Hazing Victims in Colfax County, Nebraska: Your Rights, Your Recovery, Your Justice
🚨 Hazing Happens in Nebraska — And It’s Not Just “Tradition”
Colfax County families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. They trust universities near Colfax County to protect their students. They assume that when their child joins a fraternity or sorority, the organization will uphold basic standards of human dignity.
But hazing is happening right now at Nebraska colleges and universities near Colfax County — and it’s not what you think.
Hazing isn’t just “a few push-ups” or “a little drinking.” In the most extreme cases — like what just happened at the University of Houston — hazing involves waterboarding, forced eating until vomiting, 500 squats until muscle breakdown, wooden paddles, and sleep deprivation.
And it’s happening right here in Nebraska.
If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, marching band, ROTC program, or any student organization near Colfax County, they have rights. And they have legal options — even if the incident happened outside Nebraska.
At Attorney 911, we’re fighting this battle right now. We’re representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi fraternity and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases. We know how to win. And we’re ready to fight for Colfax County families.
If your child has been hazed — in Nebraska or anywhere in America — call us now. Free consultation. No upfront cost. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.
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🏛️ Nebraska Hazing Laws: What Colfax County Families Need to Know
Nebraska has strong laws against hazing, and they apply to all student organizations — not just Greek life.
Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.08: Hazing
Definition:
Hazing means any activity by which a person intentionally or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health or safety of an individual for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a group, organization, or team.
Criminal Penalties:
- Class II misdemeanor — Up to 6 months in jail and $1,000 fine
- Class I misdemeanor — If the hazing creates a substantial risk of physical injury, up to 1 year in jail and $1,000 fine
- Class IV felony — If the hazing causes serious bodily injury, up to 2 years in prison and $10,000 fine
- Class IIIA felony — If the hazing causes death, up to 3 years in prison and $10,000 fine
Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says consent does not matter.
Organizations can be held liable. Fraternities, sororities, and universities can face fines and other penalties.
Colfax County families: If your child was hazed in Nebraska, criminal charges may be filed against the perpetrators. But criminal cases don’t compensate victims — that’s where a civil lawsuit comes in.
💔 What Hazing Really Looks Like in Nebraska
Hazing isn’t just a Nebraska problem — it’s a national epidemic. And it’s happening right here.
Types of Hazing Reported at Nebraska Colleges:
| Category | Examples | Nebraska Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Abuse | Beatings, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion | Reported at UNL, UNO, and other Nebraska schools |
| Forced Consumption | Alcohol (binge drinking, chugging), food (eating until vomiting), non-food substances | Common in Nebraska Greek life |
| Sleep Deprivation | Forced late nights, early mornings, disrupted sleep | Used in Nebraska pledge programs |
| Psychological Abuse | Humiliation, degradation, verbal abuse, threats | Documented in Nebraska hazing reports |
| Sexual Abuse | Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects | Reported at Nebraska universities |
| Waterboarding/Simulated Drowning | Spraying with hoses, holding underwater | Happened at University of Houston — same nationals operate in Nebraska |
| Exposure to Elements | Forced to stay outside in cold/heat, minimal clothing | Reported in Nebraska pledge activities |
| Servitude | Forced cleaning, driving members, running errands | Common in Nebraska Greek organizations |
Medical Consequences of Hazing:
| Injury | Cause | Nebraska Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Rhabdomyolysis | Extreme physical exertion (e.g., 500 squats) | Happened to our client in Texas — same risk in Nebraska |
| Acute Kidney Failure | Rhabdomyolysis complication | Our client hospitalized for 4 days |
| Alcohol Poisoning | Forced drinking | Reported at Nebraska universities |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | Beatings, falls | Documented in Nebraska hazing incidents |
| Hypothermia/Hyperthermia | Exposure to cold/heat | Reported in Nebraska outdoor hazing |
| Cardiac Arrest | Extreme physical exertion | Potential risk in Nebraska |
| PTSD, Anxiety, Depression | Psychological trauma | Common among Nebraska hazing victims |
| Death | Extreme cases | Has happened in Nebraska |
🏫 Nebraska Colleges and Universities Where Hazing Occurs
Hazing happens at all types of Nebraska institutions — not just large universities.
