🚨 Hazing Lawyer for De Soto Parish, Louisiana – Protecting Students from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

Attorney 911 – Your Legal Emergency Lawyers™ for Hazing Victims in De Soto Parish

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🔴 HAZING IS NOT TRADITION – IT’S TORTURE. AND IT’S HAPPENING IN De Soto Parish.

If your child was hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or student organization in De Soto Parish, LA – or anywhere near Shreveport, Bossier City, or Northwest Louisiana – you need to act now. The same fraternities that waterboarded a student at the University of Houston have chapters near LSU Shreveport, Centenary College, Louisiana Tech, and other regional schools. The same abuse is happening right here in De Soto Parish.

We are currently litigating a $10 MILLION hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical – we’re in the fight right now. And we will bring the same aggressive representation to De Soto Parish families.

⚠️ WHAT HAZING LOOKS LIKE IN De Soto Parish

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “girls bonding.” It’s systematic abuse disguised as tradition. In our current case, a student was:

✅ Waterboarded with a garden hose – simulated drowning, a form of torture
✅ Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups – until his muscles broke down and he couldn’t stand
✅ Struck with wooden paddles – physical assault with weapons
✅ Forced to eat until vomiting – then made to lie in his own vomit
✅ Hog-tied with an object in his mouth – another pledge was tortured this way just weeks before
✅ Threatened with expulsion – if he didn’t comply with abuse

This isn’t hazing. This is assault. This is battery. This is a crime.

And it’s happening at universities and colleges near De Soto Parish right now.

🏫 WHERE HAZING HAPPENS IN AND AROUND De Soto Parish

While De Soto Parish itself is a smaller community, hazing thrives at nearby universities and colleges where Greek life and student organizations operate. These institutions serve students from De Soto Parish, Mansfield, Logansport, Stanley, and the surrounding areas:

The same national fraternities and sororities with hazing records operate at these schools. If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near De Soto Parish, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

💔 WHAT HAZING DOES TO De Soto Parish STUDENTS

Hazing doesn’t build character – it destroys lives. The consequences can be permanent and devastating:

🩺 PHYSICAL INJURIES

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) – can lead to kidney failure (like our client)
• Alcohol poisoning – can be fatal (like Stone Foltz at Bowling Green)
• Traumatic brain injury – from beatings or falls
• Broken bones, burns, internal bleeding – from physical abuse
• Hypothermia or heat stroke – from forced exposure

🧠 PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA

• PTSD – from waterboarding, torture, or humiliation
• Anxiety and depression – long-term mental health damage
• Suicidal ideation – hazing victims are at high risk
• Trust issues – difficulty forming healthy relationships

🎓 ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL IMPACT

• Dropped classes or failed semesters – from physical or emotional trauma
• Lost scholarships – due to academic decline
• Delayed graduation – disrupting career plans
• Permanent record damage – if criminal charges are involved

💰 FINANCIAL BURDEN

• Medical bills – emergency room visits, hospital stays, therapy
• Lost wages – if the victim can’t work during recovery
• Future medical costs – if injuries cause long-term health issues

This isn’t just a “college phase.” This is abuse with lifelong consequences.

🚨 WHY De Soto Parish FAMILIES NEED TO ACT NOW

1️⃣ THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IS RUNNING OUT

• In Louisiana, you typically have only 1 year to file a personal injury lawsuit (Louisiana Civil Code Art. 3492).
• Evidence disappears quickly – fraternities delete texts, destroy records, and pressure witnesses to stay silent.
• The sooner you act, the stronger your case.

2️⃣ INSTITUTIONS WILL TRY TO SILENCE YOU

• Universities and fraternities do not want bad publicity.
• They will pressure you to sign confidentiality agreements or accept lowball settlements.
• They will threaten your child with expulsion or social ostracism if they speak out.
• You need a lawyer to protect your rights.

3️⃣ THEY KNOW THEY’RE LIABLE – AND THEY’RE TRYING TO HIDE IT

In our $10 million UH case, Pi Kappa Phi closed the chapter 7 days before the lawsuit was filed. They knew it was coming. They were trying to limit their liability.

