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February 12, 2026 26 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Hazing Lawsuits for Families in City of Maud, Texas

If Your Child Was Hazed at a Texas University, You Are Not Alone

The phone rings late at night. Your child, a college student you sent off to University of Houston, Texas A&M, or another Texas campus just months ago, is on the other end. Their voice is shaky. They’re talking about “mandatory events,” extreme exhaustion, and injuries they’re ashamed to explain. As a parent in City of Maud, Bowie County, your heart sinks. The dream of a bright college future is colliding with a terrifying reality: your child may be a victim of hazing.

Right now, in Houston, our firm is fighting one of the most serious hazing cases in Texas. We represent Leonel Bermudez, a University of Houston student who suffered rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure after alleged hazing by the Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter. According to media reports, his ordeal included forced consumption of food until vomiting, hours-long physical workouts, and degrading “pledge fanny pack” requirements. He was hospitalized for four days with brown urine—a classic sign of muscle breakdown. This $10 million lawsuit names UH, Pi Kappa Phi national headquarters, and 13 individual fraternity leaders.

This isn’t an isolated incident. It’s happening across Texas, affecting families from small towns like Maud to major cities. If you’re a Maud parent with a child at any Texas university, this guide is for you. We’ll explain what hazing really looks like in 2025, your legal rights under Texas law, and how families in Bowie County and throughout Texas can seek accountability.

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)
    e provide immediate help – that’s why we’re the Legal Emergency Lawyers™

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 in Texas

For Maud families whose children may be hours away at college, understanding modern hazing is critical. It’s evolved far beyond stereotypes.

The Three Tiers of Hazing

Tier 1: Subtle Hazing – Often dismissed as “tradition” but creates power imbalance:

  • 24/7 group chat monitoring with instant response demands
  • Mandatory chauffeuring of older members at all hours
  • “Pledge duties” like cleaning houses, running personal errands
  • Social isolation from non-members and family
    3eo-tracking requirements via phone apps

Tier 2: Harassment Hazing – Causes measurable harm:

  • Sleep deprivation through late-night “meetings” or 3 AM wake-up calls
  • Food/water restriction or forced consumption of unpleasant substances
  • Extreme calisthenics (“smokings”) – 100+ push-ups, 500+ squats like in the UH case
  • Public humiliation on social media or in group settings
  • Verbal abuse and threats of expulsion for non-compliance

Tier 3: Violent Hazing – High risk of serious injury or death:

  • Forced alcohol consumption games (“lineups,” “Big/Little” nights)
  • Physical beatings, paddling, or “branding”
  • Dangerous physical tests (blindfolded tackles, extreme exposure)
  • Sexualized hazing including forced nudity or simulated acts
  • Kidnapping or restraint (as alleged in the UH case where a pledge was hog-tied)

Where Hazing Happens in Texas

Maud families should know hazing isn’t limited to fraternity houses:

  • Fraternities & Sororities (IFC, Panhellenic, NPHC, Multicultural)
  • Corps of Cadets & ROTC Programs (particularly at Texas A&M)
  • Athletic Teams (football, basketball, baseball, cheer)
  • Spirit & Tradition Groups (Texas Cowboys, song leaders, etc.)
  • Marching Bands & Performance Groups
  • Academic & Honors Societies

The common thread: any group where new members seek acceptance and older members control access.

Texas Hazing Law: What Maud Families Need to Know

Texas has specific laws governing hazing that apply whether your child is at UH in Houston or Texas A&M in College Station.

