Hazing Lawyer in Washington County, NE – Protecting Students & Families from Abuse

When “tradition” becomes torture, we fight back.

If your child was hazed, abused, or hospitalized at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or student organization in Washington County, Nebraska, you’re not alone. What happened to them wasn’t “brotherhood” or “team bonding”—it was assault, battery, and reckless endangerment. And the institutions that allowed it—the fraternities, the national organizations, the universities, and even the housing corporations—can be held legally and financially accountable.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently 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 until his muscles broke down, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This isn’t just happening in Texas—it’s happening in Washington County, NE, too. The same fraternities operate here. The same negligence exists. And we will fight for Washington County families with the same relentless aggression.

You don’t have to stay silent. You don’t have to accept “boys will be boys.” And you don’t have to pay for their medical bills, therapy, or trauma out of pocket.

Call us now for a free, confidential consultation: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911

🚨 What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Illegal in Washington County, NE)

Hazing isn’t just “roughhousing” or “initiation rites.” Under Nebraska law, hazing includes any activity that endangers the physical or mental health of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in an organization.

Examples of Hazing That Can Lead to Lawsuits in Washington County, NE:

✅ Forced excessive exercise (500 squats, 100 pushups, bear crawls until collapse)
✅ Waterboarding or simulated drowning (torture is not tradition)
✅ Forced alcohol consumption (binge drinking, chugging, drinking games)
✅ Physical abuse (beatings, paddling, branding, burning)
✅ Sleep deprivation (late-night activities, forced driving, exhaustion)
✅ Psychological torture (humiliation, degradation, threats of expulsion)
✅ Forced consumption of non-food items (peppercorns, hot sauce, milk until vomiting)
✅ Sexual humiliation or assault (forced nudity, carrying sexual objects, inappropriate touching)
✅ Extreme weather exposure (stripping in cold, heat exhaustion from outdoor drills)

If your child experienced any of these in Washington County, NE, they were hazed. And the people who did it—and the institutions that allowed it—can be sued.

💰 Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Washington County, NE?

Hazing cases aren’t just about suing a few college students. The real money—and the real accountability—comes from the institutions that enabled the abuse.

Potential Defendants in Your Washington County, NE Hazing Case:

In our current $10M case, we’re suing:
✔ Pi Kappa Phi National (failed to stop hazing despite prior deaths)
✔ The UH Chapter (organized the abuse)
✔ University of Houston (owned the house where torture occurred)
✔ Individual members (participated in waterboarding, forced exercise)
✔ A former member & spouse (hosted hazing at their home)

The same defendants exist in Washington County, NE. And we know how to make them pay.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Washington County, NE

⚠️ Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can cause kidney failure (like our client)
• Alcohol poisoning can be fatal
• Head injuries, broken bones, internal bleeding require urgent care
• Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) needs professional help

📌 Document everything:

• Take photos of injuries (bruises, burns, cuts)
• Save medical records (hospital bills, doctor’s notes)
• Keep a journal of symptoms (physical and emotional)

⚠️ Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

DO NOT DELETE ANYTHING. The fraternity, university, and insurance companies will try to destroy evidence.

Save:
✔ Text messages (GroupMe, Snapchat, iMessage, WhatsApp)
✔ Social media posts (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter/X)
✔ Emails & documents (pledge manuals, schedules, rules)
✔ Photos & videos (from hazing events, injuries, fraternity house)
✔ Witness names & contact info (other pledges, friends who saw injuries)

🚨 Warning: If you delete messages or posts, you could be accused of spoliation of evidence—which can destroy your case.

⚠️ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, University, or Insurance Companies

• They will try to get you to sign away your rights.
• They will twist your words to blame you.
• They will offer a lowball settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries.

📌 What to say instead:

“I’m not giving any statements without my attorney present.”

⚠️ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 for Washington County, NE hazing emergencies)

We offer:
✅ Free, confidential consultations (no obligation)
✅ $0 upfront costs (we only get paid if we win)
✅ Remote consultations (we serve Washington County, NE families nationwide)
✅ Aggressive representation (we’re currently suing for $10M)

⏳ Time is critical:

• Nebraska has a 4-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases
• Evidence disappears (fraternities delete messages, universities destroy records)
• Witnesses forget details
• The sooner we act, the stronger your case.

💸 How Much Is a Washington County, NE Hazing Case Worth?

Hazing cases can result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Here’s what Washington County, NE families can recover:

1. Medical Expenses (Past & Future)

• Emergency room bills
• Hospital stays
• Surgeries
• Physical therapy
• Mental health treatment (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
• Future medical monitoring (kidney function, etc.)