They will do the same in De Soto Parish.

• They’ll delete evidence.
• They’ll intimidate witnesses.
• They’ll blame the victim.
• You need a legal team that knows how to fight back.

⚖️ WHO IS LIABLE FOR HAZING IN De Soto Parish?

When hazing happens, everyone involved can – and should – be held accountable. In our current case, we are suing:

We don’t just sue one person. We sue EVERYONE responsible.

💰 WHAT De Soto Parish HAZING VICTIMS CAN RECOVER

Hazing cases can result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Here’s what we’re fighting for in our current case – and what De Soto Parish families can recover:

📊 RECENT HAZING VERDICTS & SETTLEMENTS

These results are possible for De Soto Parish families too.

🛡️ HOW WE PROTECT De Soto Parish HAZING VICTIMS

1️⃣ IMMEDIATE LEGAL PROTECTION

• Send preservation letters – demand that fraternities, universities, and individuals preserve all evidence (texts, photos, videos, documents).
• Prevent evidence destruction – fraternities will delete messages and intimidate witnesses. We stop that.
• Protect your child from retaliation – universities and fraternities will try to silence victims. We ensure they can’t.

2️⃣ AGGRESSIVE INVESTIGATION

• Gather all evidence – medical records, text messages, social media, witness statements.
• Identify all liable parties – we don’t just sue the fraternity; we sue the university, the nationals, and the individuals.
• Work with experts – medical professionals, hazing culture analysts, accident reconstructionists.

3️⃣ MAXIMIZE YOUR COMPENSATION

• Calculate full damages – medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, punitive damages.
• Negotiate from strength – we’re currently litigating a $10 million case; insurance companies know we won’t back down.
• Take it to trial if needed – we have 25+ years of trial experience; we’re not afraid to go to court.

4️⃣ HOLD INSTITUTIONS ACCOUNTABLE

• Expose the pattern – if a fraternity has hazed before, we prove they knew the risks.
• Demand systemic change – settlements can include mandated anti-hazing training, independent oversight, and policy reforms.
• Prevent future victims – our lawsuits force fraternities and universities to finally take hazing seriously.

📞 WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CHILD WAS HAZED IN De Soto Parish

🚨 STEP 1: GET MEDICAL HELP IMMEDIATELY

• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) and alcohol poisoning can be fatal if untreated.
• Medical records are critical evidence for your case.

📱 STEP 2: PRESERVE ALL EVIDENCE

✅ Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any physical evidence.
✅ Save all communications – texts, GroupMe messages, Snapchats, emails.
✅ Get witness names and contact info – other pledges, bystanders, anyone who saw what happened.
✅ Document everything – write down what happened, when, where, and who was involved.

🚫 STEP 3: DO NOT TALK TO THE FRATERNITY OR UNIVERSITY WITHOUT A LAWYER

• They will twist your words to blame the victim.
• They will pressure you to sign documents that waive your rights.
• They will try to settle quickly for pennies before you know the full extent of your damages.

**⚖️ STEP 4: CALL ATTORNEY 911 – 1-888-ATTY-911

• Free consultation – we’ll evaluate your case at no cost.
• No upfront fees – we work on contingency; you pay nothing unless we win.
• Immediate action – we’ll send preservation letters and start building your case.

🎯 WHY CHOOSE ATTORNEY 911 FOR De Soto Parish HAZING CASES?

1️⃣ WE’RE ALREADY FIGHTING THIS FIGHT – AND WINNING

• We are currently litigating a $10 MILLION hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
• We know exactly how these fraternities operate.
• We know exactly how to hold them accountable.

2️⃣ WE’RE FORMER INSURANCE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS

• Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena used to defend insurance companies.
• We know all their tricks – how they try to deny claims, lowball settlements, and blame victims.
• Now, we use that knowledge against them.

3️⃣ WE HAVE FEDERAL COURT AUTHORITY

• Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas – and we can pursue cases nationwide.
• We can sue national fraternities and universities no matter where they’re based.
• De Soto Parish families don’t have to settle for local lawyers – you get big-firm firepower with small-firm care.

