Hazing Victim Legal Representation in Hayes County, Nebraska

Protecting Students & Families from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse

Hayes County Hazing Lawyers – Fighting for Justice Across Nebraska

Attorney 911 is a national hazing litigation firm with offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas. While we are based in Texas, we proudly serve hazing victims and their families across the United States, including Hayes County, Nebraska.

If your child has been injured, hospitalized, or traumatized due to hazing at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or other student organization in Hayes County or anywhere in Nebraska, we can help. We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit in Texas—and we bring that same aggressive representation to Nebraska families.

Call now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

Why Hayes County Families Trust Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases

1. Nationwide Experience – Local Hayes County Focus

We understand that hazing is not just a Texas problem—it happens in Hayes County, Nebraska, and across the Midwest. While we are based in Texas, we have:

Federal court authority to represent clients nationwide
Dual-state bar admission (Texas and New York)
A proven track record of holding fraternities, sororities, and universities accountable

We will travel to Hayes County, Nebraska, for depositions, trials, and client meetings. Distance is not a barrier to justice.

2. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

We are currently representing a hazing victim in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure—all as part of a “pledge process.”

This same abuse happens in Nebraska. The same fraternities operate at universities near Hayes County. The same negligence exists at Nebraska institutions. We will fight for Hayes County families with the same intensity we’re bringing to our current case.

3. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook

Both of our attorneys—Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña—worked for national insurance defense firms before switching sides to represent victims. We know:

How fraternities and universities try to minimize claims
How they shift blame onto victims
How they destroy or hide evidence

We use that insider knowledge to dismantle their defenses and maximize your recovery.

4. No Upfront Costs – We Work on Contingency

We understand that the cost of hiring a lawyer can be a concern for Hayes County families. That’s why we take hazing cases on a contingency fee basis:

$0 upfront
$0 unless we win your case
We only get paid if you get paid

You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

5. Bilingual Representation – Se Habla Español

Hazing affects students from all backgrounds. If your family speaks Spanish, we can communicate with you in Spanish—no language barriers to justice.

The Hazing Crisis in Nebraska – What Hayes County Families Need to Know

Hazing Is Not “Tradition” – It’s Abuse

Hazing is not harmless fun. It’s not “building character.” It’s not “just how things are done.” Hazing is:
✅ Assault – Physical beatings, forced exercise, waterboarding
✅ Battery – Paddling, branding, physical abuse
✅ Torture – Sleep deprivation, extreme weather exposure, humiliation
✅ Reckless Endangerment – Forced alcohol consumption, extreme physical exertion
✅ Sometimes Manslaughter or Murder – When hazing leads to death

Nebraska Hazing Laws – Your Legal Rights

Nebraska has strong anti-hazing laws that apply to all student organizations, including fraternities and sororities.

Nebraska Revised Statute § 28-311.08 – Hazing Defined

Hazing is:

“Any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humbles, degrades, or risks emotional or physical harm, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.”

Key Points for Nebraska Families:

Consent is NOT a defense – Even if your child “agreed” to participate, hazing is still illegal.
Criminal penalties – Hazing is a Class I misdemeanor in Nebraska (up to 1 year in jail and $1,000 fine).
Civil liability – Victims and families can sue for medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Nebraska Hazing Case?

If your child was hazed in Hayes County or anywhere in Nebraska, multiple parties can be held accountable, including:

The local fraternity/sorority chapter – The individuals who organized and participated in hazing.
The national fraternity/sorority organization – For failing to supervise and enforce anti-hazing policies.
The university or college – For failing to protect students despite knowing about hazing risks.
Individual members – Chapter officers, pledgemasters, and active members who participated.
Alumni or advisors – Those who enabled or turned a blind eye to hazing.

Example: If a fraternity at Chadron State College or University of Nebraska hazed your child, we can sue the chapter, the national organization, and the university—just like we’re doing in our current $10 million case.

Common Hazing Injuries in Nebraska – When to Call a Lawyer

Hazing can cause serious, life-altering injuries. If your child experienced any of the following due to hazing in Hayes County or Nebraska, you may have a legal claim:

Injury	Example	Legal Action
Rhabdomyolysis	Extreme exercise (500 squats, bear crawls) causing muscle breakdown and kidney failure	Yes – Medical records prove liability
Alcohol Poisoning	Forced drinking leading to hospitalization or death	Yes – Criminal and civil liability
Traumatic Brain Injury	Beating, falls, or lack of oxygen (waterboarding)	Yes – Long-term medical costs
Broken Bones	Paddling, beatings, or physical abuse	Yes – Clear evidence of assault
Internal Injuries	Lacerated spleen, internal bleeding	Yes – Life-threatening harm
PTSD & Anxiety	Psychological trauma from humiliation, threats, or abuse	Yes – Therapy and compensation
Sexual Assault	Forced nudity, sexual acts, or harassment	Yes – Criminal and civil liability
Wrongful Death	Fatal hazing incident	Yes – Family can sue for damages

If your child was hospitalized, traumatized, or killed due to hazing in Nebraska, call us immediately at 1-888-ATTY-911.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Hayes County or Nebraska

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor.
Rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, and head injuries can worsen over time.
Medical records are critical evidence for your case.

