🛡️ Hazing Victims in Boyd County, Nebraska — Your Legal Rights & How Attorney 911 Can Help
Boyd County families: If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization near Boyd County, you are not alone. Attorney 911 is currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — and we are ready to bring the same aggressive representation to Boyd County victims and families.
🚨 The Hazing Crisis in Nebraska and Beyond
Hazing is not just a “tradition” or “rite of passage.” It is abuse, torture, and sometimes manslaughter — and it happens at colleges and universities across Nebraska, including near Boyd County.
What Hazing Looks Like in Nebraska:
- Forced alcohol consumption — leading to alcohol poisoning, blackouts, and death
- Extreme physical punishment — pushups, squats, bear crawls, and other exercises until collapse
- Waterboarding and simulated drowning — a form of torture when done to enemy combatants
- Sleep deprivation — forced late nights and early mornings causing exhaustion and accidents
- Psychological abuse — humiliation, degradation, and threats of expulsion or violence
- Sexual assault and harassment — forced nudity, inappropriate touching, or carrying sexual objects
- Forced consumption of non-food items — peppercorns, hot dogs, milk until vomiting
- Physical beatings — with wooden paddles, belts, or other objects
Boyd County Parents: This Could Happen to Your Child
The same fraternities and sororities that operate at universities near Boyd County have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries across America:
- Pi Kappa Alpha — $10.1 million settlement (Stone Foltz, 2021)
- Phi Delta Theta — $6.1 million jury verdict (Maxwell Gruver, 2017)
- Beta Theta Pi — $110+ million settlement (Timothy Piazza, 2017)
- Pi Kappa Phi — Current $10 million lawsuit (Leonel Bermudez, 2025)
These same organizations have chapters near Boyd County — and they are still hazing students.
⚠️ The University of Houston Case — Why It Matters to Boyd County
In November 2025, Attorney 911 filed a $10 million lawsuit on behalf of Leonel Bermudez, a “ghost rush” pledge who wasn’t even enrolled at the University of Houston when he was hazed. He was subjected to:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
- 500+ squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls, and other extreme exercises — causing rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure
- Forced consumption of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting
- Being struck with wooden paddles
- Sleep deprivation and exhaustion from driving fraternity members at all hours
Result: Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized for 3 nights and 4 days with acute kidney failure.
Why This Case Matters to Boyd County Families:
- The same fraternities operate near Boyd County — Pi Kappa Phi, Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and others have chapters at Nebraska universities.
- Universities near Boyd County face the same liability — If they own fraternity houses or have oversight over Greek life, they can be held accountable.
- National organizations know about hazing — and do nothing — Pi Kappa Phi had 8 years to fix their culture after Andrew Coffey died in 2017. They failed.
- This could happen in Boyd County — The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client exist at Nebraska fraternities and sororities.
⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Boyd County Hazing Victim
1. Hazing Is Illegal in Nebraska
Nebraska law (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-311.08) defines hazing as:
“Any activity by which a person intentionally or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health or safety of an individual for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, or continued membership in any organization.”
This includes:
- Physical brutality (beatings, paddling, forced exercise)
- Forced consumption of alcohol, food, or non-food items
- Sleep deprivation
- Psychological abuse
- Sexual humiliation or assault
Nebraska law explicitly states: “Consent is not a defense to hazing.” Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the organization is still liable.
2. Who Can Be Held Liable in Boyd County?
If your child was hazed near Boyd County, we can sue:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise chapter; knew about hazing culture |
| University/College | Failed to prevent hazing; owned/controlled property where hazing occurred |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed hazing activities |
| Individual Members | Participated in or failed to stop hazing |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes; premises liability |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability |
3. Types of Damages You Can Recover
If your child was hazed near Boyd County, you may be entitled to compensation for:
| Damage Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | Hospital bills, ER visits, therapy, future treatment |
| Lost Wages | Time missed from work or internships |
| Pain and Suffering | Physical pain from injuries; emotional trauma from abuse |
| Mental Anguish | PTSD, anxiety, depression, fear of retribution |
| Punitive Damages | Additional damages to punish egregious conduct (e.g., waterboarding, forced consumption until vomiting) |
| Educational Disruption | Tuition refunds, lost scholarships, delayed graduation |
💰 What Hazing Cases Are Worth in Nebraska
Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts — even for victims who survive. Here’s what similar cases have recovered:
| Case | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz (BGSU, 2021) | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver (LSU, 2017) | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza (Penn State, 2017) | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110+ million |
| Leonel Bermudez (UH, 2025) | Pi Kappa Phi | Pending | $10 million |
Boyd County families: These same results are possible for Nebraska hazing victims. The egregious conduct in our current case (waterboarding, 500 squats, wooden paddles) is exactly the type of behavior that juries punish with large verdicts.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed Near Boyd County
Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately
- Even if your child “feels fine,” hazing injuries like rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, or internal bleeding may not show symptoms right away.
- Go to the emergency room or urgent care and tell them your child was hazed.
- Document everything — medical records are critical evidence.
