🚨 Hazing Legal Emergency in Cheyenne County, Nebraska: Know Your Rights & Get Justice

If your child has been hazed in Cheyenne County or at any college near Sidney, Nebraska, you are not alone. Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now — and we will fight for Cheyenne County families with the same fury.

Cheyenne County Parents: This Is Happening Near You

Right now, in Houston, Texas, our attorneys are litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston. A young man — not even enrolled as a student yet — was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down, struck with wooden paddles, and hospitalized with kidney failure for four days.

This didn’t just happen in Texas. The same fraternities operate at colleges near Cheyenne County. The same hazing culture exists. The same negligence is happening.

If your child is being hazed in Cheyenne County, we will fight for you just like we’re fighting in Houston.

What Is Hazing? (Cheyenne County Families Need to Know)

Hazing isn’t “tradition.” It isn’t “building brotherhood.” It’s abuse, assault, and sometimes torture.

In our current case, the hazing included:

✅ Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning, a form of torture
✅ Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups — until muscles broke down, causing kidney failure
✅ Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault with weapons
✅ Forced to eat until vomiting — then forced to keep running through vomit
✅ Stripped to underwear in cold weather — humiliation and exposure
✅ Sleep deprivation — forced to drive fraternity members at all hours
✅ Another pledge collapsed unconscious — fraternity members kept going

This is what’s happening at colleges near Cheyenne County. Your child could be next.

Cheyenne County Hazing: The Legal Reality

1. Hazing Is Illegal in Nebraska

Nebraska law explicitly prohibits hazing (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-311.06). It defines hazing as:

“Any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.”

This means: Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says it doesn’t matter.

2. Criminal Charges Are Possible

Hazing can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony in Nebraska, depending on the severity. If the hazing causes serious bodily injury or death, the penalties are severe.

3. Civil Lawsuits Can Win Millions for Victims

Hazing victims and families can sue for:

Medical bills (past and future)
Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
Lost wages (if the victim misses work or school)
Punitive damages (to punish the wrongdoers and prevent future hazing)

Precedent cases show hazing lawsuits win millions:

$10.1 million — Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
$6.1 million — Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
$110+ million — Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)

Our $10 million demand in Houston is directly in line with these outcomes.

Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Cheyenne County?

When hazing happens, multiple parties are liable. In our current case, we are suing:

Defendant	Why They’re Liable
Local Fraternity Chapter	Directly organized and conducted the hazing
National Fraternity Organization	Knew about hazing culture and failed to stop it
University/College	Failed to protect students despite knowing hazing happens
Individual Members	Personally participated in or facilitated the hazing
Alumni/Hosts	Allowed hazing to occur at their property
Spouses of Members	Premises liability for hazing at their home

Cheyenne County parents: If your child was hazed, we will identify every liable party and hold them accountable.

What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Cheyenne County

Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor
Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning symptoms can be delayed
Medical records are critical evidence

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Take photos of injuries at all stages of healing
Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs)
Document witness names (other pledges, bystanders)
Keep all hazing materials (pledge manuals, schedules, rules)
Do NOT delete anything — even if it’s embarrassing

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

They will try to control the narrative
They may destroy evidence
They may intimidate witnesses
Anything you say can be used against you

Step 4: Do NOT Post on Social Media

Nothing about the incident
Nothing about being “fine” (even if you feel okay)
Nothing about Greek life
Insurance companies and lawyers will use it against you

Step 5: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 — 24/7 for Cheyenne County hazing emergencies

We offer:

Free consultations for hazing victims and families
Contingency fee representation — $0 upfront, we only get paid if you win
Remote consultations — no need to travel from Cheyenne County
Aggressive litigation — we’re fighting this fight right now in Houston

Why Cheyenne County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We Are Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit in Houston
We know how to build these cases
We know how to win

2. We Have the Experience

25+ years of litigation experience (Ralph Manginello)
Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how the other side thinks
Federal court admission — can pursue cases nationwide
Dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) — strategic advantage

3. We Travel to Cheyenne County

We will come to Sidney, Nebraska for depositions, meetings, and trials
Distance is not a barrier to justice

4. We Speak Spanish

Se habla español — bilingual staff available
No language barriers to justice

5. We Work on Contingency — $0 Upfront

No hourly fees
No retainer
We only get paid if you win
Cheyenne County families pay nothing upfront

Cheyenne County Hazing: The Universities at Risk

Colleges near Cheyenne County have active Greek life with the same fraternities involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits nationwide.

Colleges Near Cheyenne County with Greek Life:

Institution	Location	Distance from Sidney, NE	Greek Organizations Present
Chadron State College	Chadron, NE	~60 miles	Yes — fraternities and sororities
Western Nebraska Community College	Sidney, NE	In Sidney	Yes — active Greek life
University of Wyoming	Laramie, WY	~150 miles	Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — all have chapters
Colorado State University	Fort Collins, CO	~200 miles	Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha — all have chapters
University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Lincoln, NE	~300 miles	Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — all have chapters

Cheyenne County parents: If your child attends or plans to attend any of these schools, they are at risk.