Texas Education Code Chapter 37: The Hazing Statute

Definition: Hazing means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, on or off campus, directed against a student that:

  • Endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student
  • Occurs for purposes of pledging, initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership

Key Provisions for Maud Families:

  • Criminal Penalties: Ranges from Class B misdemeanor to state jail felony if serious bodily injury or death occurs
  • Consent is NOT a Defense: Texas law explicitly states victim “consent” doesn’t matter
  • Organizational Liability: Fraternities/sororities can be fined up to $10,000 per violation
  • Good-Faith Reporting Immunity: Those who report hazing or call for medical help have protections
  • University Reporting Requirements: Texas colleges must publish annual hazing violation reports

Criminal vs. Civil Cases: Two Paths to Justice

Criminal Cases:

  • Brought by the state (prosecutor)
  • Aim: Punishment (jail, fines, probation)
  • Common charges: Hazing, furnishing alcohol to minors, assault, manslaughter in fatal cases

Civil Cases:

  • Brought by victims/families
  • Aim: Compensation and accountability
  • Focus: Negligence, wrongful death, negligent supervision, emotional distress

Critical Insight: These can run simultaneously. A criminal conviction isn’t required for civil action, and vice versa.

Federal Overlay: Additional Protections

  • Stop Campus Hazing Act (2024): Requires colleges receiving federal aid to report incidents transparently and strengthen prevention (phasing in through 2026)
  • Title IX: Applies when hazing involves sexual harassment or gender-based hostility
  • Clery Act: Requires reporting of certain crimes that often overlap with hazing

National Hazing Cases: Patterns That Repeat in Texas

The tragedies at universities nationwide show predictable patterns that Maud families should recognize.

Alcohol Poisoning & Death Pattern

Timothy Piazza – Penn State, Beta Theta Pi (2017): Bid-acceptance drinking, delayed medical care, dozens of criminal charges. Result: Pennsylvania’s Timothy J. Piazza Anti-Hazing Law.

Max Gruver – LSU, Phi Delta Theta (2017): “Bible study” drinking game, fatal alcohol toxicity. Result: Louisiana’s Max Gruver Act (felony hazing statute).

Stone Foltz – Bowling Green State, Pi Kappa Alpha (2021): Forced to drink nearly a full bottle of whiskey. Result: $10 million settlement ($7M from national, ~$3M from university).

Andrew Coffey – Florida State, Pi Kappa Phi (2017): Big/Little night with handle of liquor. Result: FSU temporarily suspended all Greek life.

Physical & Ritualized Hazing Pattern

Chun “Michael” Deng – Baruch College, Pi Delta Psi (2013): Blindfolded “glass ceiling” ritual at retreat, fatal head injuries, delayed help. Result: National fraternity convicted, banned from Pennsylvania for 10 years.

Danny Santulli – University of Missouri, Phi Gamma Delta (2021): Pledge dad reveal drinking, severe permanent brain damage (cannot walk, talk, or see). Result: Settlements with 22 defendants, reportedly multi-million dollar.

What These Cases Mean for Maud Families

These national precedents matter because:

  • The same fraternities operate at Texas universities
  • The same insurance companies provide coverage nationwide
  • The same defense tactics get deployed everywhere
  • Texas courts consider these patterns when determining foreseeability and negligence

Texas University Focus: Where Maud Students Attend

Maud families in Bowie County typically send students to universities throughout Texas. Understanding each campus’s Greek ecosystem and history is crucial.

University of Houston: The Current Frontline

For Maud Families: UH is approximately 200 miles from Maud, accessible via I-30 and I-45. Many East Texas students choose UH for its urban opportunities and strong programs.

Current Active Case – Leonel Bermudez v. UH & Pi Kappa Phi:
Our firm represents Bermudez in a $10 million lawsuit alleging severe hazing in fall 2025. Key allegations include:

  • “Pledge fanny pack” with humiliating contents required 24/7
  • Forced consumption of milk, hot dogs, peppercorns until vomiting
  • Extreme workouts (100+ push-ups, 500 squats) leading to rhabdomyolysis
  • Hose spraying “similar to waterboarding”
  • Another pledge hog-tied face-down with object in mouth
  • Hospitalization with acute kidney failure

UH Greek Life Context:
UH hosts 60+ Greek organizations across four councils. The Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter was suspended November 6, 2025, and members voted to surrender their charter November 14, 2025.

