🚨 Hazing Lawyers in Chase County, Nebraska — Protecting Students & Families
When tradition becomes torture, we fight back.
If your child has been a victim of hazing at a Chase County school, college, or university — whether in Imperial, Wauneta, Champion, or anywhere in the county — you need experienced legal representation that understands both the law and the culture of institutional abuse. Attorney 911, based in Texas but serving Chase County families nationwide, is currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — and we’re ready to bring that same aggressive advocacy to Chase County.
⚠️ Hazing in Chase County: What Families Need to Know
Chase County is home to hardworking families who send their children to college expecting them to be safe. But the truth is, hazing happens everywhere — including at schools near Chase County. The same national fraternities and sororities that operate in Lincoln, Omaha, Kearney, and across Nebraska have chapters that engage in dangerous hazing rituals. Chase County students attending college in-state or out-of-state face the same risks as students everywhere.
Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s often criminal. And when it causes physical or psychological harm, the institutions that allow it must be held accountable.
🔍 What Is Hazing? — Chase County Legal Definition
Under Nebraska law, hazing is defined as any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that:
- Endangers mental or physical health or safety
- Involves physical brutality (beatings, paddling, forced exercise)
- Involves forced consumption (alcohol, food, non-food substances)
- Involves sleep deprivation, exposure, or other dangerous activities
- Involves psychological abuse or humiliation
Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.06 makes hazing a Class II misdemeanor — punishable by up to 6 months in jail and a $1,000 fine. If the hazing results in serious bodily injury, it becomes a Class I misdemeanor — punishable by up to 1 year in jail.
Important for Chase County families: Consent is not a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law still holds the perpetrators accountable.
🏥 The Medical Consequences of Hazing — What Chase County Parents Should Watch For
Hazing can cause serious, sometimes permanent injuries. Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case was hospitalized for four days with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure after being forced to do 500 squats, 100 pushups, and other extreme exercises. Other common hazing injuries include:
| Injury Type | Symptoms | Chase County Medical Resources |
|---|---|---|
| Rhabdomyolysis | Severe muscle pain, dark/brown urine, weakness, inability to move | Chase County Community Hospital (Imperial) |
| Alcohol Poisoning | Confusion, vomiting, seizures, slow/irregular breathing, unconsciousness | Emergency care at Chase County Community Hospital |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | Headache, dizziness, memory loss, mood changes, nausea | Referral to regional trauma centers |
| Broken Bones / Fractures | Swelling, bruising, inability to use limb, deformity | Chase County Community Hospital X-ray |
| Hypothermia / Heat Stroke | Confusion, shivering (cold), red/hot skin (heat), loss of consciousness | Emergency care required |
| Psychological Trauma | PTSD, anxiety, depression, flashbacks, withdrawal | Mental health services in Chase County |
If your child shows any of these symptoms after a fraternity, sorority, or other group activity, seek medical attention immediately. Then, contact Attorney 911 at 1-888-ATTY-911 to discuss your legal options.
🏛️ Who Is Liable for Hazing in Chase County?
When hazing occurs, multiple parties can be held legally and financially responsible. In our current $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston, we are pursuing:
| Defendant Type | Why They’re Liable | Chase County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing | Any fraternity/sorority chapter near Chase County |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew of hazing culture | Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Sigma Chi, etc. — all operate near Chase County |
| University/College | Failed to prevent hazing on campus; may own property | UNL, UNK, UNO, Chadron State, Peru State, etc. |
| Housing Corporation | Owned/controlled property where hazing occurred | Fraternity/sorority houses near Chase County campuses |
| Individual Members | Participated in or facilitated hazing | Students, alumni, advisors |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes | Local Chase County alumni may be involved |
Chase County families: Even if the hazing occurred outside of Nebraska, we can pursue the responsible parties through federal court and nationwide service.
💰 What Chase County Families Can Recover
Hazing victims and their families may be entitled to significant compensation, including:
| Damage Type | What It Covers | Chase County Example |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | Hospital bills, ER visits, therapy, future treatment | Rhabdomyolysis treatment at Chase County Community Hospital |
| Lost Wages | Time missed from work during recovery | Part-time job income lost while recovering |
| Pain and Suffering | Physical pain from injuries | Pain from forced exercise, paddling, waterboarding |
| Mental Anguish | PTSD, anxiety, depression | Therapy costs for psychological trauma |
| Loss of Enjoyment | Inability to participate in normal activities | Missing college experiences due to injury |
| Punitive Damages | Punishment for egregious conduct | Waterboarding = torture; requires deterrence |
| Wrongful Death | If hazing results in death | Funeral expenses, loss of companionship |
Our current case seeks $10 million — and we have successfully obtained multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts in other personal injury cases. Chase County families deserve the same level of representation and compensation.
📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Chase County
Step 1: Ensure Safety
- Remove your child from the dangerous situation immediately
- If medical attention is needed, go to Chase County Community Hospital in Imperial
Step 2: Preserve Evidence
- Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, physical evidence
- Save all communications — texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram, emails
- Document witness names — other victims, bystanders
- Keep all medical records — hospital bills, doctor notes, therapy records
Step 3: Report the Incident
- File a police report with Chase County Sheriff’s Office or local law enforcement
- Report to the school — Title IX office, student affairs
- Report to the national organization (if applicable)
Step 4: Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- Do not sign any documents from the fraternity, sorority, or university
- Do not give statements without legal counsel
- Do not post on social media about the incident
Step 5: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
Call us at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation. We will:
- Evaluate your case
- Explain your legal rights
- Develop a strategy for maximum compensation
- Handle all communications with the other side
- Fight for Chase County families like yours
⏳ Chase County Statute of Limitations — Act Now
Under Nebraska law, you generally have 4 years from the date of the hazing incident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, evidence disappears quickly, and waiting can hurt your case.
Do not delay. If your child has been hazed, contact Attorney 911 today.
🏆 Why Chase County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Currently Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Case
We are actively litigating against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for hazing that hospitalized our client. We know how to build these cases, and we know how to win. Chase County families get the same aggressive representation.
2. Nationwide Service — We Come to Chase County
While based in Texas, we serve hazing victims across America, including Chase County. We offer:
- Video consultations for Chase County families
- Willingness to travel to Chase County for depositions and trials
- Federal court authority to pursue national organizations
3. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know their playbook — and we use it against them. This gives Chase County families a significant advantage in settlement negotiations.
4. Dual-State Licensed — Texas and New York
This allows us to pursue national fraternities and sororities headquartered anywhere in the country — including those with chapters near Chase County.
5. Se Habla Español
We serve Spanish-speaking families in Chase County with bilingual staff and attorneys. No language barriers to justice.
6. Contingency Fee — $0 Upfront
Chase County families pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case. You have nothing to lose by calling us.
7. Proven Track Record
- $10 million hazing lawsuit currently pending
- Multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases
- BP Texas City explosion litigation — mass tort experience
- Hundreds of successful cases — we know how to win
🎓 Hazing at Chase County-Area Schools: What Parents Should Know
While Chase County itself does not have a major university, many Chase County families send their children to colleges across Nebraska and the region. These are the schools where hazing commonly occurs — and where Attorney 911 can help:
| School | Location | Greek Life Presence | Hazing History Near Chase County |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) | Lincoln, NE | Major Greek system | Documented hazing incidents |
| University of Nebraska-Kearney (UNK) | Kearney, NE | Active Greek life | Hazing reports in past |
| University of Nebraska-Omaha (UNO) | Omaha, NE | Active Greek life | Hazing investigations |
| Chadron State College | Chadron, NE | Greek organizations | Hazing concerns reported |
| Peru State College | Peru, NE | Greek organizations | Hazing prevention efforts |
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | Major Greek system | Multiple hazing incidents |
| University of Wyoming | Laramie, WY | Active Greek life | Hazing violations reported |
| Kansas State University | Manhattan, KS | Major Greek system | High-profile hazing cases |
The same national fraternities and sororities that are being sued in Texas have chapters at these schools. If your Chase County child is attending college in the region, they face the same hazing risks.
🔥 The Pi Kappa Phi Case: What This Means for Chase County
This Is What Hazing Looks Like — And It’s Happening Near Chase County
In our current lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston, our client — a young man who wasn’t even a student yet — was subjected to:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
- Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups until he collapsed
- Struck with wooden paddles
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then forced to keep running
- Carrying objects of a sexual nature at all times
- Another pledge hog-tied with an object in his mouth for over an hour
- Another pledge lost consciousness during a workout
Result: Our client was hospitalized for four days with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure.
Why This Matters to Chase County Families
- Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters across America — including at schools near Chase County.
- The same “traditions” that hospitalized our client happen at Nebraska schools.
- Universities near Chase County face the same liability failures as UH.
- If your child is being hazed at a Chase County-area school, we will fight for you just like we’re fighting in Houston.
The Defendants’ Response Proves They Knew
- Pi Kappa Phi immediately closed the UH chapter when the hazing was exposed — they knew it was wrong.
- They admitted “violations” of their own policies on their website.
- They already said they “look forward to returning to campus” — showing no remorse.
This is the culture Chase County families are up against. But with Attorney 911, you have a team that knows how to fight it.
📞 Chase County Families: Contact Us Now
If your child has been hazed — in Chase County or anywhere — we can help.
📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 Email ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Visit attorney911.com
Free consultation. No upfront cost. We fight for Chase County families.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Chase County Families
Q: My child was hazed at a school outside of Nebraska. Can you still help us?
