Hazing Victims in Hampshire County: Your Legal Rights and How to Seek Justice

Hampshire County Families: You Are Not Alone

If your child has been a victim of hazing at a college, university, or Greek organization in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, you may feel overwhelmed, betrayed, and unsure of what to do next. The physical and emotional trauma of hazing can leave lasting scars, and the institutions responsible often try to silence victims rather than take accountability.

At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for a student who was hospitalized with severe injuries from hazing. We know how to hold fraternities, sororities, and universities accountable—and we are ready to bring that same fight to Hampshire County.

This Could Happen in Hampshire County

The same national fraternities and sororities involved in hazing deaths and injuries nationwide—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, and others—have active chapters at colleges and universities near Hampshire County. If your child attends or pledges at any of these institutions, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

Hampshire County parents deserve the same aggressive representation we provide in Texas.

What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Illegal in Massachusetts)

Hazing is any activity that endangers the mental or physical health of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in a group. Under Massachusetts law (M.G.L. c. 269, § 17-19), hazing is a criminal offense, and consent is not a defense.

Common Hazing Activities That Can Cause Serious Harm

• Forced excessive alcohol consumption (leading to alcohol poisoning)
• Extreme physical exertion (pushups, runs, or exercises until collapse)
• Waterboarding or simulated drowning (a form of torture)
• Physical abuse (hitting, paddling, or branding)
• Forced consumption of food, liquids, or non-food substances (until vomiting)
• Sleep deprivation (late-night activities, early-morning tasks)
• Psychological abuse (humiliation, threats, or isolation)

If your child experienced any of these, they may have a legal claim—even if they initially agreed to participate.

Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Hampshire County?

When hazing occurs, multiple parties can be held legally responsible, including:

In our current case, we are suing:

• Pi Kappa Phi National (for failing to stop hazing despite prior deaths)
• The local chapter (for organizing the abuse)
• University of Houston (for owning the fraternity house where hazing occurred)
• Individual members (for participating in the abuse)

Hampshire County families can pursue the same legal action against responsible parties.

What Should You Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Hampshire County?

Step 1: Seek Immediate Medical Attention

• Go to the ER or urgent care—even if injuries seem minor. Some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis or internal bleeding) may not appear immediately.
• Document everything—take photos of injuries, save medical records, and keep track of all symptoms.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Hazing cases are won or lost based on evidence. Do not delete anything.
✅ Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs)
✅ Take screenshots of any hazing-related messages or posts
✅ Document witness names (other pledges, bystanders, friends)
✅ Keep physical evidence (clothing, objects used in hazing)

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Without a Lawyer

• They will try to control the narrative—do not give statements without legal counsel.
• They may offer a quick settlement—these are almost always lowball offers that don’t cover long-term damages.
• They may pressure you to sign a waiver—never sign anything without consulting an attorney.

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

Hazing victims in Hampshire County have legal rights—but you must act fast.

• Massachusetts has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
• Evidence disappears quickly—witnesses forget, messages get deleted, and organizations destroy records.
• We offer free consultations—call 1-888-ATTY-911 or email ralph@atty911.com today.

What Compensation Can Hampshire County Hazing Victims Recover?

Hazing can cause physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial losses. We fight for compensation for:

In our current case, we are seeking $10 million—and we will fight for Hampshire County families to receive the same level of justice.

Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Hampshire County Hazing Case?

1. We Are Fighting This Battle RIGHT NOW

• We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
• We know how to build these cases, negotiate with institutions, and win in court.
• Hampshire County families get the same aggressive representation.

2. We Have Insider Knowledge of How Fraternities Operate

• Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena are both former insurance defense attorneys—we know how these organizations think and how they try to avoid accountability.
• We’ve seen their playbook, and we know how to dismantle it.

3. We Travel to Hampshire County for Your Case

• While we are based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve hazing victims nationwide.
• We offer remote consultations via video call.
• We will travel to Hampshire County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.

4. We Work on Contingency—You Pay Nothing Upfront

• No fees unless we win your case.
• We front all costs—medical records, expert witnesses, court fees.
• You only pay if we secure compensation for you.

5. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)

• Hazing affects students from all backgrounds.
• We provide bilingual legal services for Spanish-speaking families.

Hampshire County Universities and Colleges at Risk for Hazing

Hampshire County is home to several colleges and universities where Greek life thrives, including:

• Amherst College (Amherst, MA)
• Hampshire College (Amherst, MA)
• Mount Holyoke College (South Hadley, MA)
• Smith College (Northampton, MA)
• University of Massachusetts Amherst (Amherst, MA)

The same national fraternities and sororities involved in hazing deaths and injuries nationwide have active chapters at these schools.

If your child attends or pledges at any of these institutions, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

Hazing Is Not “Tradition”—It’s Abuse

Fraternities and sororities often claim hazing is “tradition” or “just part of the process.” This is a lie.

• Hazing is illegal in Massachusetts.
• Consent is not a defense.
• Universities and national organizations are legally responsible for preventing it.

If they failed to protect your child, they must be held accountable.

Next Steps for Hampshire County Families

1. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a Free Consultation

• We will evaluate your case at no cost.
• We will explain your legal rights and options.

2. Preserve All Evidence

• Do not delete messages, photos, or videos.
• Do not sign anything from the fraternity, sorority, or university.

3. Let Us Handle the Legal Battle

• We will communicate with the defendants on your behalf.
• We will gather evidence and build a strong case.
• We will fight for the maximum compensation possible.

Hampshire County Hazing Victims: We Are Here to Help

You don’t have to fight this alone.
The institutions that hurt your child have teams of lawyers—you deserve the same fierce representation.

Call Attorney 911 today at 1-888-ATTY-911 or email ralph@atty911.com.
Free consultation. No upfront fees. We only get paid if we win.

Hampshire County families: Enough is enough.