Hazing Lawyer in Butler County, AL – Protecting Students & Families from Greek Life Abuse

Attorney 911 – Fighting for Hazing Victims Across Alabama & Nationwide

If your child was hazed in Butler County, Alabama—whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or other student organization—you are not alone. Hazing is not “tradition.” It is abuse, assault, and often a crime. And if it caused physical or emotional harm, you have legal rights.

At Attorney 911, we are actively litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for a student who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This same fraternity—and others like it—operate chapters near Butler County, putting students at risk.

We will fight for Butler County families with the same aggression.

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Why Hazing in Butler County is a Legal Emergency

1. Hazing is Illegal in Alabama

Alabama law (Ala. Code § 16-1-23) defines hazing as any act that endangers the mental or physical health of a student for initiation into an organization. Consent is not a defense—even if your child agreed to participate, the law still holds perpetrators accountable.

2. Universities & Greek Organizations Can Be Held Liable

If a fraternity, sorority, or university near Butler County knew—or should have known—about hazing and failed to stop it, they can be sued for negligence. Our firm is currently pursuing:

• National fraternity/sorority organizations (for failing to supervise chapters)
• Local chapters (for directly organizing hazing)
• Universities (for failing to protect students, especially if they own the fraternity house)
• Individual members (for participating in or enabling abuse)

3. Hazing Causes Real Harm—And Real Compensation

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys.” It leads to:
✔ Physical injuries (rhabdomyolysis, broken bones, alcohol poisoning, sexual assault)
✔ Emotional trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide risk)
✔ Wrongful death (since 2000, at least one hazing death has occurred every year in the U.S.)

Butler County families deserve justice. Our firm has secured millions in hazing settlements, including:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz, Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
• $6.1 million (Max Gruver, Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza, Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)

We are ready to fight for your case.

What Counts as Hazing in Butler County?

Alabama’s hazing laws cover a wide range of dangerous activities, including:

If your child experienced any of these—or was pressured into dangerous activities—we can help.

Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Butler County?

1. The Fraternity/Sorority Itself

• Local chapter (directly organized hazing)
• National organization (failed to supervise, ignored prior incidents)

2. The University or College

• If they owned the fraternity house (like UH did in our case)
• If they knew about hazing and did nothing
• If they failed to enforce anti-hazing policies

3. Individual Members & Leaders

• Chapter president, pledgemaster, officers (can be held personally liable)
• Active members (participated in or enabled hazing)
• Former members & alumni (hosted hazing events)

4. Insurance Companies

• Fraternities, universities, and individuals often have liability insurance that covers hazing claims.

We know how to find the money—and we will.

What Damages Can Butler County Families Recover?

If your child was hazed, you may be entitled to compensation for:

In Alabama, there is NO CAP on pain and suffering damages—meaning juries can award millions for severe hazing cases.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Butler County

1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately

• Even if injuries seem minor, rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, and head trauma can be life-threatening.
• Get everything documented—hospital records, doctor’s notes, photos of injuries.

2. Preserve Evidence

• Save all texts, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, and social media posts about hazing.
• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any objects used (paddles, hoses, etc.).
• Get witness names (other pledges, bystanders).

3. Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone

• They will try to control the narrative, destroy evidence, or pressure your child to stay silent.
• Anything your child says can be used against them in a lawsuit.

4. Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately

• Alabama has a 2-year statute of limitations—if you wait too long, you lose your right to sue.
• Evidence disappears fast—texts get deleted, witnesses forget, organizations cover up.
• We work on contingency—you pay $0 upfront, and we only get paid if we win.

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Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Butler County Hazing Case?

1. We Are Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW

• We are actively litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
• Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure—just like what happens at Alabama schools.
• We know how to win these cases.

2. We Have Insider Knowledge of Greek Life

• Both of our attorneys are former insurance defense lawyers—we know how fraternities, universities, and insurers try to avoid liability.
• We’ve handled hazing cases involving Kappa Sigma, Texas A&M, and rhabdomyolysis injuries—we understand the culture and the legal strategies.

3. We Serve Butler County & All of Alabama

• While we’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, TX, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including Butler County.
• We offer video consultations and will travel to Butler County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
• Federal court authority allows us to sue national fraternities in any state.

4. We Work on Contingency—No Upfront Costs

• You pay $0 unless we win your case.
• We advance all costs (medical records, expert witnesses, court fees).
• Our fee comes from the settlement—you keep the rest.