A: Yes. We represent hazing victims nationwide. If your child was hazed at any school — whether in Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, or anywhere else — we can pursue the responsible parties through federal court and nationwide service.
Q: The fraternity says my child “consented” to the hazing. Does that matter?
A: No. Under Nebraska law (and most state laws), consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the law still holds the perpetrators accountable.
Q: We’re worried about the cost of hiring a lawyer. How much does it cost?
A: $0 upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case. This means Chase County families can get top-tier legal representation without financial risk.
Q: The university says they didn’t know about the hazing. How can they be liable?
A: Universities have a duty to protect students. If they own or control the property where hazing occurs, if they have prior knowledge of hazing at their school, or if they fail to implement adequate oversight — they can be held liable. In our current case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing occurred.
Q: What if the hazing happened last year? Is it too late to sue?
A: Nebraska has a 4-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. However, evidence disappears quickly, and witnesses forget. The sooner you contact us, the stronger your case will be.
Q: My child is afraid of retaliation. How can you protect them?
A: We understand. Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution.” We take these concerns seriously. We can:
- Handle all communications with the other side
- File protective orders if necessary
- Pursue claims anonymously in some cases
- Hold institutions accountable for any retaliation
Q: What kind of compensation can we realistically expect?
A: It depends on the severity of the injuries and the egregiousness of the conduct. In our current case, we are seeking $10 million. Other hazing cases have resulted in:
- $10.1 million (Stone Foltz, Pi Kappa Alpha)
- $6.1 million jury verdict (Maxwell Gruver, Phi Delta Theta)
- $110+ million (Timothy Piazza, Beta Theta Pi)
Chase County families deserve the same level of compensation for the harm done to their children.
Q: The fraternity has already suspended the chapter. Isn’t that enough?
A: No. Suspending or closing a chapter is damage control — not justice. Our client was hospitalized, and Pi Kappa Phi’s response was to plan their comeback. Punitive damages are needed to send a message that this behavior will not be tolerated.
🚫 Common Hazing Myths — Debunked for Chase County Families
Myth 1: “Hazing is just harmless fun.”
Truth: Hazing is abuse. It causes physical injuries, psychological trauma, and sometimes death. It’s not fun. It’s not tradition. It’s assault.
Myth 2: “Only fraternities haze.”
Truth: Hazing occurs in sororities, sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, clubs, and other organizations — both on and off campus.
Myth 3: “If my child didn’t report it, they can’t sue.”
Truth: Many hazing victims don’t report due to fear, shame, or loyalty. You can still pursue legal action. The law protects victims regardless of whether they reported.
Myth 4: “Only the individuals who did the hazing can be sued.”
Truth: Universities, national organizations, housing corporations, and alumni can all be held liable if they knew or should have known about the hazing.
Myth 5: “Hazing is just a college problem.”
Truth: Hazing occurs at high schools, military academies, and even professional organizations. Chase County families with children in any organization should be aware of the risks.
Myth 6: “My child is partially at fault, so we can’t recover anything.”
Truth: Even if your child participated in some activities, the law does not allow institutions to escape liability by blaming the victim. Consent is not a defense.
Myth 7: “We have to go to court in Texas. That’s too far.”
Truth: We serve clients nationwide. We offer video consultations and travel to Chase County for key meetings and depositions. Distance is not a barrier to justice.
📢 Chase County: It’s Time to End the Silence
Hazing thrives in secrecy. It’s time to bring it into the light.
Chase County families have sent their children to college expecting them to be safe. Instead, they’re being waterboarded, forced to exercise until they collapse, and humiliated in the name of “tradition.”
This isn’t what Chase County values. Our community believes in hard work, integrity, and treating others with respect. Hazing has no place in our schools — or anywhere.
If your child has been hazed, you don’t have to stay silent. Attorney 911 is here to fight for you. We’ve seen what these institutions do when they think no one is watching. We’re watching. And we’re holding them accountable.
🏆 Our Commitment to Chase County Families
When you hire Attorney 911, you get:
✅ A team that knows hazing cases inside and out — we’re litigating one right now
✅ Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how the other side thinks
✅ Federal court authority — we can pursue national organizations anywhere
✅ Contingency fee representation — $0 upfront, we only get paid if you win
✅ Bilingual service — Se habla español
✅ Nationwide reach — we serve Chase County families no matter where the hazing occurred
✅ Aggressive advocacy — we don’t back down from powerful institutions
📞 Chase County Families: Call Now
Hazing is not tradition. It’s not bonding. It’s abuse. And it must stop.
If your child has been hazed — in Chase County or anywhere — contact Attorney 911 today.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
Free consultation. No obligation. No upfront cost. We fight for Chase County families.
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