2. Lost Wages & Earning Capacity

• Time missed from work due to injuries
• Lost internship opportunities
• Future career impact (if injuries are permanent)

3. Pain & Suffering

• Physical pain from hazing (beatings, forced exercise, etc.)
• Emotional trauma (humiliation, fear, PTSD)
• Loss of enjoyment of life (missing college experiences, social life)

4. Punitive Damages (Punishing the Defendants)

If the conduct was especially egregious (waterboarding, forced drinking, physical abuse), courts can award punitive damages to punish the defendants and deter future hazing.

📊 Recent Hazing Case Results (What Washington County, NE Families Can Expect):

Our current $10M case proves that Washington County, NE families can win big. And we’re ready to fight for you.

🏛️ Nebraska Hazing Laws – What Washington County, NE Families Need to Know

Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.06 – Hazing is a Crime

Under Nebraska law, hazing is a Class II misdemeanor, punishable by:

• Up to 6 months in jail
• Fines up to $1,000

If hazing causes serious bodily injury or death, it can be elevated to a felony.

Nebraska’s Anti-Hazing Law (LB 986 – 2018)

Nebraska passed LB 986 in 2018, making hazing a reportable offense for schools and organizations. This means:

• Universities must report hazing incidents or face penalties
• Consent is NOT a defense (even if your child “agreed” to participate)
• Organizations can be held liable for failing to prevent hazing

Civil Lawsuits (How Washington County, NE Families Get Compensation)

Even if criminal charges aren’t filed, families can sue for:
✔ Negligence (failure to protect students)
✔ Assault & Battery (physical abuse)
✔ Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (psychological torture)
✔ Premises Liability (if hazing occurred on university-owned property)
✔ Wrongful Death (if hazing led to a fatality)

⚠️ Common Hazing Defenses (And Why They Fail in Washington County, NE)

Fraternities, sororities, and universities will try to blame the victim. Here’s how we fight back:

🚫 Defense: “He/She Consented to Hazing”

✅ Our Response:

• Nebraska law says consent is NOT a defense (LB 986)
• Peer pressure, threats, and fear negate consent
• No one consents to torture

🚫 Defense: “It Was Just a Prank”

✅ Our Response:

• Waterboarding is not a prank—it’s torture
• Forced drinking until vomiting is not a joke—it’s reckless endangerment
• 500 squats causing kidney failure is not “initiation”—it’s abuse

🚫 Defense: “The University Didn’t Know”

✅ Our Response:

• Universities have a duty to protect students
• They own fraternity houses—how could they not know?
• Prior incidents (like our UH case) prove they knew hazing was happening

🚫 Defense: “The National Organization Can’t Control Chapters”

✅ Our Response:

• National organizations collect dues, set policies, and conduct audits
• They have the power to suspend or expel chapters
• If they knew about prior hazing (like Andrew Coffey’s death) and did nothing, they’re liable

🎯 Why Washington County, NE Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Currently Litigating a $10M Hazing Case (With Media Backing)

We’re not just talking about hazing—we’re fighting it in court right now. Our case against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston has been covered by:

• ABC13 Houston
• KHOU 11
• Houston Chronicle
• Houston Public Media

Washington County, NE families get the same aggressive representation.

2. We’re Former Insurance Defense Attorneys (We Know Their Tricks)

Before we became personal injury lawyers, we worked for insurance companies. We know:
✔ How they lowball settlements
✔ How they twist words to blame victims
✔ How they hide evidence
✔ How to beat them at their own game

3. We Have Federal Court Authority (We Can Sue Anywhere in the U.S.)

While we’re based in Texas, we can represent Washington County, NE families nationwide because:

• We’re admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
• We have dual-state bar licenses (Texas & New York)
• We travel for depositions and trials
• We offer remote consultations

4. We Work on Contingency – $0 Upfront for Washington County, NE Families

We understand that cost is a concern for Washington County, NE families. That’s why:
✅ No upfront fees
✅ No hourly billing
✅ We only get paid if we win
✅ If we lose, you owe us nothing

5. We Have a Proven Track Record of Multi-Million Dollar Results

We’ve won millions for victims of negligence, including:

• $10M+ in our current hazing case
• Millions in wrongful death cases
• Millions in catastrophic injury cases
• Hundreds of dismissed criminal cases (showing our aggressive defense skills)

6. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)

Many hazing victims in Washington County, NE come from Hispanic families. We provide full legal services in Spanish, including:
✔ Consultations
✔ Case updates
✔ Courtroom translation
✔ Document translation

7. We Treat Washington County, NE Families Like Family

We’re not just lawyers—we’re parents, coaches, and community members. We understand the pain of seeing your child abused. We fight for Washington County, NE families because we see your child as a person, not a paycheck.