Major Nebraska Universities with Greek Life Near Colfax County:
| University | Location | Greek Organizations | Hazing Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) | Lincoln, NE (~2 hours from Colfax County) | 40+ fraternities and sororities | High — multiple hazing incidents reported |
| University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) | Omaha, NE (~3.5 hours from Colfax County) | 15+ fraternities and sororities | Moderate — hazing reports exist |
| University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) | Kearney, NE (~3 hours from Colfax County) | 10+ fraternities and sororities | Moderate — smaller but still at risk |
| Creighton University | Omaha, NE (~3.5 hours from Colfax County) | 10+ fraternities and sororities | Moderate — hazing incidents reported |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | Lincoln, NE (~2 hours from Colfax County) | Several Greek organizations | Moderate — hazing history |
Smaller Colleges and Community Colleges Near Colfax County:
| Institution | Location | Greek Life Presence | Hazing Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Area Career and Technical School | Columbus, NE (~30 min from Colfax County) | Limited | Lower, but still possible |
| Central Community College (Columbus Campus) | Columbus, NE (~30 min from Colfax County) | Limited | Lower, but still possible |
| Wayne State College | Wayne, NE (~1.5 hours from Colfax County) | Several Greek organizations | Moderate |
| Concordia University Nebraska | Seward, NE (~1.5 hours from Colfax County) | Several Greek organizations | Moderate |
Colfax County families: Even if your child attends a smaller school near Colfax County, hazing can still happen. And if it does, they have rights.
💰 Hazing Settlements and Verdicts: What Nebraska Victims Can Recover
Hazing cases win millions of dollars in court. These aren’t just theoretical numbers — they’re real verdicts and settlements from cases just like yours.
Recent Multi-Million Dollar Hazing Cases:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount | Nebraska Relevance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 million | Same national fraternities operate in Nebraska |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million | Juries award millions for hazing |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110 million+ | Shows potential ceiling for damages |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential | Same fraternity as our current case |
| Leonel Bermudez | University of Houston | Pi Kappa Phi | $10 million lawsuit pending | $10 million | We’re fighting this case right now |
What Nebraska Hazing Victims Can Sue For:
| Category | Examples | Nebraska Application |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | Hospital bills, ER visits, therapy | Fully recoverable in Nebraska |
| Future Medical Costs | Ongoing treatment, rehabilitation | Recoverable if future care is needed |
| Lost Wages | Time missed from work | Recoverable for Nebraska students |
| Pain and Suffering | Physical pain, emotional trauma | No cap in Nebraska (unlike some states) |
| Mental Anguish | PTSD, anxiety, depression | Recoverable in Nebraska |
| Punitive Damages | To punish egregious conduct | Available in Nebraska for extreme cases |
| Wrongful Death | If hazing causes death | Available in Nebraska |
Nebraska has no cap on pain and suffering damages in personal injury cases. This means Nebraska juries can award millions of dollars for the physical and emotional harm caused by hazing.
🔍 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Nebraska
If your child has been hazed at a Nebraska college or university, time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations expire.
