” justifies abuse.
💰 Precedent Cases: Hazing Victims Win Millions
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green | Pi Kappa Alpha | $10.1 million settlement |
| Maxwell Gruver | LSU | Phi Delta Theta | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | $110+ million settlement |
| Andrew Coffey | FSU | Pi Kappa Phi | Confidential settlement |
| Adam Oakes | VCU | Delta Chi | $4+ million settlement |
Jackson County victims can — and do — win big. We will fight for the same justice for you.
🚨 The Time to Act Is Now
Every day you wait:
❌ Evidence disappears
❌ Witnesses forget
❌ Your legal rights expire
We offer:
✅ Free, confidential case evaluation
✅ $0 upfront — we only get paid if you win
✅ Aggressive representation against powerful institutions
✅ 24/7 availability for Jackson County hazing emergencies
📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 Now
Or email: ralph@atty911.com
We are ready to fight for Jackson County hazing victims — just like we’re fighting in Houston.
You are not alone. Justice is possible. Call us today.
