🚨 Hazing Victim Legal Representation in Broward County, Florida
Attorney 911 – Fighting for Broward County Families Affected by Hazing
🏆 Why Broward County Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases
Broward County parents send their children to college expecting safety and opportunity. When that trust is betrayed by hazing, you need attorneys who will fight aggressively for justice.
Attorney 911 is currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston – the same fight we bring to Broward County. Our team has the experience, resources, and determination to hold fraternities, sororities, and universities accountable for the harm they cause to Broward County students.
✅ Nationwide Reach – Local Broward County Commitment
While based in Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide, including Broward County. Our federal court authority and willingness to travel mean distance is not a barrier to justice.
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
We know how insurance companies and institutions think because we used to work for them. Now we use that knowledge to maximize compensation for Broward County victims.
✅ Proven $10 Million Case Experience
We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case – the same aggressive representation we provide to Broward County families.
✅ Dual-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas AND New York – strategic advantage for cases involving national fraternity/sorority organizations.
✅ Bilingual Services – Se Habla Español
Our bilingual staff serves Spanish-speaking Broward County families without language barriers.
✅ Contingency Fee Representation
$0 upfront for Broward County families. We don’t get paid unless we win your case.
🔥 The Hazing Crisis in Broward County
Hazing isn’t just a problem at distant universities – it happens right here in Broward County and at nearby Florida institutions. The same fraternities and sororities that have paid millions in settlements nationwide operate chapters at universities near Broward County.
🏛️ Universities Near Broward County with Greek Life:
- Florida Atlantic University (FAU) – Boca Raton
- Nova Southeastern University (NSU) – Fort Lauderdale
- Broward College – Multiple campuses
- University of Miami – Coral Gables
- Florida International University (FIU) – Miami
- Palm Beach State College – Lake Worth
🏠 The Same National Fraternities Operate Near Broward County:
- Pi Kappa Phi
- Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)
- Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)
- Phi Delta Theta
- Beta Theta Pi
- Sigma Chi
- Kappa Sigma
- And many more
These organizations have paid MILLIONS in hazing settlements nationwide – and they have active chapters near Broward County students.
⚠️ What Broward County Parents Need to Know About Hazing
🚨 Hazing is NOT “Tradition” – It’s Abuse
Hazing activities reported at universities nationwide – including near Broward County:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Physical Abuse | Beatings, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion |
| Forced Consumption | Alcohol (binge drinking), food (eating until vomiting), non-food substances |
| Psychological Torture | Waterboarding (simulated drowning), humiliation, degradation, verbal abuse |
| Sexual Abuse | Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects |
| Sleep Deprivation | Forced late-night activities, early morning tasks |
| Exposure Hazards | Cold weather exposure, heat exposure, confined spaces |
🏥 Medical Consequences of Hazing
Hazing can cause serious, sometimes life-threatening injuries:
| Condition | Description | Broward County Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Rhabdomyolysis | Muscle breakdown causing kidney failure | Documented in our current case |
| Acute Kidney Failure | Life-threatening kidney damage | Our client was hospitalized for 4 days |
| Alcohol Poisoning | Can be fatal; BAC > 0.40 documented in cases | Common in forced drinking hazing |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | From beatings, falls, or objects | Documented in multiple cases |
| Hypothermia/Hyperthermia | From exposure to elements | Forced outdoor activities |
| Cardiac Arrest | From extreme physical exertion | Documented in hazing deaths |
| PTSD/Anxiety/Depression | Long-term psychological trauma | Therapy often required |
| Death | Wrongful death from hazing | Multiple documented cases |
💰 Multi-Million Dollar Precedents – What Broward County Victims Can Recover
Hazing cases result in substantial settlements and verdicts – and the same results are possible for Broward County victims:
🏆 Landmark Hazing Cases:
| 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) |
| Attorney 911 Case | University of Houston | Pi Kappa Phi | Pending | $10 million demanded |
These same results are available to Broward County hazing victims.
⚖️ Florida Hazing Laws – What Broward County Victims Need to Know
📜 Florida Statute 1006.63 – Hazing
Definition:
“Hazing” means any action or situation that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for purposes including, but not limited to, initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution.
Criminal Penalties:
| Degree | Conduct | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| First Degree Misdemeanor | Hazing that creates substantial risk of physical injury or death | Up to 1 year in jail |
| Third Degree Felony | Hazing that results in serious bodily injury or death | Up to 5 years in prison |
Civil Liability:
- Victims can sue for damages
- Consent is NOT a defense
- Organizations and individuals can be held liable
🏛️ Andrew’s Law (Florida Statute 1006.635)
Named after Andrew Coffey (FSU, Pi Kappa Phi), this law:
- Makes hazing that results in death a third-degree felony
- Provides immunity for those who call 911 to report hazing
- Requires universities to adopt anti-hazing policies
🎯 Who Is Liable for Broward County Hazing?
