🚨 Hazing Lawyers for Gage County, Nebraska — Justice for Hazing Victims
When “tradition” becomes torture, and brotherhood becomes betrayal — we fight back.
At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — a case involving waterboarding, forced exercise to kidney failure, and institutional negligence. We bring this same aggressive representation to Gage County, Nebraska families.
If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or student organization near Gage County, you are not alone. We serve hazing victims nationwide, including Gage County, and we will fight for your family with the same determination we’re bringing to our landmark case.
⚠️ This Happens in Gage County Too
Gage County is home to colleges and universities where Greek life thrives — including Peru State College and nearby institutions like University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) and Doane University. The same national fraternities involved in hazing deaths and hospitalizations nationwide — Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma — have active chapters at universities near Gage County.
The hazing that hospitalized our Houston client happens in Nebraska too.
🏥 What Is Hazing? — Gage County Parents Need to Know
Hazing is not harmless pranks or team-building exercises. It is abuse disguised as tradition. Under Nebraska law (and most state laws), hazing includes:
| Category | Examples | Gage County Reality |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Abuse | Beatings, paddling, branding, burning | Wooden paddles, extreme exercise, physical punishment |
| Forced Consumption | Alcohol, food, non-food substances | Binge drinking, eating until vomiting, forced consumption |
| Sleep Deprivation | Late-night activities, early morning duties | Forced driving, all-night pledging, exhaustion |
| Psychological Abuse | Humiliation, degradation, threats | Carrying sexual objects, being hog-tied, verbal abuse |
| Water Torture | Waterboarding, being held underwater | Simulated drowning with hoses or buckets |
| Extreme Exercise | Calisthenics to exhaustion | 100+ pushups, 500+ squats, bear crawls until collapse |
| Servitude | Forced cleaning, errands, driving | Driving members, acting as personal servants |
This is not “boys being boys.” This is not “building character.” This is abuse. And it is illegal in Nebraska.
⚖️ Nebraska Hazing Law — What Gage County Families Should Know
Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.08 — Hazing
Definition:
Any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.
Key Points for Gage County Families:
- Consent is NOT a defense — Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says consent doesn’t matter
- Applies to ALL groups — Fraternities, sororities, sports teams, clubs, bands, ROTC
- Criminal penalties — Hazing is a misdemeanor in Nebraska
- Civil liability — Victims can sue for damages, including medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages
Organizations can be held liable for:
- Failing to prevent hazing
- Failing to supervise members
- Failing to enforce anti-hazing policies
- Allowing dangerous traditions to continue
💔 The Medical Consequences of Hazing — Gage County Parents Must Understand
Hazing doesn’t just cause emotional pain. It causes serious, sometimes permanent physical harm:
| Condition | What It Is | Symptoms | Long-Term Impact | Gage County Reality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhabdomyolysis | Muscle tissue breakdown | Severe muscle pain, dark urine, inability to move | Kidney failure, dialysis, transplant | Caused by extreme exercise (500 squats, bear crawls) |
| Acute Alcohol Poisoning | Overdose of alcohol | Confusion, vomiting, seizures, unconsciousness | Brain damage, death | Common in forced drinking hazing |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | Blow to the head | Headache, dizziness, memory loss | Permanent cognitive impairment | From beatings, falls, or being struck |
| Hypothermia | Dangerously low body temperature | Shivering, slurred speech, weak pulse | Organ failure, death | From forced exposure to cold weather |
| Heat Stroke | Dangerously high body temperature | Confusion, nausea, unconsciousness | Organ failure, death | From extreme exercise in heat |
| PTSD / Anxiety / Depression | Psychological trauma | Flashbacks, nightmares, social withdrawal | Long-term therapy, medication | From waterboarding, humiliation, threats |
In our current case, a student was hospitalized for 4 days with kidney failure after being forced to do 500 squats and other extreme exercises. This could happen to a Gage County student.
🏛️ Who Is Liable for Hazing in Gage County?
When hazing occurs, multiple parties can be held legally and financially responsible:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable | Gage County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Organized and conducted hazing | Peru State College, UNL, Doane chapters |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture | Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Pike, etc. — all have chapters near Gage County |
| University/College | Failed to protect students; owned property where hazing occurred | Peru State College, UNL, Doane University |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed hazing | Chapter presidents, pledge masters |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing | Active members who abused pledges |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes | Premises liability for off-campus locations |
| Housing Corporations | Owned fraternity/sorority property | Premises liability for on-campus or off-campus houses |
We sue everyone responsible. We don’t let them hide behind the organization.
💰 Can Gage County Families Really Sue for Hazing?
Yes. And they win millions.
Recent Hazing Verdicts and Settlements:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110 million+ |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential (multi-million) |
| Leonel Bermudez | University of Houston | Pi Kappa Phi | Pending | $10 million |
These same results are possible for Gage County victims.
📋 What Should Gage County Families Do If Their Child Is Hazed?
IMMEDIATE ACTION STEPS:
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Get Medical Attention
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked
- Rhabdomyolysis and alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening
- Medical records are critical evidence
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Preserve All Evidence
- DO NOT delete text messages, GroupMe chats, or social media posts
- Take screenshots of all communications about hazing
- Photograph any physical injuries (bruises, burns, etc.)