Fraternities Near Cheyenne County with Hazing Histories

The same national fraternities that have paid millions in hazing settlements operate near Cheyenne County.

Fraternity	Hazing Deaths/Lawsuits	Chapters Near Cheyenne County
Pi Kappa Phi	Andrew Coffey (2017, FSU), Leonel Bermudez (2025, UH)	University of Wyoming, Colorado State University, UNL
Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)	Stone Foltz (2021, BGSU), David Bogenberger (2012, NIU)	University of Wyoming, Colorado State University, UNL
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)	Multiple hazing deaths and lawsuits	University of Wyoming, UNL
Phi Delta Theta	Maxwell Gruver (2017, LSU)	University of Wyoming, UNL
Beta Theta Pi	Timothy Piazza (2017, Penn State)	University of Wyoming, UNL

These are not safe organizations. They have a documented culture of hazing. If your child is pledging one of these fraternities near Cheyenne County, they are at risk.

What Cheyenne County Families Can Recover

If your child was hazed, you can recover compensation for:

Economic Damages

Medical bills (ER, hospitalization, specialists, therapy)
Future medical care (if injuries have long-term effects)
Lost wages (if victim misses work or internships)
Educational disruption (tuition, scholarships, academic impact)

Non-Economic Damages

Physical pain and suffering (from injuries, recovery)
Emotional distress (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
Humiliation and shame (from hazing activities)
Loss of enjoyment of life (impact on college experience)

Punitive Damages

To punish the wrongdoers and prevent future hazing
To send a message that this behavior is unacceptable

Precedent cases show these damages reach millions of dollars.

The Time to Act Is Now

Nebraska Statute of Limitations:

Personal injury: 4 years from date of injury
Wrongful death: 2 years from date of death

But don’t wait:

Evidence disappears
Witnesses forget
Organizations destroy records
Your rights expire

If your child was hazed in Cheyenne County, call us TODAY.

Cheyenne County Hazing Victims: You Are Not Alone

Our client in Houston was afraid to speak out due to retribution. We understand that fear. We will protect you.

Lupe Pena said it best:

“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”

Cheyenne County families: Your case could save the next student.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 — 24/7 for Cheyenne County Hazing Victims

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

We serve Cheyenne County and all of Nebraska. We come to you. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

Frequently Asked Questions for Cheyenne County Families

1. My child was hazed but isn’t sure if it was “that bad.” Should we still call?

YES. Hazing exists on a spectrum. What might seem “minor” to one person can be traumatic to another. We offer free consultations to evaluate your case.

2. My child consented to participate. Can we still sue?

YES. Nebraska law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the law says it doesn’t matter.

3. We’re in Cheyenne County. How can a Houston law firm help us?

We have federal court authority and can pursue cases nationwide. We offer:

Video consultations so you don’t have to travel
Willingness to travel to Cheyenne County for meetings, depositions, and trials
Experience with out-of-state cases

4. How much does it cost to hire Attorney 911?

$0 upfront. We work on contingency — we only get paid if you win. Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict, so Cheyenne County families pay nothing out of pocket.

5. What if the fraternity says it was just “tradition”?

“Tradition” is not an excuse for abuse. Waterboarding is torture. Forcing someone to exercise until their muscles break down is assault. These are not traditions — they are crimes.

6. What if the university says they didn’t know?

Universities have a duty to protect students. If they failed to implement real oversight despite knowing hazing happens, they are liable. We will prove they knew or should have known.

7. Can we sue individual fraternity members?

YES. Every person who participated in or facilitated the hazing can be held personally liable. In the Stone Foltz case, the chapter president was ordered to pay $6.5 million personally.

8. What if my child is afraid of retaliation?

We understand the fear of retaliation. We will protect your child’s identity to the fullest extent possible. Many hazing victims are afraid to come forward — you are not alone.

9. What if the hazing happened off-campus?

Hazing is illegal whether it happens on or off campus. If it was part of the pledge process, the fraternity and university can still be liable.

10. How long does a hazing lawsuit take?

Every case is different, but hazing cases typically take 1-3 years to resolve. Some settle faster; complex cases may take longer. We will fight for the maximum compensation as quickly as possible.

Cheyenne County Parents: This Is Your Warning

Fraternities near Cheyenne County are on notice.

We are tracking:

Pi Kappa Phi (University of Wyoming, Colorado State, UNL)
Pi Kappa Alpha (University of Wyoming, Colorado State, UNL)
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (University of Wyoming, UNL)
Phi Delta Theta (University of Wyoming, UNL)
Beta Theta Pi (University of Wyoming, UNL)

We know who you are. We know your corporate structures. We know your insurance policies. We know your hazing histories.

If you haze students in Cheyenne County, we will find you. We will sue you. And we will win.

The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston learned this the hard way. Your chapter could be next.

🚨 Cheyenne County Hazing Victims: Call Now Before It’s Too Late

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 — 24/7 for Cheyenne County families