What Maud Families Should Know:

  • UHPD and Houston Police Department would have jurisdiction
  • Civil suits typically filed in Harris County courts
  • UH maintains hazing violation records (though less transparent than UT’s public log)

Texas A&M University: Corps Culture and Greek Life

For Maud Families: Approximately 170 miles from Maud via US-82 and I-30. Many Bowie County students choose A&M for its reputation and Corps tradition.

Recent Notable Cases:

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Chemical Burns Lawsuit (2021):

  • Pledges allegedly covered in substances including industrial-strength cleaner
  • Severe chemical burns requiring skin graft surgeries
  • $1 million lawsuit filed, fraternity suspended

Corps of Cadets “Roasted Pig” Case (2023):

  • Cadet alleged being bound between beds in degrading position with apple in mouth
  • Sought over $1 million in damages
  • A&M stated it handled matter under internal rules

Texas A&M Greek Life Context:
One of nation’s largest Greek systems with particular Corps overlap. The 2021 SAE case demonstrates how chemical hazing represents evolving dangerous methods.

University of Texas at Austin: Transparency and Tradition

For Maud Families: Approximately 250 miles from Maud via I-30 and I-35. UT’s prestige attracts students statewide.

UT’s Public Hazing Violations Page:
UT maintains one of Texas’ most transparent hazing disclosure systems at hazing.utexas.edu.

Recent Examples from Public Log:

  • Pi Kappa Alpha (2023): New members directed to consume milk and perform strenuous calisthenics. Sanction: Probation, hazing prevention education.
  • Texas Wranglers (multiple years): Sanctioned for forced workouts, alcohol-related hazing.
  • Various fraternities for “likely to cause mental/physical discomfort” activities.

Why This Matters for Maud Families:
Prior violations on UT’s public log can strongly support civil suits by showing patterns and institutional knowledge.

Southern Methodist University: Private Campus Dynamics

For Maud Families: Approximately 150 miles from Maud via I-30. SMU’s private status and Dallas location attract students seeking urban private education.

Kappa Alpha Order Incident (2017):

  • New members reportedly paddled, forced to drink, sleep deprived
  • Chapter suspended, recruiting restricted until approximately 2021

SMU Greek Context:
Strong Greek presence with affluent demographic. Private university status affects transparency but doesn’t eliminate liability.

Baylor University: Religious Identity and Scrutiny

For Maud Families: Approximately 200 miles from Maud via I-30 and I-35. Baylor’s religious affiliation attracts many East Texas families.

Baylor Baseball Hazing (2020):

  • 14 players suspended following hazing investigation
  • Suspensions staggered over early season

Broader Context:
Baylor’s recent history with Title IX and sexual assault scandals creates complex oversight environment for hazing cases.

The Greek Ecosystem Serving Maud Families: Public Records Reality

As hazing attorneys, we maintain what we call the Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine – a comprehensive database of Greek organizations operating in Texas. For Maud families, understanding this ecosystem is crucial.

Public Records: Fraternities, Sororities & Greek Organizations Connected to Maud Families

We track 1,423 Greek-related organizations across 25 Texas metros. While Maud itself is a small Bowie County community, your children connect to this vast network when they join Greek life at Texas universities.

Relevant Metro: Texarkana Metropolitan Area
Though Maud isn’t in the Texarkana metro proper, it’s the closest major metro area in our database. This region shows how Greek organizations operate across state lines in border communities.

Major Universities Maud Families Attend:

  1. Texas A&M University-Texarkana – Bowie County’s only public university
  2. University of Arkansas (just across state line) – Many East Texas students attend
  3. Texas A&M University (College Station) – Major destination for Bowie County students
  4. University of Texas at Austin – Attracts high-achieving students statewide
  5. University of Houston – Growing destination for East Texas students
  6. Texas Tech University – Popular for West Texas-bound students
  7. Stephen F. Austin State University – Nearby Nacogdoches option

Sample Greek Organizations from Texas Public Records

These examples show the type of organizational data we maintain. This isn’t an accusation against these organizations – it’s simply illustrating the public records landscape.

