🚨 Hazing Victims Legal Rights in Hall County, Nebraska

Hall County Families: Your Child Was Hazed. You Have Rights.

Hazing isn’t just “tradition” or “boys being boys” in Hall County. It’s assault. It’s battery. It’s torture. And in Nebraska, it’s illegal.

At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — where a student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until his kidneys failed, and hospitalized for four days. The same fraternities operate at universities near Hall County. The same abuse happens to Hall County students. And we will fight for Hall County families with the same fury.

If your child was hazed in Hall County, Nebraska — you have legal rights. You can sue. You can hold them accountable. And you can protect the next student.

What Counts as Hazing in Nebraska?

Under Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.06, hazing is defined as:

“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.”

This includes:

✅ Physical abuse — beatings, paddling, forced exercise to exhaustion
✅ Forced consumption — alcohol, drugs, food until vomiting
✅ Psychological torture — humiliation, degradation, threats
✅ Waterboarding/simulated drowning — as seen in our current case
✅ Sleep deprivation — forced late-night activities
✅ Exposure to elements — stripping in cold weather
✅ Sexual humiliation — forced nudity, carrying sexual objects

Nebraska law is clear: CONSENT IS NOT A DEFENSE. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, it doesn’t matter. The law protects them.

Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Hall County?

Hazing cases aren’t just against the individuals who did it. We sue everyone who allowed it to happen.

1. The Local Chapter

• The fraternity or sorority chapter that organized the hazing
• The chapter officers (president, pledge master, etc.)
• Individual members who participated

2. The National Organization

• The national fraternity/sorority that oversees the local chapter
• They have millions in assets and insurance
• They knew or should have known about the hazing culture

3. The University

• Central Community College (Grand Island, NE) — the largest higher education institution in Hall County
• Other nearby universities where Hall County students attend:
  • University of Nebraska at Kearney
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Creighton University
  • Doane University
  • Hastings College
• They have a duty to protect students — when they fail, they’re liable

4. The Housing Corporation

• The entity that owns the fraternity/sorority house
• If hazing occurred on their property, they’re responsible

5. Individual Perpetrators

• Every person who participated in or facilitated the hazing
• They can be sued personally — and their assets are at risk

What Can Hall County Families Recover?

Hazing cases can result in substantial compensation for victims and their families. In our current $10 million case, we’re pursuing:

Precedent Cases Show Hall County Families Can Win Big:

• $10.1 million — Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Ohio)
• $6.1 million — Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, Louisiana)
• $110+ million — Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Pennsylvania)

These same results are possible for Hall County victims.

Hall County Hazing: What to Do Right Now

If your child was hazed in Hall County, time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations expire.

✅ STEP 1: Seek Medical Attention

• Even if injuries seem minor, get checked
• Document everything — medical records are evidence
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can be life-threatening

✅ STEP 2: Preserve Evidence

• Take photos of injuries at all stages
• Screenshot all texts, GroupMe chats, social media posts
• Save any clothing or objects used in hazing
• Get names of witnesses and other victims

✅ STEP 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization

• They will try to control the narrative
• They will destroy evidence
• They will pressure you to stay quiet
• Anything you say can be used against you

✅ STEP 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

• Free consultation — no cost to evaluate your case
• No upfront fees — we work on contingency; we don’t get paid unless you do
• Nationwide representation — we can pursue your case no matter where the hazing occurred
• Federal court authority — we can sue national organizations anywhere

Hall County Fraternities and Sororities with Hazing Risks

Hall County students attend colleges and universities across Nebraska and the Midwest. Many of these institutions have active Greek life chapters — including the same organizations involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits.

Fraternities with Documented Hazing Histories Near Hall County:

Sororities with Hazing Risks:

While sorority hazing is less publicized, it absolutely happens — and can include:

• Forced alcohol consumption
• Extreme physical challenges
• Sleep deprivation
• Psychological humiliation

Hall County sororities to be aware of:

• Chi Omega
• Kappa Delta
• Delta Delta Delta
• Alpha Phi
• Delta Gamma
• Pi Beta Phi

Hall County Universities: They Knew and Failed to Act

Universities near Hall County have a legal duty to protect students from hazing. When they fail, they can be held liable.

Central Community College (Grand Island, NE)

• Largest higher education institution in Hall County
• While CCC may not have traditional Greek life, hazing can occur in:
  • Athletic teams
  • Student clubs and organizations
  • Honor societies
  • ROTC programs
  • Music groups (band, choir)

If your child was hazed at CCC, the college may be liable for failing to prevent it.

Universities Near Hall County Where Hazing Occurs:

These universities have the same liability as the University of Houston in our current case — they own property, oversee Greek life, and have the power to stop hazing. When they don’t, they pay.

Nebraska Hazing Laws: What Hall County Families Need to Know

Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.06 — Hazing Prohibited

(1) A person commits hazing if he or she intentionally or recklessly engages in any act or causes any situation which subjects another person to humiliation, degradation, abuse, endangerment, or intimidation for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, or continued membership in any organization.

(2) It is not a defense to a charge of hazing that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.

Penalties:

• Class II misdemeanor — up to 6 months in jail, $1,000 fine
• Class I misdemeanor — if serious bodily injury occurs (up to 1 year in jail, $1,000 fine)
• Class IV felony — if death results (up to 5 years in prison, $10,000 fine)

Civil Liability:

• Victims can sue for compensatory damages (medical bills, pain and suffering)
• Victims can sue for punitive damages (to punish egregious conduct)

Hall County Hazing: Common Scenarios We Handle

1. Forced Alcohol Consumption

• “Big Brother Night” where pledges are forced to drink
• “Bible Study” where wrong answers = more alcohol
• Result: Alcohol poisoning, hospitalization, death

Hall County Application: If your child was forced to drink at a fraternity or sorority near Hall County, we can sue.