5. We Care About Your Family

• We’ve seen what hazing does to students and families.
• We don’t just see your child as a “case”—we see them as a person who deserves justice.
• We will fight aggressively to hold the responsible parties accountable.

Butler County Hazing Cases We Handle

We represent victims of hazing in:
✅ Fraternities & sororities (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, etc.)
✅ Sports teams (football, baseball, cheerleading, etc.)
✅ Marching bands & ROTC programs
✅ Honor societies & student clubs
✅ Military academies & prep schools

If your child was hazed in Butler County—or anywhere in Alabama—we can help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing Lawsuits in Butler County

1. Can I sue if my child “consented” to hazing?

Yes. Alabama law (Ala. Code § 16-1-23) explicitly states that consent is not a defense. Even if your child agreed to participate, the law still holds perpetrators accountable.

2. How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

• 2 years from the date of injury (Alabama statute of limitations).
• If your child was a minor, the clock may start when they turn 18.
• Do not wait—evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

3. Can I sue if the hazing happened off-campus?

Yes. Alabama’s hazing law applies on or off campus. If hazing occurred at a private home, fraternity house, or other location, you can still sue.

4. What if the fraternity claims it was just “tradition”?

“Tradition” is not an excuse for abuse. Courts have repeatedly ruled that hazing is illegal, regardless of how long it’s been happening.

5. Will my child get in trouble for reporting hazing?

No. Alabama has immunity laws protecting students who report hazing in good faith. Additionally, we protect our clients’ confidentiality.

6. How much is my hazing case worth?

Every case is different, but severe hazing cases often settle for millions. Factors include:

• Severity of injuries (hospitalization, permanent damage, death)
• Whether the university or national organization knew about prior hazing
• Whether there was a cover-up
• The egregiousness of the conduct (waterboarding, forced drinking, etc.)

Our firm has secured $10M+ in hazing settlements—we will fight for maximum compensation.

7. Can I sue if my child was hazed at a private school or college?

Yes. Private schools and universities have the same duty to protect students from hazing. We can sue them for negligence.

8. What if the fraternity tries to intimidate my child into silence?

• This is illegal. Retaliation against hazing victims is a violation of Alabama law.
• We will protect your child—fraternities cannot silence victims.
• Document all threats and report them to us immediately.

Butler County Universities & Greek Life: The Hazing Risk

While Butler County itself is a smaller community, students from the area often attend universities where hazing is a known problem, including:

Nearby Universities with Greek Life:

• Troy University (Troy, AL – ~30 miles from Butler County)
  • Active fraternities: Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Phi Delta Theta
  • Active sororities: Alpha Delta Pi, Chi Omega, Delta Zeta, Kappa Delta
• Auburn University (Auburn, AL – ~90 miles)
  • One of the largest Greek systems in the U.S.
  • Recent hazing incidents reported
• University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL – ~120 miles)
  • Major Greek life presence
  • Past hazing scandals
• Alabama State University (Montgomery, AL – ~60 miles)
  • Active Greek organizations
  • Hazing incidents reported in past

National Fraternities Operating in Alabama:

If your child was hazed at any of these schools—or any fraternity in Alabama—we can help.

The Message to Butler County Fraternities: We Are Watching

To fraternities operating near Butler County, Alabama:

We are coming for you.

• The same legal strategies that secured $10M+ verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
• We track your corporate structures, insurance policies, and hazing histories.
• If you haze students in Butler County, we will sue you, your national organization, and your university.

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Phi Delta Theta—if your chapter operates near Butler County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.

The UH chapter that waterboarded our client? Shut down. The LSU chapter that killed Max Gruver? Held accountable. The BGSU chapter that killed Stone Foltz? Ordered to pay $10.1 million.

Your chapter could be next.

Butler County Families: You Are Not Powerless

Hazing leaves victims and families feeling shamed, isolated, and afraid to speak up. But you are not alone.

We have seen what fraternities do to students. We are fighting back.

If your child was hazed in Butler County, Alabama, or at a nearby university:
📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation.
📧 Email ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Visit attorney911.com

We will travel to Butler County. We will fight for your family. And we will make them pay.

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Don’t let the fraternity, university, or insurance company silence your child. Contact Attorney 911 today.

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