**4️⃣ WE SPEAK SPANISH – SE HABLA ESPAÑOL

• Many hazing victims in De Soto Parish and Northwest Louisiana come from Hispanic families.
• We provide full bilingual support – no language barriers to justice.

5️⃣ WE TRAVEL TO De Soto Parish

• We have offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, but we come to you.
• We’ll meet with De Soto Parish families in Mansfield, Logansport, Stanley, or anywhere in the parish.
• We handle everything remotely if needed – video consultations, phone calls, secure document sharing.

6️⃣ WE HAVE A PROVEN TRACK RECORD OF MILLION-DOLLAR RESULTS

• $10+ MILLION – Current hazing lawsuit demand
• Multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases
• BP Texas City explosion litigation – mass tort experience against major corporations
• Hundreds of cases won – from car accidents to wrongful death

🔥 WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER De Soto Parish LAWYERS?

📢 OUR MESSAGE TO FRATERNITIES OPERATING NEAR De Soto Parish

Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Chi, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Nu, and all the rest:

We see you.

We know your house corporations. We know your alumni chapters. We know your insurance policies. We know your hazing playbook.

You thought you could waterboard a student in Houston and get away with it. You were wrong.

You thought you could force a student to do 500 squats until his kidneys failed and no one would hold you accountable. You were wrong.

Now, you’re operating near De Soto Parish, Louisiana, and you think you can keep doing this.

We’re coming for you.

Every chapter. Every national. Every university that looks the other way.

The $10 million lawsuit we filed is just the beginning.

💬 TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR CLIENTS

“After my son was hazed, I didn’t know what to do. Attorney 911 took over and fought for us like we were family. They got us a settlement that covered all his medical bills and more. I can’t thank them enough.” – Maria G., Houston, TX

“I was scared to speak out because I didn’t want to ruin my future. Ralph and Lupe made me feel safe. They handled everything so I could focus on healing. I got justice – and they didn’t let the fraternity intimidate me.” – Javier R., College Student

“The insurance company tried to say my injuries weren’t serious. Attorney 911 proved them wrong. They got me the money I needed for surgery and therapy. If you’ve been hurt, call them.” – Darnell T., Beaumont, TX

🚨 De Soto Parish HAZING VICTIMS – THIS IS YOUR TIME FOR JUSTICE

Enough is enough.

For too long, fraternities and universities have hidden behind “tradition” to justify abuse. They’ve silenced victims with threats and shame. They’ve let students die rather than change their culture.

But that changes now.

Our $10 million lawsuit is sending a message: Hazing has a price. And that price is MILLIONS.

If your child was hazed in De Soto Parish, Mansfield, Logansport, Stanley, or anywhere in Northwest Louisiana, we will fight for you just as hard.

You are not alone. We are your legal emergency responders.

📞 CALL NOW – 1-888-ATTY-911

✉️ Email: ralph@atty911.com
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Free consultation. No upfront fees. We don’t get paid unless you do.

We serve De Soto Parish, Louisiana – and hazing victims nationwide.

🔍 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HAZING IN De Soto Parish

❓ Q: My child was hazed, but they “consented” to pledge. Can we still sue?

✅ A: YES. Louisiana law does not allow fraternities to use “consent” as a defense for hazing. Even if your child agreed to pledge, they did not consent to torture, assault, or life-threatening abuse. We will prove that the fraternity’s conduct went far beyond what any reasonable person would agree to.

❓ Q: The fraternity says this was just “a few bad apples.” Can we still hold them accountable?

✅ A: ABSOLUTELY. If a fraternity has a pattern of hazing (like Pi Kappa Phi, which had a death in 2017 and a hospitalization in 2025), the national organization and university are liable. We will uncover the systemic failures that allowed this to happen.

❓ Q: My child is afraid of retaliation if they speak out. How can you protect them?

✅ A: We take retaliation very seriously. We will:

• Send legal preservation letters demanding no contact with your child.
• Document any intimidation attempts as evidence of consciousness of guilt.
• Work with university officials to ensure your child’s safety on campus.
• Pursue additional damages if retaliation occurs.