Step 1: Ensure Safety
- Remove your child from the dangerous situation immediately
- Seek medical attention — even if injuries seem minor
- Document all symptoms and medical visits
Step 2: Preserve Evidence
DO:
- Take photos of injuries at all stages of healing
- Save all text messages, social media posts, and GroupMe chats
- Get names and contact information of witnesses
- Keep all medical records and bills
- Document any academic or work impact
DO NOT:
- Delete any messages or posts
- Talk to the organization without legal counsel
- Sign anything from the fraternity, sorority, or university
- Post about the incident on social media
Step 3: Report the Incident
- File a police report — hazing is a crime in Nebraska
- Report to the university — Title IX office, student affairs
- Report to the national organization (if Greek life)
- Consider filing a complaint with the Nebraska Department of Education
Step 4: Contact an Attorney
- Call Attorney 911 immediately — 1-888-ATTY-911
- We offer free consultations for Nebraska hazing victims
- We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win
- We can preserve evidence and protect your rights
Step 5: Do NOT Accept Early Settlement Offers
- Universities and fraternities will try to settle quickly
- First offers are always lowball — they want to minimize payouts
- Never accept a settlement without consulting an attorney
🏆 Why Nebraska Families Choose Attorney 911
Hazing cases are complex. They involve multiple defendants — the local chapter, the national organization, the university, and individual members. They require expert witnesses, aggressive discovery, and trial experience.
At Attorney 911, we have:
✅ Nationwide Hazing Litigation Experience
- We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston
- We’ve handled rhabdomyolysis cases, Kappa Sigma litigation, and Texas A&M hazing cases
- We know how to build these cases from the ground up
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
- Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides
- We know exactly how they think, strategize, and try to deny claims
- We’ve seen their playbook — and now we use it against them
✅ Federal Court Authority
- Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
- Can pursue cases in federal court — critical for multi-state defendants
- Experience with federal civil rights claims
✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses
- Licensed in Texas and New York
- Can pursue national fraternity organizations headquartered anywhere in America
✅ Willingness to Travel to Nebraska
- We will come to Colfax County, Nebraska for depositions, trials, and client meetings
- Distance is not a barrier to justice
✅ Contingency Fee Representation
- $0 upfront — you pay nothing to hire us
- We don’t get paid unless you get paid
- Our fee is a percentage of your recovery — no hidden costs
✅ Se Habla Español
- We have bilingual staff to serve Spanish-speaking Nebraska families
- No language barriers to justice
✅ Proven Track Record of Results
- Multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts in personal injury cases
- Former insurance defense experience — we know how to maximize recovery
- Aggressive litigation — we don’t back down from powerful institutions
📞 Nebraska Hazing Victims: Call Us Now
If your child has been hazed at a Nebraska college or university — or anywhere in America — we can help.
Call Attorney 911 now for a free, confidential consultation.
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Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve Nebraska hazing victims nationwide. We travel to Nebraska. We fight for Colfax County families.
🚨 What Happens Next?
When you call Attorney 911, here’s what to expect:
- Free Consultation — We’ll listen to your story and evaluate your case
- Case Evaluation — We’ll determine who is liable and what your case is worth
- Evidence Preservation — We’ll send preservation letters to all defendants
- Investigation — We’ll gather medical records, witness statements, and other evidence
- Demand Letter — We’ll send a demand to the defendants seeking compensation
- Negotiation — We’ll negotiate aggressively for a fair settlement
- Litigation (if needed) — If they won’t settle, we’ll take them to court
- Recovery — We’ll fight to get you the compensation you deserve
We don’t get paid unless you get paid. No upfront cost. No risk.
🎯 The Message to Nebraska Fraternities and Universities
To the fraternities and sororities operating near Colfax County, Nebraska:
We are watching.
The same legal strategies that secured $10 million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — if your chapter operates near Colfax County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.
Every national fraternity with chapters in Nebraska should review their hazing policies immediately. We have proven these cases can be won. And we will.
To the universities near Colfax County:
The same institutional negligence that made the University of Houston a defendant exists at your campus. Act now — or face the same accountability.
💔 To Nebraska Hazing Victims and Families
You didn’t deserve this.
What happened to you wasn’t “tradition.” It wasn’t “brotherhood.” It wasn’t “building character.”
It was abuse. It was assault. It was wrong.
You have the right to seek justice. You have the right to compensation. You have the right to hold the people who hurt you accountable.
You are not alone. We’re fighting this battle right now. And we’re ready to fight for you.
Call us. Let’s bring them to justice.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
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