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

Hazing cases are won or lost based on evidence. Do not delete anything.
✅ Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs – Screenshot everything.
✅ Photos & videos – Of injuries, hazing activities, or fraternity/sorority communications.
✅ Witness information – Names and contact info of other pledges or witnesses.
✅ Medical records – Hospital bills, doctor’s notes, therapy records.
✅ Fraternity/sorority documents – Pledge manuals, schedules, or rules.

⚠️ WARNING: Fraternities and universities will try to destroy evidence. Do not talk to them without a lawyer.

Step 3: Do NOT Sign Anything

Fraternities, sororities, and universities will try to get you to sign documents that waive your rights.
Do not sign anything without consulting an attorney.

Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

Statute of limitations in Nebraska: 4 years for personal injury, but do not wait.
Evidence disappears quickly – Texts get deleted, witnesses forget, universities “lose” records.
The sooner you call us, the stronger your case will be.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

Hayes County Hazing Case Examples – What’s Possible for Nebraska Families

Case 1: $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit (Our Current Case – Texas)

Victim: Leonel Bermudez (UH Pi Kappa Phi pledge)
Injuries: Rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, 4-day hospitalization
Hazing: Waterboarding, 500 squats, wooden paddles, forced eating until vomiting
Defendants: Pi Kappa Phi National, UH, individual members
Status: $10 million lawsuit filed – ongoing

Why This Matters for Nebraska Families:

Shows that fraternities and universities can be held accountable for hazing.
Proves that multi-million-dollar settlements are possible for serious injuries.
Demonstrates that we know how to build these cases and win.

Case 2: $6.1 Million Jury Verdict (Louisiana)

Victim: Maxwell Gruver (LSU Phi Delta Theta pledge)
Cause of Death: Acute alcohol poisoning (BAC 0.495 – 6x legal limit)
Hazing: Forced drinking during “Bible Study” ritual
Outcome: $6.1 million jury verdict against fraternity
Result: Max Gruver Act – made hazing a felony in Louisiana

Case 3: $110 Million Settlement (Pennsylvania)

Victim: Timothy Piazza (Penn State Beta Theta Pi pledge)
Cause of Death: Traumatic brain injury after falling down stairs while intoxicated
Hazing: Forced drinking (“gauntlet” ritual), 18 drinks in 82 minutes
Fraternity Response: Waited 12 hours before calling 911
Outcome: $110 million settlement (estimated)
Result: Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law – strengthened Pennsylvania hazing laws

Nebraska Universities with Greek Life – Where Hazing Happens

Hazing is not limited to large schools. It happens at colleges and universities across Nebraska, including:

University	Location Near Hayes County	Notable Greek Organizations
Chadron State College	Western Nebraska	Fraternities & sororities present
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)	Lincoln, NE	Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, others
University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK)	Kearney, NE	Active Greek system
University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO)	Omaha, NE	Multiple fraternities & sororities
Creighton University	Omaha, NE	Jesuit-affiliated, but Greek life exists
Nebraska Wesleyan University	Lincoln, NE	Smaller school with Greek life

If your child was hazed at any Nebraska university, we can help.

What Nebraska Families Can Recover in a Hazing Lawsuit

If your child was hazed in Hayes County or anywhere in Nebraska, you may be entitled to compensation for:

1. Medical Expenses

Hospital bills (ER, surgery, ICU)
Future medical costs (rehabilitation, therapy, medications)
Mental health treatment (PTSD, anxiety, depression)

2. Pain and Suffering

Physical pain from injuries
Emotional distress from humiliation, threats, or abuse
Loss of enjoyment of life (inability to participate in activities)

3. Lost Wages & Future Earnings

Missed work during recovery
Lost internship or job opportunities
Reduced earning capacity if injuries are permanent

4. Punitive Damages

Punishment for egregious conduct (waterboarding, forced exercise to collapse)
Deterrence to prevent future hazing

5. Wrongful Death Damages (If Applicable)

Funeral expenses
Loss of companionship
Loss of future financial support

Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Hayes County Hazing Case?

✅ We Know Hazing Cases Inside and Out

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit in Texas.
We have experience with rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, and wrongful death cases.
We understand Greek life culture, university liability, and insurance tactics.

✅ We Don’t Back Down from Powerful Defendants

Fraternities, sororities, and universities have teams of lawyers trying to minimize your claim.
We take on the toughest cases and refuse to settle for less than full justice.

✅ We Travel to Hayes County, Nebraska

We will come to Hayes County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
We offer video consultations for Nebraska families who can’t travel.

✅ No Upfront Costs – We Only Get Paid If You Win

$0 upfront
$0 unless we recover compensation for you
We take the risk so you don’t have to

Hayes County Hazing Lawyers – Free Consultation

If your child has been hazed in Hayes County, Nebraska, or anywhere in the state, call us immediately.