Texas-Registered Greek Entities (IRS B83 Data):

  • Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity Inc – EIN 475370943 – 5019 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX 77204 (IRS B83 filing)
  • Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Housing Corporation Inc – EIN 462267515 – 10601 Big Horn Trl, Frisco, TX 75035 (IRS B83 filing) Note: This is the housing corporation for the UH chapter involved in current litigation
  • Kappa Sigma – Mu Gamma Chapter Inc – EIN 273662583 – 1416 Sleepy Hollow Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904 (IRS B83 filing)
  • Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi – EIN 352335400 – 3900 University Blvd, Tyler, TX 75799 (IRS B83 filing for University of Texas at Tyler chapter)
  • Sigma Phi Lambda Inc – EIN 260805977 – 4251 FM 2181 Ste 230 PMB 480, Corinth, TX 76210 (IRS B83 filing for Alpha Alpha Chapter)

Cause IQ Metro Organization Examples:

  • Delta Kappa Gamma Society chapters – Texarkana metro area (educators’ society)
  • Alpha Phi Omega – TAMU Texarkana Colony – Texarkana metro
  • Beta Upsilon Chi Fraternity – Fort Worth, TX (DFW metro – 12650 N Beach St #30, Suite 114, Fort Worth, TX 76244)
  • Texas District of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity – Houston, TX (Houston metro alumni/house corp.)

Why This Data Matters for Maud Families:
When hazing occurs, these organizations often have insurance coverage, assets, and legal responsibility. Our directory helps ensure we identify every potentially liable entity from day one.

Building a Hazing Case: Evidence, Strategy, and Damages

When Maud families come to us after a hazing incident, here’s how we build their case.

Critical Evidence Categories

1. Digital Communications (Most Important):

  • GroupMe, WhatsApp, iMessage threads showing planning and coordination
  • Deleted message recovery through digital forensics
  • Social media posts, Instagram Stories, TikTok videos documenting events
  • Location data and timestamps

2. Medical Documentation:

  • ER records stating “hazing” as cause of injury
  • Toxicology reports and blood alcohol levels
  • Specialist evaluations for ongoing conditions
  • Psychological assessments for PTSD, depression, anxiety

3. Physical Evidence:

  • Photographs of injuries (with scale and date references)
  • Clothing with stains or damage
  • Objects used in hazing (paddles, props, alcohol containers)
  • Receipts for forced purchases

4. Institutional Records:

  • University conduct files (obtained through discovery)
  • National fraternity risk management reports
  • Prior incident reports and disciplinary history
  • Insurance policies and coverage documents

Damages: What Maud Families Can Recover

Economic Damages (Quantifiable):

  • Medical bills (past and future)
  • Lost educational costs (withdrawn semesters, lost scholarships)
  • Lost earning capacity (if injuries affect career trajectory)
  • Life care plans for catastrophic injuries

Non-Economic Damages:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress, trauma, humiliation
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Damage to reputation and relationships

Wrongful Death Damages (When Applicable):

  • Funeral and burial costs
  • Loss of companionship and support
  • Emotional harm to parents and siblings
  • Lost future earnings and contributions

Punitive Damages (In Egregious Cases):

  • To punish particularly reckless or malicious conduct
  • To deter future hazing
  • Available when defendants show conscious indifference

Case Strategy: Overcoming Common Defenses

Fraternities, universities, and their insurers use predictable defenses. Here’s how we counter them:

Defense: “The Pledge Consented”
Our Response: Texas law explicitly states consent is not a defense. Coercion, power imbalance, and fear of exclusion negate “voluntary” participation.

Defense: “National Didn’t Know”
Our Response: We subpoena national records showing prior incidents, pattern evidence across chapters, and policy enforcement failures.

Defense: “It Happened Off-Campus”
Our Response: Location doesn’t eliminate duty. Nationals and universities still exercise control and benefit from chapter activities.

Defense: “We Have Anti-Hazing Policies”
Our Response: Paper policies without enforcement are meaningless. We show the gap between policy and practice.