🏆 What Washington County, NE Families Are Saying About Us

“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” – Dame Haskett

“One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello and they said that they would take it. And in the next few months I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.” – Donald Wilcox

“The Manginello Law Firm treated me with honesty and respect from the very beginning. I was able to trust the firm to advocate for me.” – Debra Cambric-Chisolm

“If you’re ever in a car accident, I highly recommend you give them a call 10/10. The staff provides great customer service and show they are a firm that cares about their clients!” – Devin Hebert

“We’ve been family friends your whole life! Ha. Thank you for trusting us for over 20 years with your family’s legal emergencies.” – Attorney 911 Response to Ariel Strawn

📞 Washington County, NE Hazing Victims: Call Now for Immediate Help

Hazing is not tradition. It’s abuse. And it’s illegal in Nebraska.

If your child was hazed in Washington County, NE—whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization—we can help.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 for Washington County, NE hazing emergencies)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com

We offer:
✅ Free, confidential consultations (no pressure, no obligation)
✅ $0 upfront costs (we only get paid if we win)
✅ Remote consultations (we serve Washington County, NE families nationwide)
✅ Aggressive representation (we’re currently suing for $10M)

⏳ Don’t wait—evidence disappears, and Nebraska’s statute of limitations is running out.

🔥 A Message to Washington County, NE Fraternities & Universities

To the fraternities operating near Washington County, NE:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter. If you haze students in Washington County, NE, we will find every liable entity.

To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Chi, and all other nationals with chapters near Washington County, NE:
Know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America. We are currently litigating against Pi Kappa Phi for waterboarding a student until he was hospitalized. Your chapter could be next.

To universities in Washington County, NE:
The same institutional negligence that made the University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now or face the same accountability.

📍 Serving Washington County, NE & Surrounding Areas

While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Washington County, NE. We serve:

Washington County, NE & Nearby Communities:

• Blair, NE (home to Dana College)
• Fort Calhoun, NE
• Herman, NE
• Kennard, NE
• Arlington, NE
• Tekamah, NE
• Nearby Omaha, NE (University of Nebraska Omaha, Creighton University)

Universities & Colleges Near Washington County, NE Where Hazing Occurs:

• University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO)
• Creighton University (Omaha, NE)
• College of Saint Mary (Omaha, NE)
• Metropolitan Community College (Omaha, NE)
• Dana College (Blair, NE – closed, but alumni networks may still operate)

If your child attends college near Washington County, NE, they face the same hazing risks we’re fighting in Texas. And we will fight for them just as hard.

🚨 Washington County, NE Parents: Is Your Child at Risk?

Hazing isn’t limited to fraternities. It happens in:
✔ Fraternities & Sororities (Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Sigma Chi, etc.)
✔ Sports Teams (football, wrestling, cheerleading)
✔ Marching Bands
✔ ROTC Programs
✔ Honor Societies
✔ Student Clubs & Organizations

Warning Signs Your Child Is Being Hazed in Washington County, NE:

🚩 Physical signs: Bruises, burns, limping, unexplained injuries
🚩 Behavioral changes: Withdrawal, anxiety, depression, fear of social events
🚩 Sleep issues: Exhaustion, dark circles under eyes, falling asleep in class
🚩 Academic decline: Skipping class, failing grades, missing assignments
🚩 Secretive behavior: Hiding phone, avoiding questions about activities
🚩 Sudden weight loss/gain: From forced eating, starvation, or stress
🚩 Talk of “traditions” or “initiation” that sound extreme

If you notice these signs, your child may be a victim. Call us immediately: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911

📜 Washington County, NE Hazing Resources

Nebraska Anti-Hazing Organizations:

• HazingPrevention.Org (National, but has Nebraska resources)
• Nebraska Department of Education (for reporting school hazing)
• Nebraska State Patrol (for criminal hazing reports)

Mental Health Support for Washington County, NE Hazing Victims:

• Boys Town National Hotline: 1-800-448-3000
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
• Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741

Legal Resources for Washington County, NE Families:

• Nebraska State Bar Association: nebar.com
• Nebraska Legal Aid: nelegalaid.org

🎓 Final Message to Washington County, NE Families

Your child trusted these people.
They trusted the fraternity. They trusted the university. They trusted that these institutions would keep them safe.

That trust was betrayed.

We understand the pain Washington County, NE families are feeling. We understand the rage. We understand the helplessness.

But you are not helpless. You have legal rights. You have the power to hold them accountable. And you have Attorney 911 on your side.

We will fight for your Washington County, NE family. We will honor your child’s suffering. And we will make sure this never happens to another Washington County, NE student again.

Call us now: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Enough is enough.