We pursue EVERY responsible party:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew or should have known about hazing |
| University | Failed to protect students; may own fraternity/sorority property |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing activities |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed activities |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing events at their homes |
| Insurance Companies | Provide coverage for liability |
Broward County families: We sue everyone responsible to maximize your recovery.
📋 What Broward County Families Should Do If Hazing Occurs
🚨 Immediate Action Steps:
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Seek Medical Attention
- Hazing injuries can be life-threatening (rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning)
- Document all injuries with medical professionals
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Preserve ALL Evidence
- Save all text messages, social media posts, GroupMe chats
- Take photos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence
- Document witness names and contact information
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Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- They will try to control the narrative and destroy evidence
- Do not sign anything without legal counsel
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Report to Authorities
- Consider filing a police report
- Report to university administration (but consult us first)
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Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
- Call 1-888-ATTY-911
- We offer free, confidential consultations
- Time is critical – Florida has a 4-year statute of limitations, but evidence disappears quickly
🏥 Medical Warning Signs of Hazing Injuries
Broward County parents: Watch for these symptoms in your child:
| Symptom | Possible Condition | Action Required |
|---|---|---|
| Dark brown urine | Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) | EMERGENCY ROOM IMMEDIATELY |
| Severe muscle pain | Rhabdomyolysis | Medical evaluation |
| Difficulty walking | Muscle damage, dehydration | Medical evaluation |
| Vomiting | Alcohol poisoning, dehydration | Medical evaluation |
| Confusion/disorientation | Alcohol poisoning, concussion | EMERGENCY ROOM |
| Loss of consciousness | Alcohol poisoning, head injury | 911 IMMEDIATELY |
| Panic attacks | PTSD, anxiety | Mental health evaluation |
| Withdrawal from social activities | Depression, trauma | Mental health evaluation |
| Unexplained bruises or injuries | Physical abuse | Medical documentation |
💬 What Broward County Victims Are Saying About Hazing
“I thought it was just part of joining. I didn’t know it was illegal. I didn’t know it could kill me.” – Former pledge
“They told me if I didn’t participate, I’d be blacklisted from all Greek life.” – Hazing victim
“I was afraid to speak up. I didn’t want to be the one who ruined it for everyone.” – Witness to hazing
Broward County families: Your child may be afraid to tell you what’s happening. Talk to them about hazing before it’s too late.
🎓 Broward County Greek Life – The Organizations We’re Watching
These fraternities and sororities have active chapters near Broward County and have paid millions in hazing settlements nationwide:
🏛️ Fraternities with Hazing Histories Near Broward County:
| Fraternity | Chapter Locations Near Broward County | Hazing History |
|---|---|---|
| Pi Kappa Phi | FAU, FIU | Andrew Coffey death (FSU); $10M lawsuit (UH) |
| Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) | UM, FIU | Multiple hazing deaths and lawsuits |
| Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) | FAU, UM | Stone Foltz death ($10.1M settlement) |
| Phi Delta Theta | UM, FAU | Maxwell Gruver death ($6.1M verdict) |
| Beta Theta Pi | UM | Timothy Piazza death ($110M+ settlement) |
| Sigma Chi | UM, FAU | Multiple hazing lawsuits |
| Kappa Sigma | FAU, NSU | Multiple hazing incidents |
| Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) | UM | Danny Santulli case (blindness from hazing) |
🏛️ Sororities with Hazing Concerns Near Broward County:
While less frequently reported, sorority hazing does occur and can include:
- Forced alcohol consumption
- Sleep deprivation
- Psychological abuse
- Extreme calisthenics
- Humiliation rituals
Broward County families: If your daughter is pledging a sorority, she may be at risk too.
🔍 How We Build Broward County Hazing Cases
Our proven approach for Broward County victims:
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Immediate Investigation
- Preserve evidence before it disappears
- Interview witnesses
- Obtain medical records
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Identify All Liable Parties
- Chapter
- National organization
- University
- Individual members
- Alumni
- Insurance companies
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Document Damages
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Psychological trauma
- Future medical needs
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Aggressive Negotiation
- Demand full policy limits
- Present evidence of egregious conduct
- Highlight pattern of prior incidents
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Litigation if Necessary
- File lawsuit
- Conduct discovery
- Prepare for trial
- Present case to jury if needed
📞 Broward County Hazing Victims – Call Now
If your child has been hazed in Broward County or at any nearby university, we can help.