❓ Q: We’re in De Soto Parish, but the hazing happened at a university in Shreveport or Ruston. Can you still help?

✅ A: YES. We handle hazing cases nationwide. We have federal court authority and can pursue cases against national fraternities, universities, and individuals no matter where they’re located. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

❓ Q: How much does it cost to hire Attorney 911?

✅ A: $0 upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis – you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict, so we only get paid if you do.

❓ Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?

⚠️ A: TIME IS CRITICAL. In Louisiana, you typically have only 1 year from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Evidence disappears quickly, so contact us immediately to protect your rights.

❓ Q: What if the fraternity or university tries to settle quickly for a low amount?

✅ A: We won’t let them. Insurance companies and fraternities always start with lowball offers. We will:

• Calculate the full value of your damages (medical bills, pain and suffering, future costs).
• Negotiate aggressively for a fair settlement.
• Take it to trial if needed – we have 25+ years of trial experience.

❓ Q: Can we sue the university too?

✅ A: YES, if they failed to protect your child. Universities have a legal duty to ensure student safety. If they:

• Knew or should have known about hazing,
• Owned the property where hazing occurred, or
• Failed to implement proper oversight,
  they can be held liable.

❓ Q: What if my child was hazed at a high school team or club, not a college fraternity?

✅ A: We handle all types of hazing cases, including:

• High school sports teams
• Marching bands
• ROTC programs
• Student clubs and organizations
• Military academies

Hazing is illegal at all levels. We will hold the perpetrators accountable.

📜 LOUISIANA HAZING LAWS – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Louisiana has strict anti-hazing laws designed to protect students. Here’s what you should know:

📋 Louisiana Revised Statutes § 17:1801 – Hazing Prohibited

Definition of Hazing:

Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act by a person acting alone or with others that is directed against a student for the purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in any organization, and that:

• Endangers the mental or physical health or safety of the student, or
• Destroys or removes public or private property.

This includes:

• Forced physical activity (like 500 squats)
• Forced consumption of food, alcohol, or drugs
• Physical abuse (paddling, beatings)
• Psychological abuse (humiliation, threats)
• Sleep deprivation
• Any activity that creates a risk of injury

🚔 CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR HAZING IN LOUISIANA

Note: Even if no criminal charges are filed, you can still sue for civil damages.

🏛️ CIVIL LIABILITY FOR HAZING IN LOUISIANA

Under Louisiana law, hazing victims can sue for:

• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Punitive damages (to punish egregious conduct)

Universities and fraternities can also be held liable for:

• Negligent supervision – failing to monitor Greek life
• Premises liability – if they own the property where hazing occurred
• Failure to protect students – violating their duty of care

🎯 OUR PROMISE TO De Soto Parish FAMILIES

1. We will listen. Your story matters. We will treat your family with compassion and respect.
2. We will investigate. We will gather all evidence, interview witnesses, and build a strong case.
3. We will fight. We will hold every responsible party accountable – the fraternity, the university, the individuals.
4. We will win. We have a proven track record of million-dollar results. We won’t settle for less than you deserve.
5. We will protect. We will shield your child from retaliation and ensure their safety.
6. We will travel. We will come to De Soto Parish – in person or remotely – to serve your family.

🚨 De Soto Parish – THIS IS YOUR WAKE-UP CALL

Hazing is happening in your backyard.

At LSU Shreveport, Centenary College, Louisiana Tech, and other schools near De Soto Parish, students are being tortured, humiliated, and hospitalized – all in the name of “tradition.”

But tradition doesn’t justify abuse. Tradition doesn’t justify broken bones. Tradition doesn’t justify kidney failure. Tradition doesn’t justify death.

If your child was hazed, you have the power to stop this.

You have the power to hold the abusers accountable. You have the power to get justice for your child. You have the power to prevent the next victim.

And we have the power to help you do it.

📞 CALL ATTORNEY 911 NOW – 1-888-ATTY-911

We don’t just fight for compensation. We fight for change.

Serving De Soto Parish, Louisiana – and hazing victims nationwide.