Hazing Victims Legal Support in Campbell County, South Dakota

When Tradition Becomes Torture: Your Rights After Fraternity or Sorority Hazing

If you or your child has been subjected to dangerous hazing rituals at a college or university near Campbell County, South Dakota, you’re not alone—and you have powerful legal rights. At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a landmark $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for hazing that left a student with life-threatening kidney failure. The same fraternities and sororities operate in South Dakota, and we’re ready to bring that same aggressive representation to Campbell County families.

The Hazing Crisis Hits Close to Home in South Dakota

While our current case is in Texas, the national fraternity organizations involved have chapters across America, including right here in South Dakota. Greek life at universities like:

• University of South Dakota (Vermillion)
• South Dakota State University (Brookings)
• Dakota State University (Madison)
• Northern State University (Aberdeen)

These institutions face the same risks of hazing incidents that we’re seeing in our current litigation. The same national fraternities that waterboarded our client in Houston maintain active chapters at South Dakota universities, and the same culture of abuse exists in Greek organizations nationwide.

What Campbell County Families Need to Know About Hazing

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or harmless tradition. In our current case, we’ve documented:

• Waterboarding with garden hoses (simulated drowning)
• Forced consumption of food until vomiting
• 500+ squats and 100+ pushups as punishment
• Being struck with wooden paddles
• Sleep deprivation and extreme physical exhaustion
• Psychological torture and humiliation

These activities caused our client severe rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and acute kidney failure requiring a 4-day hospitalization. This isn’t college fun—it’s abuse, and it’s illegal.

Your Legal Rights in South Dakota

While South Dakota’s hazing laws differ from Texas, victims in Campbell County have strong legal protections:

1. South Dakota Codified Laws § 13-32-1 defines hazing as any activity that endangers the physical or mental health of a student
2. § 13-32-2 makes hazing a Class 1 misdemeanor
3. § 13-32-3 states that consent is NOT a defense
4. Civil lawsuits for negligence, assault, and intentional infliction of emotional distress are available

Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Campbell County

In our current case, we’re pursuing multiple defendants, and the same liability applies to South Dakota incidents:

1. Local fraternity/sorority chapters – Direct responsibility for organizing hazing
2. National organizations – Failed to supervise and prevent abuse
3. Universities – Failed to protect students despite knowing the risks
4. Individual members – Personal liability for participating in or facilitating hazing
5. Chapter officers – Leadership responsibility for allowing dangerous activities

The University’s Responsibility

Universities in South Dakota have a duty to protect students from foreseeable harm. In our current case, the University of Houston actually owned the fraternity house where the hazing occurred—giving them direct control and responsibility. Even if the university doesn’t own the property, they have oversight responsibility for recognized student organizations.

Why Campbell County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re fighting this battle RIGHT NOW – Our $10 million hazing lawsuit is active and making headlines
2. Nationwide reach – While based in Texas, we represent hazing victims across America, including South Dakota
3. Former insurance defense attorneys – We know how the other side thinks and fights
4. Federal court authority – We can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
5. Dual-state licensed – Texas and New York bars give us strategic advantages
6. Contingency fee representation – $0 upfront; we only get paid if you win
7. Bilingual services – Se habla español for South Dakota’s Spanish-speaking families

What to Do If You’re a Hazing Victim in Campbell County

If you suspect hazing has occurred:

1. Seek medical attention immediately – Document all injuries
2. Preserve all evidence – Take photos, save text messages, keep any physical evidence
3. Don’t delete anything – Social media posts, group chats, photos
4. Don’t sign anything – From the fraternity, sorority, or university
5. Don’t talk to anyone – Without consulting an attorney first
6. Contact us immediately – Evidence disappears quickly, and statutes of limitations apply

The Clock Is Ticking

In South Dakota, you typically have 3 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, but evidence disappears much faster. The sooner we can begin investigating your case, the stronger it will be.

Our Promise to Campbell County Families

We treat every hazing victim like family. We understand the trauma, the fear of retribution, and the desire to protect other students. Our client in Houston was afraid to speak out—just like many victims in South Dakota. We protect our clients’ identities and fight aggressively to hold institutions accountable.

Next Steps for Campbell County Families

1. Call our 24/7 legal emergency hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
2. Schedule a free, confidential consultation – In person, by phone, or video
3. Let us evaluate your case – We’ll tell you your legal options
4. We’ll handle everything – While you focus on recovery

The Same Fight Comes to South Dakota

The fraternities and sororities that waterboarded our client in Houston have chapters at South Dakota universities. The same culture of abuse exists here. The same negligence is happening in Campbell County.

We’re ready to bring the same fight to South Dakota. We’re ready to hold South Dakota institutions accountable. We’re ready to protect Campbell County families.

If you or your child has been hazed at a South Dakota university, call us now. The consultation is free. The call is confidential. The help is immediate.

1-888-ATTY-911
ralph@atty911.com
attorney911.com

We don’t just talk about stopping hazing. We’re fighting it in court right now—and we’ll fight for Campbell County families too.