City of Earth Hazing Lawyer: Texas Fraternity & Sorority Lawsuit Guide for Lamb County Families

Hazing at Texas Colleges: A Guide for City of Earth Parents Seeking Justice

The phone rings at 2 AM. Your child, away at college, is slurring their words. Between sobs, they describe being forced through hours of humiliating “traditions”—forced drinking, physical exhaustion, public degradation. You hear panic in their voice: “I can’t quit… they’ll make my life miserable.” For families in City of Earth and across Lamb County, this nightmare scenario represents the dangerous reality of modern hazing at Texas universities. Right now, in Houston, our firm is fighting one of the most serious hazing cases in the country, representing Leonel Bermudez in his $10 million lawsuit against the University of Houston and the Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter. This case proves that severe, life-altering hazing isn’t just happening somewhere else—it’s happening at Texas universities where Lamb County students enroll.

IMMEDIATE HELP FOR HAZING EMERGENCIES

If your child is in danger RIGHT NOW:

Call 911 for medical emergencies
Then call Attorney911: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
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In the first 48 hours:

Get medical attention immediately, even if the student insists they are “fine”
Preserve evidence BEFORE it’s deleted:
- Screenshot group chats, texts, DMs immediately
- Photograph injuries from multiple angles
- Save physical items (clothing, receipts, objects)
Write down everything while memory is fresh (who, what, when, where)
Do NOT:
- Confront the fraternity/sorority
- Sign anything from the university or insurance company
- Post details on public social media
- Let your child delete messages or “clean up” evidence

Contact an experienced hazing attorney within 24–48 hours:

Evidence disappears fast (deleted group chats, destroyed paddles, coached witnesses)
Universities move quickly to control the narrative
We can help preserve evidence and protect your child’s rights
Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for immediate consultation

Hazing in 2025: What It Really Looks Like for Texas Students

Hazing has evolved far beyond the stereotypical “pranks” of past generations. For parents in City of Earth sending children to Texas universities, understanding today’s hazing realities is crucial. Modern hazing represents systematic abuse wrapped in tradition, powered by digital control, and hidden behind social media facades.

The Three-Tier Reality of Modern Hazing

Tier 1: Subtle Hazing – The Gateway
What starts as seemingly innocent “bonding” often escalates into abuse. This includes mandatory 24/7 group chat monitoring, forced servitude (chauffeur duties, cleaning rooms), social isolation from non-members, and degrading nicknames. These tactics establish power imbalances that make escalation inevitable.

Tier 2: Harassment Hazing – The Core Experience
This is where physical and psychological harm becomes systematic. Texas students face sleep deprivation through 3 AM “meetings,” forced consumption of disgusting food combinations until vomiting, extreme calisthenics designed to cause collapse (“smokings”), and public humiliation documented on social media. The Leonel Bermudez case at UH demonstrates this tier: he was forced to carry a “pledge fanny pack” containing condoms and sex toys, endure hours-long interviews, and complete overnight driving duties for members.

Tier 3: Violent Hazing – Medical Emergencies
This is where hazing becomes life-threatening. It includes forced alcohol consumption during “Big/Little” nights, physical beatings with paddles, dangerous physical tests like blindfolded tackles, sexualized degradation, and exposure to extreme elements. Bermudez’s case escalated to this tier: he was sprayed in the face with a hose “similar to waterboarding,” forced to consume milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting, then made to immediately sprint. The November 3 workout forced him through 100+ push-ups and 500 squats, leading to his medical crisis.

Digital Hazing: The 24/7 Control System

Today’s hazing extends far beyond physical events. City of Earth parents should recognize these digital warning signs:

Group Chat Tyranny: Constant monitoring on GroupMe, WhatsApp, Discord with instant response demands
Social Media Policing: Forced posting of humiliating content, mandatory “liking” of chapter content
Location Tracking: Required sharing of real-time location via Find My Friends or Snapchat Maps
Evidence Destruction: Coaching on deleting messages, using disappearing message features

The psychological impact of this 24/7 digital control creates the perfect environment for physical hazing to thrive. Students feel constantly watched, unable to escape the organization’s influence even in their dorm rooms.