Defense: “Insurance Doesn’t Cover Intentional Acts”
Our Response: We argue negligent supervision claims are covered, pursue multiple policies, and fight bad faith denials.

Practical Guide for Maud Parents, Students, and Witnesses

For Parents: Warning Signs and Immediate Action

Red Flags Your Child May Be Hazed:

  • Unexplained injuries with inconsistent explanations
  • Extreme exhaustion beyond normal college stress
  • Sudden personality changes: anxiety, withdrawal, irritability
  • Constant phone monitoring for group chat demands
  • Financial strains from unexplained expenses
  • Defensive reactions when asked about organization activities

Immediate Steps If You Suspect Hazing:

  1. Prioritize Safety: If in immediate danger, call 911
  2. Medical Documentation: Get professional medical evaluation immediately
  3. Evidence Preservation: Help your child screenshot everything before deletion
  4. Document Everything: Write down dates, times, names while fresh
  5. Legal Consultation: Contact experienced hazing counsel within 48 hours
  6. University Reporting: Report to Dean of Students office (with attorney guidance)

Critical Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Letting your child delete “embarrassing” messages
  • Confronting the fraternity/sorority directly
  • Signing university settlement offers without legal review
    1osting details on social media
  • Waiting for university “internal process” to conclude

For Students: Recognizing and Escaping Hazing

Is This Hazing? Ask Yourself:

  • Would I do this if I truly had a free choice?
  • Am I being pressured or coerced?
  • Is this activity dangerous, degrading, or illegal?
  • Would the university approve if they knew details?
  • Am I being told to keep secrets?

Safe Exit Strategies:

  • Tell someone outside the organization first (parent, RA, trusted friend)
  • Send written resignation to chapter leadership
  • Avoid “one last meeting” where pressure might escalate
  • Document any retaliation or threats immediately
  • Utilize campus resources (counseling, Dean of Students, campus police)

Evidence Collection for Students:

  • Screenshot all group chats with timestamps visible
  • Take photos of injuries immediately and over several days
  • Record conversations (Texas is one-party consent state)
  • Save receipts and physical evidence
  • Write detailed notes while memory is fresh

For Witnesses and Former Members

If you participated in or witnessed hazing and now want to come forward:

Your Rights and Options:

  • You may have legal protections as a cooperating witness
  • Your testimony could prevent future harm to others
  • You may need your own counsel to navigate potential exposure
  • Many find coming forward provides moral resolution

How We Work with Witnesses:

  • We protect your confidentiality within legal bounds
  • We explain your rights and potential exposures
  • We coordinate with criminal counsel if needed
  • We help you provide information that makes a difference

Why Attorney911 for Maud Hazing Cases

When your family faces a hazing crisis, you need more than a general personal injury lawyer. You need attorneys who understand how powerful institutions fight back—and how to win anyway.

Our Unique Qualifications for Hazing Litigation

Insurance Insider Advantage (Lupe Peña):
Mr. Peña spent years as an insurance defense attorney at a national firm. He knows exactly how fraternity and university insurance companies:

  • Value (and undervalue) hazing claims
  • Use delay tactics to pressure families
  • Argue coverage exclusions for “intentional acts”
  • Deploy independent medical exams to reduce settlements

Complex Institutional Litigation Experience (Ralph Manginello):

  • One of few Texas firms involved in BP Texas City explosion litigation against billion-dollar defendants
  • Federal court experience (U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas)
  • HCCLA membership signals elite criminal defense capability
  • Not intimidated by national fraternities or university legal teams

Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine:
We maintain comprehensive data on 1,423 Greek organizations across Texas, including:

  • IRS B83 registered entities with EINs and addresses
  • University chapter rosters and disciplinary histories
  • National organization pattern evidence from multiple states
  • Insurance coverage mapping for maximum recovery

Investigation Depth:

  • Digital forensics for deleted message recovery
  • Network of medical experts, psychologists, economists
  • Experience subpoenaing national fraternity risk files
  • Understanding of Greek culture and coercion dynamics

How We Serve Maud Families Specifically

Though our offices are in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve families throughout Texas, including Bowie County and City of Maud. Here’s what that means for you:

Geographic Understanding: We know the campuses where Maud students attend and the legal venues where cases proceed.

