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February 23, 2026 16 min read
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Hazing Victim Legal Support in Pershing County, Nevada

Protecting Students and Families from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

Hazing Isn’t Tradition — It’s Torture. And It’s Illegal in Nevada.

If your child has been hospitalized, traumatized, or worse by hazing at a fraternity, sorority, or student organization in Pershing County, Nevada, you’re not alone. The same national Greek organizations that have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries operate right here in Nevada. And Attorney 911 is fighting this fight right now — with a $10 million lawsuit against a major fraternity and university for hazing that nearly killed a student.

We serve Pershing County families with the same aggressive representation we provide nationwide.

Call now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

🚨 What Is Hazing? Nevada Law Is Clear.

Under Nevada Revised Statutes § 200.605, hazing is defined as:

Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that endangers the physical or mental health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation, admission, or affiliation with any student organization.

This includes:
Physical abuse — beatings, paddling, forced exercise to exhaustion
Forced consumption — alcohol, food, or non-food substances until vomiting
Psychological torture — humiliation, sleep deprivation, waterboarding
Sexual abuse — forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
Dangerous activities — extreme weather exposure, confined spaces, mock drowning

Nevada law makes it clear: Hazing is a crime. Consent is not a defense.

💔 The Crisis in Pershing County and Beyond

This Isn’t Just Happening Elsewhere — It’s Happening in Nevada.

Hazing isn’t just a problem at big universities in other states. It happens at colleges and universities near Pershing County, Nevada. The same fraternities and sororities that have killed and hospitalized students nationwide have chapters operating right here.

National fraternities like:

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

…all have chapters at Nevada colleges and universities. And they all have documented histories of hazing deaths, hospitalizations, and lawsuits.

The Pattern Is Undeniable

Year Victim Fraternity School Outcome
2021 Stone Foltz Pi Kappa Alpha Bowling Green State $10.1 million settlement
2017 Maxwell Gruver Phi Delta Theta Louisiana State $6.1 million jury verdict
2017 Timothy Piazza Beta Theta Pi Penn State $110+ million settlement
2017 Andrew Coffey Pi Kappa Phi Florida State Chapter closed; criminal charges
2025 Leonel Bermudez Pi Kappa Phi University of Houston $10 million lawsuit pending (our case)

The same organizations that paid millions in these cases operate chapters near Pershing County, Nevada. And they’re still hazing students.

🏥 Our Current Case: $10 Million Lawsuit Against Pi Kappa Phi

This Is What Hazing Looks Like — And We’re Fighting It Right Now

Meet Leonel Bermudez.
He accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston. What followed was weeks of systematic abuse, torture, and hazing that hospitalized him with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure — a life-threatening condition caused by extreme physical exertion.

What happened to him:
Waterboarded with a garden hose — simulated drowning
Forced to do 500+ squats and 100+ pushups — until he collapsed
Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault
Forced to eat milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting — then forced to keep running
Hog-tied face-down on a table — another pledge was restrained for over an hour
Another pledge lost consciousness — during forced workouts

The result?

  • 3 nights, 4 days in the hospital with kidney failure
  • Muscle breakdown so severe his urine turned brown
  • Unable to walk or stand for days
  • Permanent health risks — including chronic kidney disease

Pi Kappa Phi’s response?
They closed the chapter — but only after the lawsuit was filed. And in their public statement, they said:

“We look forward to returning to campus at the appropriate time.”

No apology. No remorse. Just planning their comeback.

Why This Matters to Pershing County Families

Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters across America — including near Pershing County, Nevada. If they’re doing this in Houston, they’re doing it in Nevada.

The same culture of abuse exists at Nevada colleges and universities. And the same legal strategies that are winning millions in other states apply here.

We are fighting this battle right now — and we will fight for Pershing County families too.

🏛️ Who Is Liable for Hazing in Nevada?

When hazing happens, everyone involved can be held accountable — not just the students who participated.

We Pursue Every Responsible Party:

Defendant Why They’re Liable
Local Chapter Directly organized and conducted the hazing
Chapter Officers Leadership responsibility; directed activities
Individual Members Participated in or failed to stop the hazing
National Organization Knew or should have known about hazing culture; failed to supervise
University/College Failed to prevent hazing despite having power to regulate Greek life
Housing Corporation Owned property where hazing occurred
Alumni/Advisors Allowed hazing at their homes; failed to intervene

In our current case, we’re suing:

  • Pi Kappa Phi National
  • The local chapter
  • The university
  • The housing corporation
  • Individual members
  • Former members and their spouses

We will do the same for Pershing County families.

💰 What Compensation Can Nevada Hazing Victims Recover?

Hazing causes physical, emotional, and financial harm. Nevada law allows victims to recover compensation for:

Economic Damages

  • Medical bills — hospital stays, surgeries, therapy, future treatment
  • Lost wages — time missed from work or internships
  • Educational costs — tuition, fees, lost scholarships
  • Future medical expenses — ongoing care for permanent injuries

Non-Economic Damages

  • Pain and suffering — physical and emotional trauma
  • Mental anguish — PTSD, anxiety, depression
  • Loss of enjoyment of life — impact on social life, academics, future
  • Disfigurement — scars, burns, permanent injuries

Punitive Damages

  • Punishment for egregious conduct — when hazing involves torture, cover-ups, or reckless disregard for safety
  • Sends a message — to prevent future hazing

Recent hazing cases have resulted in:

  • $6.1 million jury verdict (Gruver case)
  • $10.1 million settlement (Foltz case)
  • $110+ million settlement (Piazza case)

Nevada has no cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. If your child was hazed in Pershing County, you can recover significant compensation.