Texas Hazing Law: What Lamb County Families Need to Know

Texas has specific laws addressing hazing, but many City of Earth parents don’t realize how these laws apply to their child’s situation or why “consent” doesn’t protect perpetrators.

Texas Education Code Chapter 37: The Hazing Statute

Definition That Matters: Texas law defines hazing as any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that endangers mental or physical health for purposes of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in any student organization. This broad definition covers everything from forced drinking to psychological torment.

Critical Protections for City of Earth Families:

“Consent is Not a Defense” (Section 37.155): Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Texas law explicitly states this doesn’t excuse the hazing. Courts recognize that power imbalances and social pressure make true consent impossible.
Good-Faith Reporting Immunity: Students who report hazing or call for medical help are protected from university discipline related to underage drinking or participation.
Organizational Liability: Fraternities, sororities, and their national organizations can face criminal charges and fines up to $10,000 per violation.

Criminal vs. Civil Cases: Understanding the Dual Pathways

When hazing occurs at Texas universities, two parallel legal processes may unfold:

Criminal Prosecution (The State’s Response):

Brought by district attorneys
Focus on punishment: jail time, fines, probation
Charges can include: felony hazing (if serious injury/death), assault, furnishing alcohol to minors, manslaughter in fatal cases
Example: The Pi Delta Psi national fraternity was criminally convicted for the hazing death of Chun “Michael” Deng

Civil Litigation (Your Family’s Path to Justice):

Brought by victims and families
Focus on compensation and accountability
Claims include: negligence, wrongful death, emotional distress, institutional liability
Example: The $10 million lawsuit we filed for Leonel Bermudez seeks compensation for his rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, and ongoing trauma

The Federal Overlay: Title IX, Clery, and New National Requirements

Beyond Texas law, federal requirements create additional accountability layers:

The Stop Campus Hazing Act (2024):

Requires Texas universities receiving federal funds to publicly report hazing incidents
Mandates hazing prevention education
Creates national tracking of hazing patterns
Implementation phases through 2026

Title IX Implications:
When hazing involves sexual harassment, gender-based humiliation, or sexual assault, Title IX requires universities to investigate and take corrective action. This creates additional liability pathways for families.

Clery Act Reporting:
Universities must report hazing incidents that constitute crimes in their annual security reports, creating public records that can support civil cases.

National Hazing Cases: Patterns That Repeat at Texas Universities

The hazing that affects City of Earth students follows predictable patterns established in national tragedies. Understanding these patterns helps families recognize warning signs and builds stronger legal cases by showing “foreseeability.”

The Alcohol Poisoning Pattern: From National Tragedy to Texas Reality

Stone Foltz – Bowling Green State University, Pi Kappa Alpha (2021):
The 20-year-old pledge was forced to drink an entire bottle of whiskey during a “Big/Little” event. He died from alcohol poisoning. His family secured a $10 million settlement ($7M from Pi Kappa Alpha national, $3M from BGSU). This case matters for Texas families because Pi Kappa Alpha operates chapters at UH, Texas A&M, UT Austin, and Baylor. The same “Big/Little” tradition exists in Texas chapters.

Max Gruver – LSU, Phi Delta Theta (2017):
Forced to participate in a “Bible study” drinking game where incorrect answers mandated drinking, Gruver died with a 0.495% BAC. This led to Louisiana’s Max Gruver Act, creating felony hazing penalties. Phi Delta Theta has chapters at all five major Texas universities.

Andrew Coffey – Florida State University, Pi Kappa Phi (2017):
Died from alcohol poisoning during a “Big Brother” night where pledges were given handles of liquor. This same fraternity—Pi Kappa Phi—is the defendant in our Leonel Bermudez case at UH, showing how national patterns repeat in Texas.

Physical Hazing Patterns: From “Traditions” to Trauma

Chun “Michael” Deng – Baruch College, Pi Delta Psi (2013):
Blindfolded and tackled during a “glass ceiling” ritual at a Pennsylvania retreat, Deng suffered fatal head injuries. His death resulted in criminal convictions for the national fraternity and individual members. This case proves that off-campus “retreats” don’t protect organizations from liability—a critical lesson for Texas cases where hazing often moves to Airbnbs or remote properties.