Logistical Accommodation: We conduct consultations remotely and travel to clients when necessary.

Texas Law Mastery: We understand how Texas sovereign immunity, comparative fault, and hazing statutes apply to your case.

Personal Commitment: We treat every family like our neighbors, because in Texas, we are all connected.

Your Next Steps: Confidential Consultation for Maud Families

If hazing has impacted your family, you don’t have to navigate this alone. The path to accountability starts with a conversation.

What to Expect in Your Free Consultation

When you call 1-888-ATTY-911, you’ll connect directly with our legal team. Your consultation includes:

  1. Listening Without Judgment: We hear your complete story
  2. Evidence Review: We examine what documentation you have
  3. Legal Options Explained: We outline criminal, civil, and administrative paths
  4. Realistic Assessment: We discuss likely timelines and challenges
  5. Cost Transparency: We explain our contingency fee structure (no fee unless we win)
  6. No Pressure: Take time to decide what’s right for your family

Immediate Contact Information

The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC / Attorney911
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Call: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
Direct: (713) 528-9070
Cell: (713) 443-4781
Email: ralph@atty911.com (Ralph Manginello), lupe@atty911.com (Lupe Peña)
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Spanish Language Services:
Hablamos Español – Contact Lupe Peña at lupe@atty911.com for consultation in Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions from Maud Families

“Can we sue if the hazing happened at a university hours from Maud?”
Yes. Texas hazing law applies statewide. We handle cases wherever they occur in Texas, and we understand the logistical considerations for Bowie County families.

“How much will this cost our family?”
We work on contingency – no upfront costs. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you.

“Will our name be public?”
Most cases settle confidentially before trial. We prioritize your family’s privacy while pursuing accountability.

“What if our child ‘went along with it’?”
Texas law explicitly states consent is not a defense to hazing. The power dynamics and coercion inherent in hazing situations mean “agreement” isn’t truly voluntary.

“How long do we have to act?”
Generally 2 years from the incident in Texas, but evidence disappears quickly. Immediate action preserves crucial digital evidence and witness memories.

Final Message to Maud Families

From our work on the University of Houston Pi Kappa Phi case to representing families across Texas, we’ve seen the devastating impact of hazing. We’ve also seen how proper legal representation can secure accountability, compensation, and reform.

Maud represents the heart of Texas – families who work hard, value education, and trust institutions to protect their children. When that trust is broken through hazing, you have rights. You have options. And you have allies who know how to fight for you.

The conversation starts with a phone call. The path to justice starts with taking that first step.

Call Attorney911 Today: 1-888-ATTY-911

We’re here for Maud families. We’re here for Texas.

Plain Text Links to Key Resources

News Coverage of Leonel Bermudez / UH Pi Kappa Phi Case:

  • Click2Houston investigation: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2025/11/21/only-on-2-lawsuit-alleges-severe-hazing-at-university-of-houstons-pi-kappa-phi-chapter-fraternity/
  • ABC13 coverage with detailed timeline: https://abc13.com/post/waterboarding-forced-eating-physical-punishment-lawsuit-alleges-abuse-faced-injured-pledge-uhs-pi-kappa-phi-fraternity/18186418/
  • Hoodline summary of $10M lawsuit: https://hoodline.com/2025/11/university-of-houston-and-pi-kappa-phi-fraternity-face-10m-lawsuit-over-alleged-hazing-and-abuse/

Attorney911 Educational Videos:

  • Using cellphone to document evidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs
  • Texas statutes of limitations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRHwg8tV02c
  • Client mistakes that can ruin your case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3IYsoxOSxY
  • How contingency fees work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc

Attorney911 Main Website: https://attorney911.com

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.

The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC / Attorney911
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