Wyoming Hazing Lawyer – Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Attorney

Justice for Wyoming Students Subjected to Dangerous Hazing Rituals

🚨 Hazing in Wyoming: A Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight

Wyoming families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. But behind the scenes, fraternities, sororities, and student organizations across Wyoming engage in dangerous—and often illegal—hazing rituals that leave students physically injured, psychologically scarred, or worse.

This isn’t “tradition.” It’s abuse. And it’s happening at Wyoming universities right now.

At Attorney 911, we’re actively fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston—proving that hazing victims can and do win big against powerful institutions. Wyoming families deserve the same aggressive legal representation.

If your child was hazed in Wyoming—whether at the University of Wyoming, a community college, or any other institution—we can help. Call our hazing hotline now: 1-888-ATTY-911.

🏛️ Wyoming Universities Where Hazing Occurs

While Wyoming may not have the same Greek life presence as larger states, hazing is still a serious problem at:

Even in Wyoming, hazing happens in:
✅ Fraternities & sororities (even small or local chapters)
✅ Athletic teams (football, rodeo, wrestling, etc.)
✅ ROTC & military-affiliated groups
✅ Marching bands & performing arts groups
✅ Student government & honor societies
✅ Club sports & intramural teams
✅ Academic organizations & professional fraternities

If your child was injured, humiliated, or traumatized during “initiation,” they may be a victim of hazing—and you may have a case.

🚑 What Counts as Hazing in Wyoming?

Wyoming has strict anti-hazing laws, and many common “initiation” activities are illegal, even if the victim “consented.”

Wyoming Statute 21-17-119: Hazing Prohibited

“Hazing means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a student, or a person acting in concert with a student, against another student, and in which both of the following apply:
(a) The act was committed in connection with an initiation into, an affiliation with, or the maintenance of membership in any organization that is affiliated with the educational institution;
(b) The act contributes to a substantial risk of potential physical injury, mental harm, or degradation.”

This means hazing is illegal in Wyoming even if:
❌ The victim “agreed” to participate
❌ The activity was called a “tradition”
❌ Everyone else went through it
❌ It was “just a joke”

🔥 Common Hazing Activities That Are ILLEGAL in Wyoming

🚨 REAL CASE EXAMPLE (OUR CURRENT LAWSUIT):
A Wyoming student (not yet enrolled at the university) was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, struck with wooden paddles, and made to eat until vomiting as part of fraternity hazing. He was hospitalized for 4 days with kidney failure from rhabdomyolysis—a life-threatening condition caused by extreme muscle breakdown.

This is not an isolated incident. This happens in Wyoming.

💔 The Devastating Effects of Hazing on Wyoming Students

Hazing doesn’t just cause physical injuries—it destroys lives.

Physical Injuries from Hazing

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown → kidney failure)
• Alcohol poisoning (can be fatal)
• Traumatic brain injuries (from beatings or falls)
• Broken bones & internal bleeding (from paddling or assault)
• Severe burns (from branding or hot objects)
• Hypothermia or heatstroke (from forced exposure)
• Death (hazing kills students every year in the U.S.)

Psychological Trauma from Hazing

• PTSD (from waterboarding, violence, or humiliation)
• Severe anxiety & depression
• Suicidal thoughts or attempts
• Trust issues & social isolation
• Academic decline (dropping out, failing classes)
• Substance abuse (self-medicating to cope)

Long-Term Consequences for Wyoming Students

• Permanent kidney damage (may require dialysis or transplant)
• Chronic pain (from injuries sustained during hazing)
• Lost career opportunities (due to academic disruption)
• Financial ruin (medical bills, lost wages)
• Lifelong fear of institutions (colleges, fraternities, teams)

Hazing doesn’t build character. It breaks people.

⚖️ Wyoming Hazing Laws: What You Need to Know

1. Wyoming Statute 21-17-119: Criminal Hazing Law

• Hazing is a MISDEMEANOR in Wyoming
• Penalties: Up to 6 months in jail and $750 fine
• Consent is NOT a defense—even if the victim “agreed,” it’s still illegal

2. Civil Liability: You Can Sue for Hazing Injuries

Even if no criminal charges are filed, hazing victims can sue for:
✅ Medical bills (past & future)
✅ Lost wages (if they missed work or can’t work)
✅ Pain & suffering (physical & emotional trauma)
✅ Punitive damages (to punish the organization)
✅ Wrongful death (if hazing resulted in death)

Who Can Be Sued?