Danny Santulli – University of Missouri, Phi Gamma Delta (2021):
During a “pledge dad reveal,” Santulli was forced to drink until he suffered permanent brain damage. He now requires 24/7 care. His family settled with 22 defendants. This case demonstrates that non-fatal hazing can cause lifelong catastrophic injuries, with settlements reflecting lifetime care costs.

Athletic Hazing: Beyond Greek Life

Northwestern University Football Program (2023-2025):
Former players alleged sexualized, racist hazing within the football program, leading to multiple lawsuits and confidential settlements. This proves hazing extends far beyond fraternities into athletic departments with similar power dynamics and secrecy.

Texas University Hazing Realities: Where City of Earth Students Are At Risk

University of Houston: The Current Crisis

The Leonel Bermudez Case – Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu Chapter:
Right now, our firm represents Leonel Bermudez in a $10 million lawsuit that shows exactly how hazing operates at UH. Between September and November 2025, Bermudez endured:

Systematic Humiliation: The “pledge fanny pack” rule requiring 24/7 carrying of condoms, sex toys, and nicotine devices
Physical Torture: Being sprayed in the face with a hose “similar to waterboarding,” forced consumption of milk/hot dogs/peppercorns until vomiting, immediate sprints after vomiting
Extreme Exercise: The November 3 workout of 100+ push-ups and 500 squats that led to his medical crisis
Medical Catastrophe: Development of rhabdomyolysis (severe muscle breakdown) and acute kidney failure, brown urine, 4-day hospitalization, risk of permanent kidney damage

UH’s Greek Ecosystem:
With 38+ fraternities and sororities across multiple councils (IFC, Panhellenic, NPHC, MGC), UH represents a microcosm of national hazing risks. The Pi Kappa Phi closure demonstrates that even chapters at major urban universities engage in dangerous hazing.

For City of Earth Families with UH Students:

Documented hazing locations include the Pi Kappa Phi house, Culmore Drive residence, and Yellowstone Boulevard Park
UHPD and Houston Police Department share jurisdiction depending on location
Civil cases typically filed in Harris County courts
Evidence preservation is critical: Group chats, medical records from Texas Medical Center, witness statements from other pledges

Texas A&M University: Tradition and Risk Collide

The Corps of Cadets Reality:
Beyond Greek life, Texas A&M’s Corps of Cadets has faced multiple hazing allegations, including a 2023 lawsuit alleging cadets were bound in “roasted pig” positions with apples in their mouths. This military-style environment creates unique hazing dynamics that families should understand.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Chemical Burns Case (2021):
Two A&M pledges allegedly suffered severe chemical burns requiring skin grafts after substances including industrial-strength cleaner were poured on them during hazing. They filed a $1 million lawsuit. SAE has faced similar allegations nationwide, showing pattern evidence.

For City of Earth Families with A&M Students:

Brazos County courts typically handle civil cases
Both university conduct processes and Corps disciplinary systems may apply
Evidence includes not just digital communications but also Corps training materials and tradition manuals
Medical documentation is crucial: College Station medical facilities see hazing injuries regularly

University of Texas at Austin: Transparency and Continued Problems

UT’s Public Hazing Log – A Valuable Resource:
Unlike many universities, UT maintains a public hazing violations page showing ongoing issues:

Pi Kappa Alpha (2023): New members directed to consume milk and perform strenuous calisthenics, resulting in probation
Texas Wranglers (multiple years): Spirit group sanctions for forced workouts and alcohol-related hazing
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (2024): Australian exchange student alleged assault resulting in broken bones, leading to lawsuit

For City of Earth Families with UT Students:

Travis County courts handle civil litigation
_Both UTPD and Austin PD may investigate
UT’s public hazing log provides powerful pattern evidence for civil cases
The urban campus environment means hazing often occurs in West Campus houses with potential landlord liability

Southern Methodist University: Private University Realities

Kappa Alpha Order Suspension (2017):
SMU’s KA chapter was suspended for paddling, forced drinking, and sleep deprivation. The chapter faced recruiting restrictions through 2021. KA has faced similar issues at universities nationwide.

SMU’s Greek Life Dynamics:
As a private university with affluent student population, SMU’s hazing often involves off-campus houses in University Park and Highland Park, creating jurisdictional complexities.

