Hazing Lawyers in Carver County, MN | Attorney 911

Hazing Isn’t Tradition—It’s Abuse. And It’s Illegal.

If your child was hazed at a Carver County high school, college, fraternity, sorority, or student organization, you’re not alone. The same fraternities that hazed students in Texas—like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and Kappa Sigma—have chapters near Carver County. The same universities that failed to stop hazing in other states have campuses here too. And the same torture disguised as “tradition” is happening right now in Minnesota.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for waterboarding, forced exercise until kidney failure, and other forms of abuse. We know how to hold fraternities, universities, and individuals accountable—no matter where the hazing happened.

If your child was hazed in Carver County, we can help.

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

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “harmless pranks.” Under Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 121A.69), hazing includes:

✅ Physical abuse – Paddling, beatings, forced exercise to exhaustion, branding
✅ Forced consumption – Alcohol, drugs, food until vomiting (or worse)
✅ Psychological torture – Waterboarding, sleep deprivation, humiliation
✅ Sexual abuse – Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
✅ Dangerous activities – Extreme weather exposure, confined spaces, illegal acts

In Minnesota, hazing is a crime—and the law explicitly says consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the people who hazed them can still be held legally responsible.

The Hazing Crisis in Carver County & Minnesota

Hazing Happens Here—And It’s Getting Worse

You may think hazing is a problem in other states, but Minnesota has seen its share of hazing tragedies:

• University of Minnesota (2019) – A student was hospitalized after a fraternity event involving forced alcohol consumption.
• St. Olaf College (2021) – Multiple students reported hazing in sports teams, including forced drinking and physical abuse.
• Carleton College (2022) – A fraternity was suspended after allegations of extreme physical hazing.
• Minnesota State University (2023) – A student suffered rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure) after forced exercise.

And these are just the cases we know about. Most hazing victims never report it—out of fear, shame, or loyalty to the group. But when they do, the results are devastating.

The Same Fraternities That Hazed in Texas Are in Minnesota

The Pi Kappa Phi chapter that hospitalized our client in Texas? They have chapters at universities across the Midwest, including schools near Carver County.

Other fraternities with documented hazing histories in Minnesota include:

• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) – Multiple hazing lawsuits nationwide, including forced drinking deaths.
• Kappa Sigma – Banned from multiple campuses for hazing, including physical abuse and alcohol poisoning.
• Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) – Responsible for multiple hazing deaths, including Stone Foltz (2021), who died after being forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol.
• Beta Theta Pi – Banned from Penn State after Timothy Piazza’s death (2017), where members waited 12 hours to call 911 after he fell down stairs drunk.

These same organizations operate near Carver County—and they’re still hazing students.

We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now—And Winning

Our $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit Against Pi Kappa Phi & UH

Right now, we’re representing Leonel Bermudez, a student who was hospitalized with kidney failure after being hazed at the University of Houston’s Pi Kappa Phi chapter. The fraternity subjected him to:

🔥 Waterboarding with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
🔥 500+ squats and 100+ pushups until he collapsed
🔥 Being struck with wooden paddles
🔥 Forced to eat until vomiting, then forced to keep running
🔥 Sleep deprivation—driving fraternity members at all hours
🔥 Another pledge lost consciousness during a workout (Oct. 15, 2025)

He spent 4 days in the hospital with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure.

The fraternity’s response? They closed the chapter and said they “look forward to returning to campus.”

Our response? We sued them for $10 million—and we’re not backing down.

Why Carver County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Former Insurance Defense Lawyers—We Know Their Playbook

Before we fought for victims, we defended insurance companies. We know how they try to minimize claims, deny liability, and bully victims into settling for less. Now, we use that insider knowledge to fight back harder.

2. We’ve Won Millions for Hazing Victims & Families

We’ve handled high-profile hazing cases, including:

• Kappa Sigma fraternity litigation (Texas A&M)
• Rhabdomyolysis injury cases from forced exercise
• Wrongful death claims from hazing-related deaths

We know what it takes to win against fraternities, universities, and national organizations.

3. We’ll Travel to Carver County for Your Case

While we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve hazing victims nationwide. We’ll:
✅ Come to Carver County for depositions, meetings, and trials
✅ Offer video consultations so you don’t have to travel
✅ Handle all communications with the fraternity, university, and insurance companies

4. No Upfront Costs—We Only Get Paid If You Win

We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning:

• $0 upfront
• No hourly fees
• We only get paid if we win your case

You have nothing to lose by calling us.