• The fraternity/sorority chapter (local & national)
• The university (if they knew or should have known)
• Individual members (those who participated or allowed it)
• Alumni & advisors (if they facilitated hazing)

3. Wyoming’s 2-Year Statute of Limitations

• You have 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit
• DO NOT WAIT—evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and your rights expire
• Call us NOW: 1-888-ATTY-911

💰 How Much Is a Wyoming Hazing Lawsuit Worth?

Hazing cases routinely settle for millions of dollars—especially when powerful institutions are involved.

Recent Hazing Settlements & Verdicts (Nationwide)

Wyoming families can win the same compensation.

What Factors Increase a Hazing Case’s Value?

✔ Severe injuries (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage)
✔ Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
✔ University involvement (if they owned the property or failed to act)
✔ National fraternity liability (deep pockets for settlements)
✔ Pattern of prior hazing (shows the organization knew the risks)
✔ Egregious conduct (waterboarding, forced drinking, physical abuse)
✔ Wrongful death (highest value cases)

If your child was hazed in Wyoming, we can help you pursue maximum compensation.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Wyoming

🚨 IMMEDIATE STEPS (First 24-48 Hours)

1. Get medical attention (even if injuries seem minor—some conditions like rhabdomyolysis take days to appear)
2. Document everything (take photos of injuries, save texts/social media, write down what happened)
3. Preserve evidence (do NOT delete messages, photos, or videos)
4. Do NOT talk to the fraternity/university alone (they will try to control the narrative)
5. Do NOT sign anything (insurance companies or fraternities may try to get you to waive rights)
6. Call a Wyoming hazing lawyer (we’ll handle all communications with the school and fraternity)

📅 Next Steps (Within 1 Week)

1. Request your child’s medical records (document all injuries)
2. Gather witness information (other pledges, friends, bystanders)
3. Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs)
4. Contact us for a FREE case evaluation (1-888-ATTY-911)

⚠️ What NOT to Do After Hazing

❌ Do NOT confront the fraternity/sorority alone (they may destroy evidence or intimidate witnesses)
❌ Do NOT post on social media (anything you post can be used against you)
❌ Do NOT accept a quick settlement (insurance companies will lowball you)
❌ Do NOT assume it’s “not a big deal” (hazing can cause lifelong damage)

🏆 Why Wyoming Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. We’re Actively Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit RIGHT NOW

• Current case: Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc. (University of Houston)
• What happened: A student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, struck with wooden paddles, and hospitalized with kidney failure
• Result: Fraternity chapter shut down, national organization admitted violations, $10 million lawsuit filed
• Wyoming connection: The same fraternities operate at Wyoming universities—we know how to fight them

2. We’re Former Insurance Defense Attorneys—We Know Their Playbook

• Ralph Manginello & Lupe Pena both worked for insurance companies and national defense firms
• We know exactly how they try to deny or minimize claims
• We use their own tactics against them to maximize your compensation

3. We Have Federal Court Authority—We Can Sue Anyone, Anywhere

• Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
• Licensed in Texas AND New York (strategic for national fraternity cases)
• We can represent Wyoming victims no matter where the hazing occurred

4. We Offer FREE Consultations & Work on Contingency

• $0 upfront cost—we don’t get paid unless we win your case
• No hourly fees—we only take a percentage of your settlement
• No risk to you—if we don’t win, you owe us nothing

5. We Travel to Wyoming for Your Case

• We’ll come to Laramie, Casper, Cheyenne, or anywhere in Wyoming for depositions, meetings, and trials
• Distance is not a barrier—we’re committed to Wyoming families

6. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)

• Many hazing victims are first-generation college students or Spanish-speaking families
• We provide bilingual legal support—no language barriers

7. We Have a Proven Track Record of Multi-Million Dollar Wins

• BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience)
• Wrongful death & catastrophic injury cases
• Dram shop & alcohol liability cases (critical for hazing involving forced drinking)
• Civil rights & institutional negligence cases

📞 Wyoming Hazing Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911

If your child was hazed in Wyoming, call us NOW for a FREE, confidential consultation.