For City of Earth Families with SMU Students:

Dallas County courts typically handle litigation
SMU’s private status affects public records availability
Discovery is crucial: Subpoenaing internal university investigations often reveals more than public statements
Highland Park and University Park police departments may have jurisdiction over off-campus incidents

Baylor University: Religious Identity and Hazing Realities

Baylor Baseball Hazing (2020):
14 players were suspended following hazing investigations. This demonstrates that hazing permeates athletic programs at religious-affiliated universities too.

Baylor’s Greek and Athletic Culture:
Despite religious branding, Baylor faces similar hazing challenges as secular universities. The 2020 baseball case shows that “zero tolerance” policies don’t prevent incidents.

For City of Earth Families with Baylor Students:

McLennan County courts handle civil cases
Baylor’s prior sexual assault scandal created institutional sensitivity that affects hazing response
Waco police and Baylor Department of Public Safety share jurisdiction
Pattern evidence matters: Baylor’s history of handling misconduct allegations can support negligence claims

The Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine: How We Track Fraternity and Sorority Entities

At Attorney911, we maintain comprehensive data on Texas Greek organizations because accountability requires knowing exactly who controls what. This intelligence matters for City of Earth families because fraternity liability often extends through complex corporate structures.

Texas Greek Organization Network: The Hidden Entities

Our Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine tracks 1,423 Greek-related organizations across 25 Texas metros. For Lamb County families, this means we can identify every entity that might share liability for hazing incidents:

IRS B83 Registered Entities (Tax-Exempt Greek Organizations):

Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu Fraternity Housing Corporation Inc. – EIN 462267515, Frisco, TX 75035
Beta Upsilon Chi – EIN 742911848, Fort Worth, TX 76244
Texas Kappa Sigma Educational Foundation Inc. – EIN 741380362, Fort Worth, TX 76147
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority – EIN 364091267, Waco, TX 76710
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity Inc. – EIN 475370943, Houston, TX 77204

Metro Concentration in Key University Areas:

Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land Metro: 188 Greek organizations
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro: 510 Greek organizations
Austin-Round Rock Metro: 154 Greek organizations
College Station-Bryan Metro: 42 Greek organizations
Waco Metro: 27 Greek organizations

Why This Data Matters for Your Case

When hazing occurs, multiple entities may share liability:

Local Chapter: The operating student organization
Housing Corporation: Often a separate legal entity that owns property
Alumni Corporation: May control finances and oversight
National Headquarters: Sets policies, collects dues, provides insurance
University: Provides recognition, oversight, and sometimes property

Our ability to immediately identify these entities gives City of Earth families a significant advantage in investigations and settlement negotiations.

Building a Hazing Case: Evidence, Strategy, and Realistic Expectations

The Evidence That Wins Cases

Digital Evidence – The Modern Smoking Gun:

Group Chats: GroupMe, WhatsApp, Discord conversations showing planning, coordination, and admissions
Deleted Message Recovery: Digital forensics can often recover “disappearing” messages
Social Media: Instagram stories, Snapchat posts, TikTok videos documenting hazing events
Location Data: GPS trails showing movement to hazing locations

Medical Documentation – Proving Harm:

Immediate Care Records: ER reports showing intoxication levels, injuries, initial diagnoses
Specialist Documentation: Nephrologist records for kidney damage, orthopedic records for injuries
Psychological Evaluation: PTSD, depression, anxiety diagnoses from mental health professionals
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Life Care Plans: For catastrophic injuries requiring lifelong care

Institutional Records – Pattern Evidence:

University Conduct Files: Prior violations by same organization
National Fraternity Records: Previous hazing incidents at other chapters
Insurance Policies: Coverage that may apply to your claim
Property Records: Who owned/controlled the hazing location

The Damages Hazing Victims Can Recover

Economic Damages (Quantifiable Losses):

Medical Expenses: Past and future treatment costs
Lost Educational Opportunity: Tuition for interrupted education, lost scholarships
Diminished Earning Capacity: For permanent injuries affecting career prospects
Therapy Costs: Psychological treatment for PTSD and trauma

Non-Economic Damages (Quality of Life Impact):

Pain and Suffering: Physical pain from injuries
Emotional Distress: Humiliation, anxiety, depression
Loss of Enjoyment: Inability to participate in college life
Reputational Harm: Social stigma from publicized hazing

Wrongful Death Damages (For Families):

