Hazing Lawyer in Big Stone County, MN | Attorney 911

Protecting Students & Families from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

Big Stone County parents and students: If your child was hazed, abused, or injured in a fraternity, sorority, or other student organization, you are not alone. Attorney 911 is fighting hazing nationwide—including right here in Big Stone County—and we can help your family seek justice.

🚨 What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Big Stone County

Right now, our attorneys are litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure. The same fraternities operate at universities near Big Stone County, and the same negligence exists in Minnesota.

If your child was hazed in Big Stone County, we will fight for you with the same aggression.

🔍 What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Illegal in Minnesota)

Hazing is any activity that endangers the physical or mental health of a student—whether it’s called “tradition,” “initiation,” or “team bonding.” In Minnesota, hazing is a crime, and victims have the right to sue for compensation.

Common Hazing Practices in Big Stone County & Minnesota

✔ Physical abuse – Paddling, beating, forced exercise to exhaustion
✔ Forced consumption – Alcohol, food, or dangerous substances
✔ Psychological torture – Humiliation, sleep deprivation, threats
✔ Extreme physical punishment – Waterboarding, bear crawls, 100-yard drills
✔ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects

If your child experienced any of these, they were hazed—and you may have a case.

💰 Can You Sue for Hazing in Big Stone County?

Yes. Minnesota law allows victims of hazing to sue for:

• Medical bills (hospitalization, therapy, future treatment)
• Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
• Lost wages (if hazing affected their ability to work)
• Punitive damages (if the conduct was especially reckless)

Big Stone County families: Even if the hazing happened outside Big Stone County (e.g., at a university in Minneapolis, St. Paul, or another state), we can still pursue justice.

Who Can Be Sued?

We hold every responsible party accountable, including:
✅ Local fraternity/sorority chapters (e.g., at Minnesota State University Moorhead, University of Minnesota, or other nearby schools)
✅ National fraternity/sorority organizations (e.g., Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, etc.)
✅ Universities & colleges (if they knew about hazing and failed to stop it)
✅ Individual members (those who participated in or allowed the abuse)

📞 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Big Stone County

✅ Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

• Even if injuries seem minor, hazing can cause rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), kidney failure, or brain injuries.
• Get medical records—these are crucial for your case.

✅ Step 2: Preserve Evidence

• Save all texts, GroupMe messages, and social media posts about the hazing.
• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, or any objects used (e.g., paddles, alcohol bottles).
• Write down names of witnesses, participants, and chapter leaders.

✅ Step 3: Do NOT Speak to the Fraternity or University Alone

• They will try to silence your child, destroy evidence, or pressure them into silence.
• Do not sign anything without consulting an attorney.

✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

• Free, confidential consultation – We’ll evaluate your case.
• No upfront fees – We only get paid if we win.
• We travel to Big Stone County – Distance is not a barrier.

📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

🏆 Why Big Stone County Families Choose Attorney 911

✔ We’re Fighting Hazing RIGHT NOW

• Currently litigating a $10 million hazing case against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
• Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure.
• We know how to build these cases, expose the truth, and win.

✔ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

• We know how insurance companies and fraternities try to avoid liability.
• We use their own tactics against them.

✔ Federal Court Authority

• Admitted to U.S. District Court – can pursue cases nationwide.
• Can sue national fraternities even if they’re headquartered outside Minnesota.

✔ Dual-State Bar Admission (Texas & New York)

• Strategic advantage for multi-state cases involving national fraternities.

✔ Se Habla Español

• Bilingual staff available to assist Spanish-speaking families.

✔ No Upfront Costs – We Only Get Paid If You Win

• Contingency fee basis – you pay nothing unless we recover compensation.

📌 Common Hazing Scenarios in Big Stone County & Minnesota

1. Fraternity & Sorority Hazing

• Big Stone County students: Greek life exists at universities like Minnesota State University Moorhead, University of Minnesota, St. Cloud State, and others.
• Forced drinking, paddling, waterboarding, and extreme physical punishment are common.
• Example: Our client in Houston was waterboarded with a garden hose—the same could happen to a student from Big Stone County.

2. Sports Team Hazing

• High school and college athletes face hazing in locker rooms and on buses.
• Example: A Minnesota high school football team was suspended in 2023 for alleged hazing involving sexual assault.

3. Marching Band & ROTC Hazing

• Military-style hazing in ROTC programs.
• Marching bands have faced lawsuits for dangerous initiation rituals.