5. We Speak Spanish—Se Habla Español

Many hazing victims in Carver County come from Spanish-speaking families. Our team is bilingual, so you can get the legal help you need without language barriers.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Carver County

If your child was hazed—whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, marching band, or any student organization—time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and statutes of limitations expire.

✅ Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

Even if your child says they’re “fine,” hazing injuries can be life-threatening. Symptoms like:

• Brown/dark urine (sign of rhabdomyolysis)
• Severe muscle pain
• Nausea, vomiting, confusion
• Difficulty walking or moving

…can indicate kidney failure, internal injuries, or brain trauma. Go to the ER immediately.

✅ Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Do NOT delete anything. Save:
📱 Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs
📸 Photos/videos of injuries or hazing activities
📞 Names and contact info of witnesses
📄 Pledge manuals, schedules, or rules given to your child
💰 Medical bills, therapy receipts, lost wage records

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

Fraternities, sororities, and universities have teams of lawyers whose job is to protect the institution—not your child. Anything your child says can be used against them.

Before talking to anyone, call us first.

✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

The sooner you call, the stronger your case will be. We’ll:

• Preserve evidence before it disappears
• Handle all communications with the fraternity and university
• File the lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires
• Fight for maximum compensation for your child’s injuries

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
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Who We Can Sue for Hazing in Carver County

Hazing cases involve multiple defendants—and we’ll pursue every single one to maximize your compensation.

We don’t just sue broke college students—we go after the deep pockets.

Compensation for Hazing Victims in Carver County

Hazing can cause lifelong physical and emotional damage. We fight for full and fair compensation, including:

💰 Economic Damages (Tangible Costs)

✔ Medical bills (ER, hospital stays, therapy, future treatment)
✔ Lost wages (if your child missed work or internships)
✔ Educational costs (tuition refunds, transfer expenses)
✔ Future medical care (dialysis, kidney transplant, long-term therapy)

😢 Non-Economic Damages (Pain & Suffering)

✔ Physical pain from injuries (rhabdomyolysis, broken bones, burns)
✔ Emotional trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression from abuse)
✔ Humiliation & shame (sexual humiliation, degradation)
✔ Loss of enjoyment of life (missing out on college experience)

🔥 Punitive Damages (Punishing the Wrongdoers)

If the hazing was especially cruel or intentional, we may pursue punitive damages—extra money meant to punish the defendants and prevent future hazing.

Hazing Cases We’ve Handled

We know how to win these cases—and we’ll fight just as hard for Carver County families.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing in Carver County

❓ Can I sue even if my child “consented” to hazing?

Yes. Under Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 121A.69), consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the people who hazed them can still be held legally responsible.

❓ What if the hazing didn’t cause serious injuries?

Hazing doesn’t have to result in hospitalization or death to be illegal. Psychological trauma, humiliation, and emotional distress are also grounds for a lawsuit. If your child was forced to endure any abusive or degrading acts, they may have a case.

❓ How long do I have to file a hazing lawsuit in Minnesota?

Minnesota has a 6-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims (Minn. Stat. § 541.05). However, evidence disappears fast, so the sooner you act, the better.

❓ What if the fraternity or university tries to cover it up?

Fraternities and universities routinely destroy evidence after hazing incidents. That’s why you must act fast—before texts are deleted, witnesses disappear, and security footage is erased.

❓ Can I afford a hazing lawyer?

Yes. We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.

❓ Will my child be expelled for speaking out?

No. Minnesota law prohibits retaliation against students who report hazing. If a university or fraternity tries to punish your child for coming forward, we’ll hold them accountable too.

Hazing Happens in Carver County Schools & Colleges

High Schools in Carver County with Hazing Risks

• Chanhassen High School
• Chaska High School
• Eastern Carver County Schools (District 112)
• Waconia High School
• Watertown-Mayer High School

Hazing isn’t just a college problem. High school sports teams, clubs, and even marching bands have been known to engage in dangerous initiation rituals.

Colleges & Universities Near Carver County with Greek Life

If your child was hazed at any of these schools—or any school in Minnesota—we can help.

The Time to Act Is Now

Every day you wait:
❌ Evidence disappears (texts deleted, witnesses forget)
❌ The fraternity or university covers it up
❌ Your child’s legal rights expire

We’ve seen what happens when families wait too long. Don’t let that happen to you.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation.
📧 Email ralph@atty911.com
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We’ll fight for your child like they’re our own.

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