🚨 24/7 Legal Emergency Hotline for Broward County Families:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Free Consultation: Available via phone, video, or in-person
We Come to Broward County: For depositions, client meetings, and trials
Contingency Fee: $0 upfront – we don’t get paid unless you do
🏆 Our Commitment to Broward County Families
When you hire Attorney 911 for your Broward County hazing case, you get:
✅ Aggressive representation – We don’t back down from powerful institutions
✅ Compassionate service – We treat your family with respect and understanding
✅ Nationwide resources – Access to medical experts, investigators, and consultants
✅ Bilingual support – Se habla español – no language barriers
✅ Proven results – We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case
✅ Federal court authority – Can pursue cases in federal jurisdiction
✅ Willingness to travel – We come to Broward County for your case
✅ 24/7 availability – Hazing emergencies don’t wait for business hours
📢 Message to Broward County Fraternities and Sororities
To the fraternities and sororities operating near Broward County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapters.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi – if your chapter operates near Broward County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.
Every national fraternity with chapters near Broward County should review their hazing policies immediately. We have proven these cases can be won.
Universities near Broward 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 Broward County institutions: The Bermudez case is a warning. Clean up your chapters before we clean them out in court.
🎓 Broward County Parents – Protect Your Child
Talk to your child about hazing before they go to college:
- Explain what hazing is – It’s not just “tradition,” it’s abuse
- Encourage them to trust their instincts – If something feels wrong, it probably is
- Discuss the risks – Hazing can cause serious injury or death
- Tell them it’s okay to say no – They won’t be blacklisted from all Greek life
- Encourage reporting – Hazing is illegal and should be reported
- Give them our number – 1-888-ATTY-911 – for emergencies
Broward County families: Your child’s safety is worth more than “tradition.” Talk to them today.
🏛️ Broward County Universities – You Have a Duty to Protect Students
To the administrators at universities near Broward County:
You have a legal and moral duty to protect your students from hazing. When you fail to act, you become liable for the harm that occurs.
The University of Houston is currently being sued for $10 million because they owned the fraternity house where a student was waterboarded. They had a prior hazing incident in 2017 and did nothing to prevent it from happening again.
Broward County universities: Do you want to be next?
We urge you to:
- Conduct independent audits of all Greek organizations
- Implement real oversight – not just paper policies
- Hold organizations accountable when hazing occurs
- Remove recognition from organizations that violate the law
- Educate students about the dangers of hazing
If you don’t act, we will hold you accountable in court.
📚 Broward County Hazing Resources
🏛️ Florida Anti-Hazing Organizations:
- HazingPrevention.Org – www.hazingprevention.org
- StopHazing – www.stophazing.org
- Florida Board of Governors – www.flbog.edu
📞 Emergency Contacts for Broward County Families:
- Attorney 911 Hazing Hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
- National Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE
- Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741
📅 Broward County Hazing Events – Be Aware
Hazing often occurs during specific times of year:
| Time Period | Risk Level | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Rush | High | New pledges most vulnerable |
| Spring Rush | High | New pledges most vulnerable |
| Homecoming Week | Medium | Increased Greek life activity |
| Big/Little Week | Very High | “Big Brother” initiation rituals |
| Finals Week | Medium | Stress may lead to increased hazing |
| Holiday Breaks | Low | Less campus activity |
Broward County parents: Be especially vigilant during these high-risk periods.
🏆 Why Broward County Families Trust Attorney 911
📞 What Our Clients Say:
“Consistent communication and not one time did I call and not get a clear answer regarding my case.” – Dame Haskett
“They all go above and beyond and really care about you as a person. I never felt like ‘just another case’ they were working on.” – Ambur Hamilton
“This place feels like having a family over your case. And communication with you every step of the way.” – Kiwi Potato
“I was in a very bad vehicle accident last year… when they picked up my case they were on it it did not take a very long time for us to settle… the settlement was in my favor in my opinion they did a great job.” – Sharon Giron
Broward County families: We bring this same commitment to every hazing case.
📞 Broward County Hazing Victims – Call Now for Justice
If your child has been hazed in Broward County or at any nearby university, we can help you fight for justice.
🚨 24/7 Legal Emergency Hotline:
1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Free Consultation: Available immediately via phone or video
Contingency Fee: $0 upfront – we only get paid if we win
We Serve Broward County: From our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont – with willingness to travel
🔥 Final Message to Broward County
Broward County families: Hazing is not harmless. It’s not tradition. It’s not bonding.
It’s abuse. It’s assault. Sometimes it’s manslaughter. And it’s illegal.
The same fraternities that have killed students at Penn State, LSU, and FSU have active chapters near Broward County. The same universities that have failed to protect students operate in Florida. The same culture of silence and intimidation exists in Broward County Greek life.
But there is hope. There is accountability. There is justice.
Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now – and we’re bringing that fight to Broward County. We’re holding institutions accountable. We’re securing multi-million dollar settlements. We’re changing the culture.
If your child has been hazed, call us. If you suspect hazing, call us. If you want to protect your child from hazing, call us.
1-888-ATTY-911
Broward County families: Enough is enough.