2. Extreme Physical Punishment

• 100+ pushups, 500+ squats, bear crawls, “suicides”
• Result: Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), kidney failure, hospitalization

Hall County Application: Our current client was forced to do 500 squats until his kidneys failed. The same happens to Hall County students.

3. Waterboarding and Simulated Drowning

• Spraying with hoses while doing calisthenics
• Holding underwater
• Result: Psychological trauma, fear of drowning

Hall County Application: Waterboarding is torture — whether done to enemy combatants or Hall County students. It’s illegal.

4. Forced Eating Until Vomiting

• Large amounts of milk, hot dogs, peppercorns
• Forced to continue running after vomiting
• Result: Choking hazards, aspiration, humiliation

Hall County Application: This isn’t “tradition” — it’s abuse. We sue for it.

5. Sleep Deprivation and Exhaustion

• Forced to drive members during early morning hours
• Late-night workouts and activities
• Result: Exhaustion, car accidents, mental health decline

Hall County Application: Sleep deprivation is a form of torture. It’s illegal.

6. Psychological Torture and Humiliation

• Forced to carry sexual objects
• Hog-tying, blindfolding, verbal abuse
• Threats of expulsion for non-compliance
• Result: PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation

Hall County Application: Psychological harm is just as real as physical harm. We pursue both.

Why Hall County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

• We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing case against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston
• We know the tactics defendants use to avoid accountability
• We know how to maximize compensation for victims

2. We Have Insider Knowledge

• Ralph Manginello — 25+ years of litigation experience
• Lupe Pena — Former national insurance defense attorney
• We know how insurance companies think — because we used to work for them
• We use that knowledge to dismantle their defenses

3. We Work on Contingency — $0 Upfront

• No upfront costs — you pay nothing to hire us
• No hourly fees — we don’t bill by the hour
• We take the risk — we only get paid if we win your case
• Hall County families pay nothing unless we recover money for them

4. We Serve Hall County Families Nationwide

• While based in Texas, we represent hazing victims anywhere in America
• Federal court authority — we can sue national organizations in federal court
• Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York
• We travel to Hall County for depositions, meetings, and trials

5. We Protect Hall County Victims from Retaliation

• Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is fearful of retribution
• We understand the intimidation culture in Greek life
• We protect our clients’ identities when necessary
• We take threats of retaliation very seriously

6. We Have a Proven Track Record

• $10+ million in our current hazing case
• Multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases
• Former insurance defense attorneys — we know how to win
• Google 4.9 stars — 250+ reviews from satisfied clients

Hall County Hazing: Frequently Asked Questions

1. My child was hazed, but they “consented.” Can we still sue?

YES. Nebraska law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, it doesn’t matter. The law protects them.

2. The fraternity says it was “just tradition.” Is that a defense?

NO. “Tradition” does not justify illegal activity. Assault is assault. Torture is torture. The law doesn’t care what they call it.

3. My child attends a small college near Hall County. Do they still have hazing?

YES. Hazing happens at all types of institutions — large universities, small colleges, community colleges, even high schools. If there’s a student organization with a power dynamic, hazing can occur.

4. The hazing happened off-campus. Can we still sue the university?

YES. Universities have a duty to protect students on and off campus. If the university knew or should have known about the hazing, they can be held liable.

5. My child was hazed last year. Is it too late to sue?

It depends. Nebraska has a 4-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. However, you should act immediately — evidence disappears, and witnesses forget.

6. The fraternity is trying to settle with us directly. Should we accept?

NO. Their first offer will be a lowball amount designed to make you go away. They want to settle quickly before you know the full extent of your injuries. Always consult an attorney before accepting any settlement.

7. My child was hazed at a university outside Hall County. Can you still help?

YES. We represent hazing victims nationwide. Wherever the hazing occurred, we can pursue your case.

8. Will my child have to testify in court?

Possibly, but most cases settle before trial. If your case does go to trial, we will prepare your child thoroughly and support them every step of the way.

9. How much is my Hall County hazing case worth?

Every case is different. Factors include:

• Severity of injuries
• Medical expenses
• Psychological impact
• University’s knowledge of prior incidents
• Pattern of abuse at the chapter

In our current case, we’re seeking $10 million. Hall County cases can reach similar amounts.

10. What if my child was hazed at a high school in Hall County?

Hazing also occurs in high schools — especially in:

• Athletic teams
• Marching bands
• Student clubs
• Honor societies

We handle high school hazing cases too.

Hall County Hazing: The Time to Act is Now

Hazing victims often delay reporting due to:

• Shame and embarrassment
• Fear of social retaliation
• Loyalty to the organization
• Not recognizing it as hazing
• Pressure from members to stay quiet

But every day you wait:

• Evidence disappears
• Witnesses forget
• The organization destroys records
• Your legal rights expire

Hall County families: You don’t have to face this alone.

📞 Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 Email: ralph@atty911.com

Free consultation. No upfront costs. We don’t get paid unless you do.

Hall County Hazing: Our Promise to You

1. We will listen — without judgment, with compassion
2. We will investigate — gather evidence, interview witnesses, build your case
3. We will fight — against the fraternity, the university, the individuals
4. We will protect you — from retaliation, from intimidation
5. We will maximize your compensation — so you can focus on healing
6. We will prevent this from happening again — by holding them accountable

Hall County families: Your child didn’t deserve this. They deserve justice. They deserve compensation. They deserve to be heard.

We are Attorney 911. We are Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena. And we are ready to fight for you.

🚨 IMMEDIATE HELP FOR HALL COUNTY HAZING VICTIMS

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