📋 What Pershing County Families Should Do Immediately

Step 1: Get Medical Help

  • Go to the emergency room immediately if your child is injured
  • Document everything — take photos of injuries, keep all medical records
  • Even if injuries seem minor, get checked — some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) may not show symptoms right away

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

  • Do not delete anything — texts, social media, photos, videos
  • Take screenshots of all communications about hazing
  • Write down names of witnesses, dates, times, locations
  • Save all physical evidence — clothing, objects used in hazing

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization

  • Do not speak to fraternity/sorority leaders, university officials, or their lawyers
  • Do not sign anything without consulting an attorney
  • Do not post about the incident on social media

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

  • Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation
  • We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win
  • We travel to Pershing County for depositions, meetings, and trials

The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.

⚖️ Nevada Hazing Laws: What You Need to Know

Nevada Revised Statutes § 200.605 — Hazing Is a Crime

Nevada law makes hazing a misdemeanor, punishable by:

  • Up to 6 months in jail
  • Fines up to $1,000
  • Criminal record for perpetrators

Important: Consent is not a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law still holds the organization and individuals accountable.

Civil Liability for Hazing in Nevada

In addition to criminal charges, victims can sue for damages in civil court. Nevada recognizes several legal theories for hazing cases:

Legal Theory How It Applies to Hazing
Negligence Organization failed to prevent hazing despite knowing the risks
Assault & Battery Physical abuse, forced consumption, waterboarding
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress Extreme and outrageous conduct causing severe trauma
Premises Liability If hazing occurred on property owned by the university or fraternity
Negligent Supervision National organization or university failed to monitor the chapter

Nevada has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Do not wait — contact us now.

🎓 Why Pershing County Families Choose Attorney 911

We’re Not Just Lawyers — We’re Your Legal Emergency Response Team

When your child is hazed, you need immediate, aggressive, and experienced legal help. You need a team that knows how to fight powerful institutions — and win.

Here’s why Pershing County families trust us:

We’re fighting this fight right now — with a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and a major university
Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how the other side thinks and fights
Federal court admission — we can pursue cases in federal court if needed
Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York (strategic advantage for multi-state cases)
25+ years of litigation experience — we’ve won millions for victims of institutional negligence
We come to you — we travel to Pershing County for depositions, meetings, and trials
Contingency fee representationyou pay nothing unless we win

Our Approach: Immediate. Aggressive. Relentless.

When a legal emergency hits — whether it’s a hazing incident, a car crash, or a workplace injury — we move first, fast, and decisively.

For Pershing County hazing victims, our team:

  • Builds cases with expert witnesses — medical, Greek life culture, institutional negligence
  • Preserves evidence immediately — texts, photos, medical records, witness statements
  • Negotiates from strength — we’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case
  • Travels to Pershing County — for depositions, client meetings, and trials
  • Provides remote consultations — so you can get help without leaving Pershing County

If a university, fraternity, or insurance company tries to silence your child, we take it to court.

📞 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Pershing County

Immediate Action Steps for Nevada Families

  1. Get medical attention — even if injuries seem minor
  2. Preserve all evidence — texts, photos, videos, witness names
  3. Do NOT talk to the organization or their lawyers
  4. Do NOT post on social media about the incident
  5. Call Attorney 911 immediately1-888-ATTY-911
  6. We’ll guide you through the next steps — at no cost to you

Time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.

🔥 Our Message to Fraternities and Sororities Near Pershing County

We Are Watching. We Are Coming. The Era of Hazing Is Over.

To the fraternities and sororities operating near Pershing County, Nevada:

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

And we are coming for you.

  • Pi Kappa Phi — you’ve paid millions for hazing deaths. You’re being sued again.
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon — you’ve had multiple hazing incidents. We’re tracking your Nevada chapters.
  • Pi Kappa Alpha — you’ve been sued for hazing. Your Nevada chapters are next.
  • All other Greek organizations — if you haze students near Pershing County, we will hold you accountable.

The $10 million lawsuit we filed is just the beginning. We are building a nationwide movement against hazing — and Nevada is part of that fight.

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

📢 Pershing County Parents: This Could Be Your Child

Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines

The same fraternities that waterboarded our client in Houston have chapters at universities near Pershing County, Nevada. The same culture of abuse exists here.

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority in Nevada, they are at risk.

Ask yourself:

  • Do you know what happens during “pledge week”?
  • Do you know what “traditions” your child is being subjected to?
  • Do you know if the university is monitoring Greek life?
  • Do you know if the national organization has a history of hazing?

Most parents don’t — until it’s too late.

We’re here to help. If you suspect your child is being hazed, call us immediately.

🏆 We’ve Won Millions for Victims — And We’ll Do the Same for Pershing County Families

Our Track Record Speaks for Itself

Case Type Result
BP Texas City Explosion Involved in multi-billion dollar mass tort litigation
18-Wheeler Accidents Millions recovered for trucking accident victims
Wrongful Death Multi-million dollar settlements for grieving families
Brain Injury Millions for catastrophic injury victims
Hazing Litigation $10 million lawsuit pending against Pi Kappa Phi

We don’t just talk about justice — we fight for it.

📞 Contact Attorney 911 Today

Free Consultation for Pershing County Hazing Victims

If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or student organization in Pershing County, Nevada, we can help.

Call now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win.

Serving Pershing County and all of Nevada from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont.

🚨 Hazing Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911

For immediate help, call our 24/7 hazing hotline. We’re here to protect your child and fight for justice.

Enough Is Enough. Hazing Ends Now.

If your child was hazed in Pershing County, Nevada — we will fight for you.

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