4. Club & Honor Society Hazing

• Even “academic” groups engage in hazing.
• Example: A University of Minnesota student was hospitalized after a club initiation gone wrong.

⚖️ Minnesota Hazing Laws – What Big Stone County Families Need to Know

Minnesota Statute § 121A.69 – Hazing is a Crime

• Hazing is a misdemeanor in Minnesota.
• If hazing causes serious bodily harm or death, it can be a felony.
• Consent is NOT a defense—even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity can still be held liable.

Civil Lawsuits for Hazing in Minnesota

• Victims can sue for medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.
• Universities can be held liable if they knew about hazing and failed to stop it.

Minnesota’s “Safe & Supportive Schools Act”

• Requires schools to report and prevent hazing.
• If a Big Stone County school failed to act, they may share liability.

💡 Real Hazing Cases That Won Millions

Big Stone County families: These cases prove that hazing victims can—and do—win big settlements. The same justice is possible for your child.

📅 Statute of Limitations – Act Fast

• Minnesota law gives you 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.
• Evidence disappears quickly—texts get deleted, witnesses forget, fraternities destroy records.
• The sooner you act, the stronger your case.

📞 Call Attorney 911 NOW: 1-888-ATTY-911

🏆 How We Win Hazing Cases for Big Stone County Families

1. Immediate Evidence Preservation

• We send legal preservation notices to fraternities, universities, and individuals.
• We subpoena texts, social media, and internal documents before they’re deleted.

2. Medical & Financial Recovery

• We work with medical experts to document injuries.
• We calculate future medical costs (e.g., kidney damage, therapy).

3. Holding Every Defendant Accountable

• Fraternity chapters – Directly responsible for hazing.
• National organizations – Knew about hazing and failed to stop it.
• Universities – Owned the property where hazing occurred.
• Individual members – Personally liable for abuse.

4. Aggressive Negotiation & Litigation

• We don’t accept lowball settlement offers.
• If defendants won’t pay fairly, we take them to trial.

🎯 Why Fraternities & Universities Settle Hazing Cases

1. They Know Juries Hate Hazing

• Juries have awarded $6.1 million, $10.1 million, and $110 million in hazing cases.
• Waterboarding, forced drinking, and physical abuse outrage juries.

2. They Want to Avoid Publicity

• Hazing lawsuits damage reputations.
• Universities and fraternities settle to avoid bad press.

3. They Have Deep Pockets

• National fraternities have millions in assets and insurance.
• Universities have large endowments and liability coverage.

📢 Big Stone County Parents: This Could Be Your Child Next

Fraternities and universities in Minnesota have a history of hazing:

• 2023: A Minnesota high school football team was suspended for alleged hazing involving sexual assault.
• 2021: A University of Minnesota student was hospitalized after a club initiation gone wrong.
• 2017: A student at St. Cloud State was seriously injured in a fraternity hazing incident.

Big Stone County families: If your child is pledging a fraternity, sorority, or any student organization, they are at risk. The same fraternities that hazed our client in Houston operate in Minnesota.

⚠️ Warning Signs Your Child Is Being Hazed

• Sudden secrecy about fraternity/sorority activities.
• Unexplained injuries (bruises, cuts, exhaustion).
• Changes in behavior (anxiety, depression, withdrawal).
• Missing classes or work due to “pledge events.”
• Talking about “traditions” or “tests” they can’t describe.

If you notice these signs, call us immediately.

📞 Free Consultation – Call Now

Big Stone County families: You don’t have to fight this alone. Attorney 911 is ready to help.

📞 24/7 Hazing Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com

✅ What You’ll Get in Your Free Consultation:

• Case evaluation – Is your child’s hazing legally actionable?
• Next steps – What to do to protect your child’s rights.
• No pressure – We’ll explain your options without obligation.
• No upfront costs – We only get paid if we win.

✅ We Come to Big Stone County

• Video consultations available for families who can’t travel.
• In-person meetings at our convenience.
• We handle everything – you focus on your child’s recovery.

🔥 Big Stone County Families: The Time to Act Is Now

Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s abuse—and it’s illegal.

Universities and fraternities will try to silence you. But we won’t let them.

Attorney 911 is fighting hazing nationwide, and we’re ready to fight for Big Stone County families.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 NOW before evidence disappears.

Your child deserves justice. We’ll make sure they get it.