- Save any clothing or objects used in hazing
- Get names and contact info of witnesses
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Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- Fraternities, sororities, and universities will try to control the narrative
- They will offer “apologies” and “investigations” to protect themselves
- Do NOT give statements without legal counsel
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Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately
- Call Attorney 911 at 1-888-ATTY-911
- We offer free, confidential consultations for Gage County families
- We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win
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Report to Authorities (Optional)
- Consider filing a police report
- Report to university Title IX office (if sexual component)
- Nebraska law requires reporting in some cases
🛡️ Why Gage County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We Are Currently Litigating a $10 Million Hazing Case
- We’re in the fight RIGHT NOW against Pi Kappa Phi and University of Houston
- We know the defendants’ playbook — we’re already dismantling it
- Gage County families get the same aggressive representation
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
- We know how insurance companies think
- We know their delay tactics and lowball offers
- We’ve seen their playbook from the inside — now we use it against them
3. Nationwide Service — We Come to Gage County
- Based in Texas, but we serve clients nationwide
- We offer video consultations for Gage County families
- We travel to Gage County for depositions, meetings, and trials
- Federal court authority — we can pursue cases anywhere
4. Dual-State Bar Admission (Texas & New York)
- Strategic advantage for lawsuits against national fraternities
- Can pursue cases in multiple jurisdictions
5. We Speak Spanish — Se Habla Español
- Bilingual staff available for Spanish-speaking families
- No language barriers to justice
6. Contingency Fee — You Pay Nothing Upfront
- $0 upfront costs for Gage County families
- We only get paid if we win your case
- No financial risk to you
7. We Protect Our Clients
- Our Houston client is “fearful of retribution” — we take this seriously
- We handle all communications with defendants
- We protect your privacy and safety
🎯 Our Approach for Gage County Hazing Cases
1. Immediate Evidence Preservation
- Send preservation letters to all defendants
- Subpoena text messages, social media, photos
- Document all injuries and medical treatment
2. Comprehensive Liability Investigation
- Identify all responsible parties (chapter, nationals, university, individuals)
- Gather pattern evidence (prior hazing incidents at same chapter)
- Establish institutional knowledge (did they know it was happening?)
3. Aggressive Negotiation
- Demand policy limits from insurance carriers
- Push for maximum settlement
- Refuse lowball offers
4. Trial-Ready Preparation
- Prepare every case as if it’s going to trial
- Build compelling narrative for jury
- Use experts to prove damages
5. Public Accountability
- Media strategy to expose hazing culture
- Legislative advocacy for hazing reform
- Pressure on universities and national organizations
📞 Gage County Families — Contact Us Now
Hazing victims in Gage County deserve justice. We are ready to fight for you.
Call Now for a Free, Confidential Consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com
🌐 Website: attorney911.com/hazing
Available 24/7 for Gage County hazing emergencies.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Gage County Hazing Victims
Q: My child was hazed at Peru State College. Can we sue?
A: Yes. Peru State College has a duty to protect students. If they knew or should have known about hazing and failed to stop it, they can be held liable. We can evaluate your case regardless of where in Nebraska the hazing occurred.
Q: The fraternity says my child “consented” to hazing. Can they still sue?
A: Yes. Nebraska law (like most states) says consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the fraternity can still be held liable.
Q: We’re in Gage County. You’re in Texas. How can you help us?
A: We serve clients nationwide. We offer:
- Video consultations so you don’t have to travel
- Federal court authority — we can file lawsuits anywhere
- Willingness to travel to Gage County for depositions and trials
- Remote case management — we handle everything digitally
Distance is not a barrier to justice.
Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer?
A: Nothing upfront. We work on contingency — we only get paid if we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of your recovery, so there is no financial risk to you.
Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?
A: Nebraska has a 4-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases, but you should act immediately. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and organizations destroy records. Contact us as soon as possible.
Q: Can we sue if no one was hospitalized?
A: Yes. Even if your child wasn’t hospitalized, they can sue for:
- Emotional distress
- PTSD
- Anxiety and depression
- Medical bills from injuries
- Pain and suffering
Q: Will suing affect my child’s college enrollment?
A: No. Title IX and other laws protect students from retaliation. Universities cannot punish students for reporting hazing or filing lawsuits. We will protect your child’s rights.
Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?
A: You can still sue. Hazing is illegal whether it happens on-campus or off-campus. If it occurred at a fraternity house, private residence, or other location, we can pursue the property owners and organizers.
Q: Can we sue if the hazing happened at a high school near Gage County?
A: Yes. Hazing occurs at high schools too. We represent victims of all ages.
📢 A Message to Gage County Fraternities and Sororities
We know who you are. We know where you are. And we are coming for you.
To the chapters operating near Gage County:
- Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma — if your chapter is near Gage County, know this:
- We are currently suing Pi Kappa Phi for $10 million after a student was waterboarded and hospitalized with kidney failure
- We have won millions for hazing victims nationwide
- We track your house corporations, your national organizations, and your insurance policies
- If you haze students near Gage County, we will find you
- We will sue you
- We will shut you down
The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston? Closed after our lawsuit.
Pi Kappa Alpha at Bowling Green State? Paid $10.1 million after Stone Foltz died.
Phi Delta Theta at LSU? Hit with a $6.1 million jury verdict after Maxwell Gruver died.
Your chapter could be next.
🏫 A Message to Gage County Universities and Colleges
Peru State College, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Doane University — you have a duty to protect your students.
- You own the fraternity houses
- You collect the rent
- You have the power to inspect, regulate, and shut down dangerous chapters
- When you fail to act, students get hurt
- When students get hurt, you pay
University of Houston paid after a student was hospitalized in 2017. They paid again in 2025.
Penn State paid $110 million after Timothy Piazza died.
Bowling Green State paid $2.9 million after Stone Foltz died.
Your institution could be next.
🌍 Gage County Families — You Are Not Alone
Hazing is a national crisis. But so is the fight against it.
Attorney 911 is part of a nationwide movement to end hazing. We are currently representing victims in Texas, and we are ready to bring that fight to Gage County, Nebraska.
If your child has been hazed — at Peru State College, UNL, Doane, or any school near Gage County — we can help.
Call us. We will listen. We will fight. We will win.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com/hazing
Justice for Gage County hazing victims starts here.