Funeral Costs: Burial and memorial expenses
Loss of Companionship: Parent-child relationship destruction
Economic Support Loss: Future contributions deceased would have made

Settlement Realities: What Texas Cases Actually Achieve

Based on national precedents, City of Earth families should understand realistic outcomes:

Recent National Settlements:

Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha): $10 million total settlement
Max Gruver (Phi Delta Theta): $6.1 million verdict plus confidential settlements
Chad Meredith (Kappa Sigma): $12.6 million jury verdict
Sigma Chi (College of Charleston): $10+ million settlement

Texas-Specific Considerations:

Public universities (UH, Texas A&M, UT) have sovereign immunity limitations but still settle significant cases
Private universities (SMU, Baylor) have greater exposure
National fraternities often carry substantial insurance coverage
Individual members may have personal liability, especially officers

Practical Guidance for City of Earth Parents and Students

For Parents: The Warning Signs Checklist

Physical Indicators:
• Unexplained bruises, burns, or injuries
• Extreme fatigue beyond normal college stress
• Sudden weight changes
• Signs of alcohol poisoning (slurred speech, vomiting, confusion)

Behavioral Changes:
• New secretiveness about organizational activities
• Withdrawal from family and non-Greek friends
• Personality shifts: anxiety, depression, irritability
• Constant phone monitoring for group chat messages

Academic Red Flags:
• Grades dropping suddenly
• Missing classes or falling asleep in class
• Losing scholarships or academic standing

Digital Patterns:
• 24/7 group chat participation
• Anxiety when phone buzzes
• Deleting messages or browser history obsessively
• Geo-location tracking apps appearing

For Students: Is This Hazing? Decision Guide

Ask yourself these questions:

Am I being pressured to do something I don’t want to do?
Would I do this if I had a real choice without social consequences?
Is this activity dangerous, degrading, or illegal?
Would my parents or university approve if they knew the details?
Are older members making me do things they don’t have to do?
Am I being told to keep secrets or lie about activities?

If you answered YES to any question, it’s likely hazing. Texas law protects you even if you “agreed” under pressure.

Critical Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Case

MISTAKE #1: Letting your child delete messages or “clean up” evidence

Why it’s wrong: Looks like cover-up, can be obstruction of justice
What to do instead: Preserve everything immediately

MISTAKE #2: Confronting the fraternity/sorority directly

Why it’s wrong: Triggers evidence destruction and witness coaching
What to do instead: Document first, call a lawyer before any confrontation

MISTAKE #3: Signing university “resolution” forms

Why it’s wrong: May waive your right to sue
What to do instead: Have an attorney review everything before signing

MISTAKE #4: Posting details on social media

Why it’s wrong: Defense attorneys screenshot everything; inconsistencies hurt credibility
What to do instead: Let your lawyer control public messaging

MISTAKE #5: Waiting “to see how the university handles it”

Why it’s wrong: Evidence disappears, statute of limitations runs
What to do instead: Preserve evidence NOW; consult lawyer immediately

Why Attorney911 for Texas Hazing Cases

The Insurance Insider Advantage: Lupe Peña’s Defense Background

Mr. Lupe Peña, our associate attorney, spent years as an insurance defense attorney at a national firm. He knows exactly how fraternity and university insurance companies operate:

How they value (and undervalue) hazing claims
Their delay tactics and settlement strategies
How they use Independent Medical Exams (IMEs) to reduce value
Their coverage exclusion arguments

This insider knowledge gives City of Earth families a critical advantage. As Mr. Peña explains, “We know their playbook because we used to run it.”

Complex Institutional Litigation Experience: Facing Billion-Dollar Defendants

Managing partner Ralph Manginello has taken on some of the largest institutional defendants in Texas:

BP Texas City Explosion Litigation: One of few Texas firms involved in this billion-dollar litigation
Federal Court Experience: Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
HCCLA Membership: Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association credential signals elite criminal defense capability

“We’ve faced billion-dollar corporations and won,” says Manginello. “National fraternities and universities with unlimited legal budgets don’t intimidate us.”

