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February 22, 2026 8 min read
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🚨 Dallas County Hazing Lawyer: Holding Fraternities Accountable for Abuse

If your child was hazed in Dallas County, you have legal rights. Our attorneys are fighting this battle right now β€” and we’ll fight for your family too.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston. Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, and struck with wooden paddles β€” all as part of “pledge activities.” He ended up in the hospital with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure, spending four days fighting for his life.

This isn’t just happening in Houston. The same fraternities operate at universities near Dallas County. The same hazing culture exists. And we will hold them accountable.

⚠️ Dallas County Parents: This Could Be Your Child

Hazing doesn’t stop at state lines. The same national fraternities that waterboarded our client in Houston have chapters at universities across Texas β€” including near Dallas County. If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority, they face the same risks:

  • Forced alcohol consumption leading to alcohol poisoning
  • Extreme physical punishment causing rhabdomyolysis or traumatic brain injury
  • Waterboarding and simulated drowning β€” yes, they’re doing this
  • Psychological torture resulting in PTSD and anxiety
  • Sexual humiliation and degradation

Dallas County families deserve the same aggressive legal representation we’re providing in Houston. While we’re based in Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide through our federal court authority and commitment to traveling wherever justice demands.

πŸ›οΈ Who We Sue for Dallas County Hazing Victims

When hazing happens, everyone who allowed it is responsible. In our current case, we’re suing:

  1. The local fraternity chapter β€” they organized and conducted the hazing
  2. The national fraternity organization β€” they knew about the “hazing crisis” and failed to stop it
  3. The university β€” they owned the fraternity house where the abuse occurred
  4. Individual members β€” including the president, pledgemaster, and anyone who participated

Dallas County families: The same defendants exist at your local universities. The same liability applies.

πŸ’° What Dallas County Hazing Victims Can Recover

Hazing cases can result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. In our current case, we’re seeking $10 million for:

  • Medical expenses β€” hospital bills, ongoing treatment, future care
  • Pain and suffering β€” physical agony from the abuse
  • Mental anguish β€” PTSD, anxiety, depression from the trauma
  • Lost wages β€” time missed from work or school
  • Punitive damages β€” to punish the organization and prevent future hazing

Precedent cases show what’s possible:

  • $10.1 million settlement for the family of Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha)
  • $6.1 million jury verdict for the family of Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta)
  • $110+ million settlement for the family of Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi)

Dallas County families: These same results are possible for your case.

πŸ“… Dallas County Hazing Statute of Limitations

You have a limited time to act. In Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 2 years from the date of the injury. This means:

  • If your child was hazed in Dallas County, you must file a lawsuit within 2 years
  • If your child died from hazing, you must file within 2 years of their death
  • Every day you wait is a day closer to losing your legal rights

Don’t let the fraternity or university pressure you into silence. Contact us immediately for a free consultation.

πŸ” What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Dallas County

If you suspect your child was hazed in Dallas County, take these steps immediately:

  1. Seek medical attention β€” even if injuries seem minor, get them checked
  2. Preserve all evidence β€” texts, photos, videos, social media posts
  3. Document everything β€” write down what happened, when, and who was involved
  4. Do NOT talk to the fraternity or university alone β€” they will try to control the narrative
  5. Do NOT sign anything β€” the organization may try to get you to waive your rights
  6. Contact an attorney immediately β€” time is critical

Dallas County families: We offer free, confidential consultations. Call us today at 1-888-ATTY-911 or email ralph@atty911.com.

🏒 Universities Near Dallas County Where Hazing Happens

Dallas County is home to major universities with active Greek life programs. Some of the institutions where hazing occurs include:

  • University of Texas at Dallas (Richardson, TX)
  • Southern Methodist University (Dallas, TX)
  • Texas Woman’s University (Denton, TX)
  • University of North Texas (Denton, TX)
  • Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX)

These universities have the same fraternities and sororities involved in hazing deaths nationwide:

  • Pi Kappa Phi
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)
  • Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)
  • Beta Theta Pi
  • Phi Delta Theta
  • Sigma Chi
  • Kappa Sigma

Dallas County parents: If your child is pledging one of these organizations, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client.

πŸ“° Our Current Case: What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Dallas County

Our current $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston reveals the shocking reality of modern hazing:

  • Waterboarding with a garden hose β€” simulated drowning as “pledge activities”
  • Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups until he couldn’t stand
  • Struck with wooden paddles β€” physical assault with weapons
  • Forced to eat until vomiting, then forced to continue exercising
  • Forced to lie in vomit-soaked grass after vomiting
  • Another pledge lost consciousness during forced workouts β€” they kept going
  • Hazing occurred at a university-owned fraternity house β€” the university collected rent while students were tortured

This happened in Houston. It could happen in Dallas County. The same fraternities operate near Dallas County. The same culture of abuse exists. And we will fight for Dallas County families with the same determination.

πŸ›‘οΈ Why Dallas County Families Choose Attorney 911

  1. We’re fighting this battle right now β€” our $10 million hazing lawsuit is active
  2. Former insurance defense attorneys β€” we know how the other side thinks
  3. Federal court authority β€” we can pursue your case nationwide
  4. Dual-state bar admission β€” Texas AND New York licensed
  5. 25+ years of litigation experience β€” battle-tested trial attorneys
  6. We come to Dallas County β€” for depositions, meetings, and trials
  7. Video consultations available β€” Dallas County families can meet with us remotely
  8. Contingency fee basis β€” you pay nothing unless we win your case

Dallas County families: You don’t have to face this alone. We will be your advocates, your protectors, and your voice.

πŸ“ž Dallas County Hazing Victims: Call Now for Free Consultation

Legal Emergency Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

We serve hazing victims in Dallas County and nationwide. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

Dallas County families: If your child was hazed, don’t wait. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Your rights expire. Call us today.

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