🚨 Hazing Lawyers for Alabama Families: Justice for Victims of Fraternity & Sorority Abuse
Alabama parents, students, and families: If your child has been hazed, abused, or injured in a fraternity or sorority at an Alabama college or university, you are not alone. Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now — and we will fight for Alabama victims with the same fury.
We are 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 same fraternity operates at universities across Alabama. The same negligence exists at Alabama institutions. And we will bring the same aggressive legal strategy to Alabama families.
Call now for a free, confidential consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911
🏛️ Hazing in Alabama: A Crisis on Our Campuses
Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s not “building brotherhood.” It’s abuse, assault, and sometimes torture — and it happens at Alabama colleges and universities every year.
The Reality in Alabama:
- National fraternities like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and others have active chapters at Alabama universities including the University of Alabama, Auburn University, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Alabama State University, Tuskegee University, and many more.
- These same organizations have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries nationwide — including a $10 million case we’re litigating right now.
- Alabama universities have the power to stop hazing — but too often, they fail to act until it’s too late.
- Victims are afraid to speak out due to fear of retaliation, social ostracism, and pressure from Greek organizations.
- Alabama families deserve justice when their children are harmed by hazing.
Common Hazing Practices in Alabama:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Physical Abuse | Beatings, paddling, excessive exercise, sleep deprivation |
| Forced Consumption | Binge drinking, forced eating until vomiting, consumption of non-food substances |
| Psychological Torture | Humiliation, degradation, verbal abuse, threats |
| Waterboarding/Drowning | Simulated drowning with hoses or other methods |
| Sexual Abuse | Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects |
| Exposure | Cold weather exposure, heat exposure, confined spaces |
| Servitude | Forced cleaning, driving, errands for members |
These are not “pranks.” They are crimes.
⚖️ Alabama Hazing Laws: Know Your Rights
Alabama has strong anti-hazing laws designed to protect students. Under Alabama Code § 16-1-23, hazing is defined as:
“Any willful action taken or situation created, whether on or off campus, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule.”
Alabama Hazing Penalties:
| Offense Level | Punishment |
|---|---|
| Class C Misdemeanor | Up to 3 months in jail, $500 fine |
| Class B Misdemeanor | Up to 6 months in jail, $3,000 fine (if victim suffers physical injury) |
| Class A Misdemeanor | Up to 1 year in jail, $6,000 fine (if victim is at risk of serious injury) |
Important: Consent is NOT a defense under Alabama law. Even if a student agreed to participate, the hazing is still illegal.
Civil Liability in Alabama:
Alabama families can also pursue civil lawsuits against:
- The local fraternity or sorority chapter
- The national fraternity or sorority organization
- The university or college
- Individual members who participated in or facilitated hazing
- Housing corporations or property owners
Civil lawsuits allow Alabama families to recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Lost wages
- Punitive damages (to punish egregious conduct)
💰 Multi-Million Dollar Proof: Hazing Cases Win Big
Hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts across the country. These same outcomes are possible for Alabama victims.
Recent Hazing Case Outcomes:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110+ million |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential (major) |
| Our Current Case | University of Houston | Pi Kappa Phi | Lawsuit Filed | $10 million sought |
Alabama families: These cases prove that hazing victims can and do win significant compensation. The same legal strategies apply to Alabama cases.
🏢 Who We Sue for Alabama Hazing Victims
When hazing occurs in Alabama, multiple parties can be held liable:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture |
| University/College | Failed to protect students; premises liability |
| Housing Corporation | Owned/controlled property where hazing occurred |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing; failed to stop abuse |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed activities |
Deep pockets exist: National organizations and universities have substantial assets and insurance. Alabama families can recover significant compensation.
🔍 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Alabama
If your child has been hazed at an Alabama college or university, take these steps immediately:
- Ensure their safety — Remove them from the dangerous situation
- Seek medical attention — Even if injuries seem minor, get them checked
- Document everything — Take photos of injuries, save text messages, preserve social media posts
- Do not talk to the fraternity/sorority or university alone — They will try to control the narrative
- Do not post on social media — Anything you say can be used against you
- Preserve evidence — Clothing, objects used in hazing, witness contact information
- Report to authorities — Consider filing a police report or Title IX complaint
- Contact an attorney — Call Attorney 911 for a free consultation
Time is critical: Evidence disappears quickly. Alabama has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Act now.
🎓 Why Alabama Families Choose Attorney 911
We are not just Alabama hazing lawyers — we are nationwide hazing litigation experts currently fighting this battle in court.
Our Experience:
✅ Currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and University of Houston
✅ Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how defendants will fight back
✅ Federal court authority — can pursue Alabama cases in federal jurisdiction
✅ Dual-state bar licenses — Texas and New York
✅ 25+ years of litigation experience — Ralph Manginello
✅ 12+ years of litigation experience — Lupe Pena
✅ Multi-million dollar case experience — including BP Texas City explosion litigation
✅ Se habla español — bilingual staff serving Alabama families
Our Approach for Alabama Families:
- Immediate response — We act fast to preserve evidence
- Aggressive representation — We don’t back down from powerful institutions
- Compassionate advocacy — We understand the trauma Alabama families face
- Nationwide reach — We serve Alabama victims regardless of location
- Contingency fee — $0 upfront; we only get paid if you win
What Alabama Families Say About Us:
“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” — Dame Haskett
“This place feels like having a family over your case. And communication with you every step of the way.” — Kiwi Potato
“My wife and I had such a great experience with this law firm. They all go above and beyond and really care about you as a person.” — Ambur Hamilton
🏫 Universities and Colleges in Alabama Where Hazing Occurs
Hazing happens at colleges and universities across Alabama, including:
| University | Location | Greek Life Presence |
|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa | Large Greek system; multiple fraternities and sororities |
| Auburn University | Auburn | Strong Greek culture; multiple chapters |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) | Birmingham | Active Greek organizations |
| Alabama State University | Montgomery | Historically Black Greek organizations |
| Tuskegee University | Tuskegee | Active Greek life |
| University of South Alabama | Mobile | Greek organizations present |
| University of North Alabama | Florence | Greek life present |
| Alabama A&M University | Huntsville | Greek organizations |
| Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville | Greek life |
| Samford University | Birmingham | Greek organizations |
| Troy University | Troy | Greek organizations |
| University of Montevallo | Montevallo | Greek life present |
The same national fraternities and sororities operate at these Alabama institutions. The same hazing culture exists. And we will fight for Alabama families at every one of them.
📞 Call Now: Alabama Hazing Victims Deserve Justice
Alabama families: If your child has been hazed, abused, or injured in a fraternity or sorority, you have legal rights. We are fighting this battle right now — and we will fight for you.
Contact Attorney 911 Today:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 for Alabama hazing emergencies)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
Free consultation • No upfront cost • We come to Alabama • Se habla español
🔥 Our Message to Alabama Fraternities and Universities:
To the fraternities operating at Alabama universities:
We know who you are. We know your corporate structures. We know your national organizations have paid millions in hazing settlements. If you haze students in Alabama, we will find every liable entity.
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi, and every other national organization with chapters in Alabama:
The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston learned this the hard way. Your Alabama chapter could be next.
To Alabama universities:
You own the properties. You have the power to regulate. You have the duty to protect your students. When you fail, you will be held accountable.
Enough is enough.
📚 Additional Resources for Alabama Families
- Alabama Anti-Hazing Law (Code § 16-1-23)
- StopHazing.org
- Hazing Prevention Network
- Alabama State Department of Education
Alabama hazing victims: You are not alone. We are fighting for you. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today.