Dual Civil/Criminal Hazing Expertise

Unlike many personal injury firms, we understand both sides of hazing cases:

Criminal Defense: Ralph’s HCCLA membership means we understand criminal hazing charges
Civil Litigation: Our wrongful death experience includes multi-million dollar results
Witness Coordination: We can advise former members and witnesses with potential criminal exposure

This dual capability is crucial when hazing involves both criminal charges and civil claims.

Investigative Depth: Uncovering What Organizations Try to Hide

Our investigative approach includes:

Digital Forensics: Recovering deleted group chats and social media evidence
Pattern Evidence Research: Documenting prior incidents at same chapter and nationally
Expert Network: Medical professionals, economists, psychologists, Greek life experts
Public Records Mastery: Obtaining university conduct files, insurance policies, property records

“We investigate like your child’s life depends on it,” says Manginello, “because in hazing cases, it often does.”

Call to Action: City of Earth Families Deserve Answers and Accountability

Your Free, Confidential Consultation

If hazing has affected your family, we offer a no-obligation consultation to:

Listen to your story without judgment
Review evidence you’ve preserved (texts, photos, medical records)
Explain legal options: criminal reporting, civil lawsuit, or both
Discuss realistic timelines and what to expect
Answer questions about costs (contingency fee – we don’t get paid unless we win)

Clear Contact Options

Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
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What Makes Our Approach Different

We Don’t Settle Cheap:
Our BP Texas City litigation experience taught us how to build cases that force accountability, not just quick settlements. We work with economists to value lifetime care needs and future earning losses.

We Protect Privacy:
We understand the stigma hazing victims face. We pursue confidential settlements when possible and fight for sealed court records to protect your family’s privacy.

We Prevent Future Harm:
Each case we handle creates pressure for institutional reform. The Leonel Bermudez case has already shut down the Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter. We believe accountability today prevents tragedies tomorrow.

City of Earth Families: You’re Not Alone

Whether your child attends UH, Texas A&M, UT Austin, SMU, Baylor, or any Texas university, hazing’s impact reaches into Lamb County homes. The isolation and fear hazing creates can make families feel helpless. We’re here to tell you: you have rights, you have options, and you have advocates who know how to fight institutional power.

The Pi Kappa Phi case at UH proves that even in 2025, with all the awareness and policies, dangerous hazing continues. It also proves that determined legal action can shut down dangerous organizations and secure compensation for victims.

Frequently Asked Questions for Texas Families

Q: Can we sue a university for hazing in Texas?
A: Yes, under specific circumstances. Public universities (UH, Texas A&M, UT) have sovereign immunity limitations, but exceptions exist for gross negligence, Title IX violations, and when suing individuals. Private universities (SMU, Baylor) have fewer protections. Each case requires specific analysis.

Q: Is hazing a felony in Texas?
A: It can be. Texas law makes hazing a Class B misdemeanor by default but upgrades it to a state jail felony if serious bodily injury or death occurs.

Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?
A: Generally 2 years from injury or death, but the discovery rule may extend this if harm wasn’t immediately apparent. Time is critical – evidence disappears quickly.

Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?
A: Location doesn’t eliminate liability. Universities and nationals can still be liable based on sponsorship, control, and foreseeability.

Q: Will my child’s name be public?
A: Most cases settle confidentially. We prioritize family privacy while pursuing accountability.

Take the First Step Toward Justice

The call you don’t want to make at 2 AM is different from the call you choose to make for justice. If hazing has impacted your family, don’t let fear, shame, or institutional pressure silence you. The national cases prove change only happens when families demand accountability.

Right now, in Texas courtrooms, we’re proving that universities and national fraternities can be held responsible. The Leonel Bermudez case shows that even the most severe hazing can be challenged successfully.

Call us today at 1-888-ATTY-911. Let us listen to your story, explain your rights, and help you decide the best path forward for your family. You don’t have to face this alone, and you shouldn’t have to fight powerful institutions without experienced advocates.

The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC / Attorney911
Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas
Legal Emergency Lawyers™

Legal Disclaimer

This article is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC.

Hazing laws, university policies, and legal precedents can change. The information in this guide is current as of late 2025 but may not reflect the most recent developments. Every hazing case is unique, and outcomes depend on the specific facts, evidence, applicable law, and many other factors.

If you or your child has been affected by hazing, we strongly encourage you to consult with a qualified Texas attorney who can review your specific situation, explain your legal rights, and advise you on the best course of action for your family.

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