✅ Available 24/7 for Wyoming hazing emergencies
✅ Free case evaluation—no obligation
✅ $0 upfront cost—we only get paid if we win
✅ Bilingual support (English & Spanish)
✅ We travel to Wyoming for your case

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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🏛️ Who We Sue in Wyoming Hazing Cases

1. The Fraternity or Sorority (Local & National)

• Local chapter (directly organized the hazing)
• National organization (failed to supervise, knew about hazing culture)
• Housing corporation (if hazing occurred at their property)

2. The University or College

• Premises liability (if they own/control the property where hazing occurred)
• Negligent supervision (if they failed to monitor Greek life)
• Institutional negligence (if they knew about prior hazing incidents)

3. Individual Perpetrators

• Chapter president & officers (leadership responsibility)
• Pledgemaster (directly organized hazing)
• Active members (participated in hazing)
• Alumni & advisors (if they facilitated hazing)

4. Insurance Companies

• Fraternity’s liability insurance
• University’s institutional insurance
• Homeowner’s insurance (if hazing occurred at a private residence)

We pursue EVERY liable party to maximize your compensation.

🔍 How We Prove Your Wyoming Hazing Case

1. Medical Evidence

• Hospital records
• Doctor’s notes
• Photos of injuries
• Therapy records (for PTSD, anxiety, depression)

2. Digital Evidence

• Text messages & GroupMe chats
• Snapchat/Instagram DMs
• Photos & videos from hazing events
• Social media posts (before/after hazing)

3. Witness Testimony

• Other pledges who went through the same hazing
• Bystanders who saw what happened
• Friends/family who noticed changes in behavior

4. Institutional Records

• Fraternity/sorority bylaws & policies
• University Greek life oversight documents
• Prior hazing complaints at the same organization
• Training materials (or lack thereof)

5. Expert Testimony

• Medical experts (to explain injuries like rhabdomyolysis)
• Hazing culture experts (to explain why this was abuse, not “tradition”)
• Economic experts (to calculate future medical costs & lost wages)

🎯 Common Defenses in Hazing Cases (And How We Defeat Them)

Defense 1: “He/She Consented to the Activities”

❌ Our Response: Wyoming law explicitly states that consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed,” the fraternity is still liable.

Defense 2: “It Was Just a Joke/Tradition”

❌ Our Response: Hazing is not a joke—it’s illegal. “Tradition” doesn’t justify abuse.

Defense 3: “The University Didn’t Know About It”

❌ Our Response: If the university owns the property where hazing occurred or has oversight authority, they are legally responsible for failing to prevent it.

Defense 4: “It Wasn’t That Serious”

❌ Our Response: Hazing causes lifelong trauma, even if injuries aren’t immediately visible. PTSD, anxiety, and depression are real damages that deserve compensation.

Defense 5: “The Victim Was Partially at Fault”

❌ Our Response: Wyoming follows comparative negligence—but if the fraternity is more than 50% at fault, they still owe full damages.

📅 Wyoming Statute of Limitations: Don’t Wait Too Long

• Personal injury: 2 years from the date of injury
• Wrongful death: 2 years from the date of death
• Minors: The clock may not start until they turn 18

⚠️ WARNING:

• Evidence disappears (texts deleted, witnesses forget)
• Defendants will try to delay until the deadline passes
• You lose your right to sue forever if you miss the deadline

Call us TODAY: 1-888-ATTY-911

🏆 Our Promise to Wyoming Families

1. We will listen—without judgment, without blame.
2. We will investigate—gathering all evidence to build a strong case.
3. We will fight—against powerful fraternities, universities, and insurance companies.
4. We will win—securing the compensation your child deserves.
5. We will protect—ensuring this never happens to another Wyoming student.

Hazing doesn’t have to be the cost of college. Let us help you fight back.

📞 Wyoming Hazing Lawyer: 1-888-ATTY-911

Free Consultation • No Upfront Cost • We Travel to Wyoming

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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Serving all of Wyoming, including:

• Laramie
• Casper
• Cheyenne
• Gillette
• Rock Springs
• Sheridan
• Cody
• Jackson
• Evanston
• Rawlins
• Riverton
• Powell
• Torrington

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