Step 2: Preserve All Evidence
Hazing cases are won or lost on evidence. Do not delete anything.
| Evidence Type | What to Save |
|---|---|
| Texts/Group Chats | Screenshots of all messages about hazing |
| Social Media | Photos, videos, Snapchats, Instagram DMs |
| Photos/Videos | Injuries, hazing activities, fraternity house |
| Witness Information | Names and contact info of other pledges or witnesses |
| Fraternity Documents | Pledge manuals, schedules, rules |
| Medical Records | Hospital bills, doctor’s notes, therapy records |
Do NOT:
❌ Delete any messages or posts
❌ Talk to fraternity/sorority members without a lawyer
❌ Sign anything from the organization
❌ Post about the incident on social media
Step 3: Report the Hazing to Authorities
- File a police report — Hazing is a crime in Nebraska.
- Report to the university — File a Title IX complaint or student conduct report.
- Report to the national organization — Many have hazing hotlines.
**Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 — FREE Consultation for Boyd County Families
We represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Boyd County, and we work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com
We will:
✅ Evaluate your case for free
✅ Handle all communications with the fraternity, university, and insurance companies
✅ Preserve evidence and build a strong legal claim
✅ Fight for maximum compensation for your child’s injuries
✅ Travel to Boyd County for depositions, meetings, and trials
🏢 Who We Are — Boyd County’s Hazing Litigation Experts
Attorney 911 is a Texas-based personal injury and criminal defense law firm with offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont. While we are based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Boyd County, through our federal court authority and commitment to traveling wherever justice demands.
Why Boyd County Families Choose Attorney 911:
| Advantage | How It Helps Boyd County Victims |
|---|---|
| 25+ Years of Litigation Experience | Proven track record in complex cases |
| Former Insurance Defense Attorneys | We know how insurance companies try to deny claims — and how to beat them |
| Federal Court Admission | Can pursue Boyd County cases in federal court |
| Dual-State Bar Licenses (Texas & New York) | Strategic advantage for cases against national fraternities |
| Se Habla Español | Bilingual staff serving Spanish-speaking families |
| Nationwide Hazing Expertise | Currently litigating $10M UH hazing case — same strategies available for Boyd County victims |
| Willingness to Travel | We come to Boyd County for depositions, trials, and client meetings |
Our Approach for Boyd County Hazing Victims:
When a legal emergency hits — whether it’s in Boyd County, Houston, or anywhere in America — we move FIRST, FAST, and DECISIVELY.
For Boyd County hazing victims, our team will:
✔ Build cases with expert witnesses (medical, Greek life culture, institutional negligence)
✔ Preserve evidence immediately — texts, photos, medical records, witness statements
✔ Negotiate from strength — we’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case
✔ Travel to Boyd County — for depositions, meetings, and trials when needed
✔ Provide remote consultations — Boyd County families can video chat with our attorneys
🎯 Why We’re Fighting This Battle — And Why Boyd County Families Should Too
In the words of Lupe Pena, our associate attorney:
“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”
Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case was afraid to speak out due to retribution. Many hazing victims in Boyd County feel the same way. But silence protects the abusers.
By stepping forward, you are:
- Protecting your child’s future — ensuring they receive compensation for their injuries
- Protecting other Boyd County students — preventing the next victim
- Holding institutions accountable — forcing fraternities, sororities, and universities to change
📞 Boyd County Families: Call Attorney 911 Today
If your child was hazed near Boyd County, you have legal rights — and we can help.
📞 Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911 (Available 24/7)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com
We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Don’t wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and statutes of limitations expire. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.
🔥 A Message to Nebraska Fraternities and Sororities
To the fraternities and sororities operating near Boyd County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi —
If your chapter operates near Boyd County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.
Every national fraternity with chapters near Boyd County should review their hazing policies immediately. We have proven these cases can be won.
Universities near Boyd County: The same institutional negligence that made University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now or face the same accountability.
To Greek life leadership at Nebraska institutions: The Bermudez case is a warning. Clean up your chapters before we clean them out in court.
🏆 We Don’t Just Talk About Hazing — We’re Fighting It Right Now
Bermudez v. University of Houston & Pi Kappa Phi — $10 Million Lawsuit (2025)
The Defendants We’re Holding Accountable:
- University of Houston
- UH System Board of Regents
- Pi Kappa Phi National Headquarters
- Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Housing Corporation
- 13 individual fraternity members (president, pledgemaster, risk manager, others)
How We Found Them:
Our Texas Hazing Intelligence Database had the housing corporation’s EIN, the national organization’s structure, and the relationships between the undergraduate chapter, alumni oversight, and institutional liability.
Result So Far:
- Chapter suspended within days of hazing reports
- Members voted to surrender their charter
- Chapter permanently closed
- University called conduct “deeply disturbing”
- Criminal referrals initiated
Boyd County families: This is what happens when data-driven attorneys take on hazing. We don’t guess. We know. And we sue everyone responsible.
🛡️ Boyd County Hazing Victims: You Are Not Alone
Hazing can leave victims feeling isolated, ashamed, and powerless — but you don’t have to face this alone.
Attorney 911 is here to fight for you.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | 📧 ralph@atty911.com | 🌐 attorney911.com
Enough is enough. It’s time to hold them accountable.