🛡️ Hanson County Hazing Attorney – Protecting Students from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse
Hanson County families: If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, or student organization, you’re not powerless. We’re fighting this battle right now — and we’ll fight for Hanson County victims too.
At Attorney 911, we’re currently representing a University of Houston student hospitalized with kidney failure after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles in a Pi Kappa Phi hazing ritual. We’ve filed a $10 million lawsuit — and we’re holding the fraternity, university, and individuals accountable.
The same hazing happens at Hanson County institutions. The same fraternities operate near Hanson County. And the same negligence exists at Hanson County universities.
If your child was hazed in Hanson County — whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, marching band, or any student organization — we can help.
🚨 What Hanson County Families Need to Know About Hazing
1. Hazing Is Not “Tradition” — It’s Abuse
Hazing isn’t about building character. It’s about power, control, and humiliation. In our current case, a student was:
- Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
- Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups until he couldn’t stand
- Struck with wooden paddles
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to lie in his own vomit
- Deprived of sleep and forced to drive fraternity members at all hours
This isn’t “boys being boys.” This is torture. And it’s happening at colleges and universities near Hanson County.
2. Universities Are Complicit
The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was abused. They had the power to inspect, regulate, and shut it down. They chose not to act — even though they had a prior hazing incident in 2017.
Hanson County universities have the same responsibility. If they own or control Greek housing, they’re liable when hazing occurs. If they knew or should have known about hazing, they’re liable. If they failed to protect students, they can be sued.
3. National Fraternities Knew the Risks — And Did Nothing
Pi Kappa Phi had eight years to fix their hazing culture after a student died at their Florida State chapter in 2017. They did nothing. Now, another student has been hospitalized.
The same national fraternities with hazing deaths operate near Hanson County. Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta — they’ve all paid millions in settlements. If your child was hazed at a Hanson County chapter, we’ll hold the national organization accountable.
4. You Have Legal Rights — Even If Your Child “Consented”
Fraternities will argue: “He agreed to participate.” “He knew the risks.” “He could have left.”
Texas law says: Consent is not a defense. The Texas Education Code explicitly states that consent does not excuse hazing. If your child was coerced, threatened, or pressured — they didn’t truly consent.
5. The Clock Is Ticking — Act Now
- Texas has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
- Evidence disappears fast — texts get deleted, witnesses forget, fraternities destroy records.
- Insurance companies lowball victims — they’ll offer quick settlements to avoid full accountability.
Don’t wait. Call us now for a free, confidential consultation.
🏢 Who We Sue for Hanson County Hazing Victims
We don’t just sue the fraternity. We sue everyone responsible — because hazing is a systemic failure.
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable | Hanson County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing | The Hanson County fraternity that abused your child |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture | Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Pike, Beta, Phi Delt — they all have chapters near Hanson County |
| University | Owned/controlled property; failed to protect students | Hanson County universities with Greek life oversight |
| Individual Members | Participated in or allowed hazing | Chapter officers, pledgemasters, active members |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes | Former members who enabled abuse |
| Insurance Companies | Cover liability for all of the above | Deep pockets to pay for damages |
We’ve done this before. We’re doing it now. We’ll do it for Hanson County victims.
💰 What Hanson County Hazing Victims Can Recover
Hazing causes real harm — and victims deserve real compensation. In our current case, we’re seeking $10 million for:
- Medical bills (hospitalization, treatment, future care)
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional trauma)
- Lost wages (time missed from work or school)
- Punitive damages (to punish the defendants and prevent future hazing)
Recent Hazing Settlements & Verdicts
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz (2021) | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Max Gruver (2017) | Phi Delta Theta | LSU | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Tim Piazza (2017) | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | Settlement | $110+ million |
| Andrew Coffey (2017) | Pi Kappa Phi | Florida State | Settlement | Confidential (multi-million) |
| Adam Oakes (2021) | Delta Chi | VCU | Settlement | $4+ million |
These are not isolated incidents. These are patterns. And these same results are possible for Hanson County victims.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Hanson County
1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately
- Even if they seem “fine,” get them checked. Hazing injuries like rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening.
- Document everything. Get copies of all medical records.
2. Preserve All Evidence
- Take photos of injuries, hazing locations, and any items used in hazing.
- Save all communications — texts, GroupMe chats, social media messages, emails.
- Get witness names — other pledges, friends, bystanders.
- Do not delete anything. Even old posts can be used as evidence.
3. Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Alone
- They will try to control the narrative.
- They will pressure you to sign documents.
- They will intimidate your child into silence.
- Anything you say can be used against you.
4. Do NOT Post on Social Media
- Insurance companies and fraternities will use your posts against you.
- Even innocent photos can be twisted to undermine your case.
- Stay quiet until your case is resolved.
5. Call Us Immediately — Free Consultation
- We offer free, confidential consultations for Hanson County hazing victims.
- We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win.
- We travel to Hanson County for depositions, meetings, and trials.
🎯 Why Hanson County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now
We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases. We know how to win.
2. We’re Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know their playbook. We use that knowledge to dismantle their defenses and maximize your recovery.
3. We Have Federal Court Authority
We’re admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas — which means we can pursue Hanson County cases in federal court if needed.
4. We’re Dual-State Licensed
We’re licensed in Texas AND New York — giving us strategic advantages when suing national fraternities headquartered out of state.
5. We Speak Spanish
Hazing affects all communities. Se habla español — we serve Hanson County Spanish-speaking families without language barriers.
6. We Travel to Hanson County
Distance is not a barrier. We come to Hanson County for depositions, client meetings, and trials.
7. We Care
We’ve seen what hazing does to kids. We’re fighting this because we truly care about victims and their families. Your child isn’t a paycheck — they’re a person who deserves justice.
📞 Hanson County Hazing Victims: Call Now — Free Consultation
If your child was hazed at a Hanson County fraternity, sorority, or student organization — call us immediately.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
Free consultation. No upfront cost. We don’t get paid unless you do.
⚠️ To Fraternities and Sororities Near Hanson County: We Are Watching
Pi Kappa Phi. Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Pi Kappa Alpha. Phi Delta Theta. Beta Theta Pi.
If your chapter operates near Hanson County, know this:
- We are tracking your house corporations, your alumni chapters, and your national insurance policies.
- We know your hazing history. We know your patterns. We know your playbook.
- If you haze students in Hanson County, we will find every liable entity — and we will sue them all.
The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston? Shut down.
The $10 million lawsuit? Ongoing.
Your chapter could be next.
🏛️ To Hanson County Universities: The Time to Act Is Now
University of South Dakota. Augustana University. Mount Marty University. South Dakota State University. Any institution near Hanson County with Greek life:
- You own the houses. You control the property. You have the power to inspect and regulate.
- You’ve had incidents before. You know hazing happens. You’ve seen the warning signs.
- You will be held liable when a student is hospitalized or killed.
Act now. Or face the consequences in court.
🔥 Hanson County Families: Enough Is Enough
Hazing doesn’t build brotherhood. It destroys lives.
Andrew Coffey died in 2017. Eight years later, another Pi Kappa Phi student was hospitalized.
Jared Munoz was hospitalized at UH in 2017. Eight years later, another student was hospitalized at the same university.
The pattern is clear. The negligence is undeniable. The harm is preventable.
If your child was hazed in Hanson County, we will fight for you. We will hold them accountable. And we will make sure this never happens to another Hanson County family.
Call now. The clock is ticking.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | 📧 ralph@atty911.com | 🌐 attorney911.com
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