Hazing Lawyers in Levy County, Florida – Attorney 911 Fights for Victims
🚨 Hazing Is Happening in Levy County – And It’s Time to Stop It
Levy County families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. They trust universities, fraternities, and sororities to provide a positive experience—not torture, abuse, or life-threatening hazing.
But the truth is, hazing is happening right here in Levy County and across Florida. The same national fraternities that have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others—have active chapters at universities near Levy County. And just like in Houston, where our firm is currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit, these organizations are putting students at risk.
If your child has been hazed in Levy County, you don’t have to stay silent. You have legal rights. And we’re here to fight for you.
📞 Levy County Hazing Victims: Call Now for a Free Consultation
1-888-ATTY-911
Or email: ralph@atty911.com
We serve Levy County families from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont—no matter where the hazing occurred.
🔥 The Hazing Crisis in Levy County & Florida: What Families Need to Know
1. Hazing Is Not Just “Tradition” – It’s Abuse
Hazing isn’t harmless fun. It’s systematic abuse designed to humiliate, degrade, and physically harm students. In our current case against Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston, a student was:
- Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning)
- Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups until he collapsed
- Struck with wooden paddles
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to keep running
- Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis (kidney failure)
This isn’t “brotherhood.” It’s torture.
2. The Same Fraternities Operate Near Levy County
The fraternities involved in hazing deaths and lawsuits nationwide—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others—have chapters at universities near Levy County, including:
- University of Florida (Gainesville)
- Florida State University (Tallahassee)
- University of Central Florida (Orlando)
- University of South Florida (Tampa)
- Florida A&M University (Tallahassee)
If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority in Florida, they face the same risks we’re fighting in Texas.
3. Universities Are Complicit – And They Must Be Held Accountable
In our Houston case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing occurred. They had the power to inspect, regulate, and shut down dangerous activities—but they didn’t.
Florida universities near Levy County have the same responsibility. If they fail to protect students, they can be held liable—just like UH.
4. Florida Has Strong Anti-Hazing Laws – But Victims Need Legal Help
Florida’s Andrew’s Law (named after Florida State University student Andrew Coffey, who died from hazing in 2017) makes hazing a felony in some cases. But too often, universities and fraternities cover up incidents rather than face consequences.
That’s where we come in. We force institutions to take responsibility—and we make sure victims get the justice they deserve.
⚖️ What Is Hazing Under Florida Law?
Florida Statute § 1006.63 defines hazing as:
“Any action or situation that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for purposes including, but not limited to, initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution.”
This includes:
✅ Physical abuse (beatings, paddling, forced exercise)
✅ Forced consumption (alcohol, food, drugs)
✅ Sleep deprivation (late-night activities, early-morning tasks)
✅ Psychological torture (humiliation, degradation, threats)
✅ Dangerous stunts (blindfolded activities, extreme weather exposure)
Florida law also states: “Consent is not a defense.” Even if a student “agreed” to participate, the organization can still be held liable.
💰 Hazing Cases Win Millions – And Levy County Victims Deserve Justice
Hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts across the country. Some recent examples:
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz (2021) | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | $10.1 million settlement |
| Maxwell Gruver (2017) | Phi Delta Theta | Louisiana State | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza (2017) | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | $110+ million settlement |
| Andrew Coffey (2017) | Pi Kappa Phi | Florida State | Confidential settlement |
Our firm is currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. The same legal strategies apply to Levy County victims—and we will fight just as hard for your family.
🏥 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Levy County
If your child has been hazed, time is critical. Evidence disappears, memories fade, and the statute of limitations (usually 2 years in Florida) starts ticking.
✅ Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately
- Even if injuries seem minor, get a medical evaluation.
- Hazing can cause rhabdomyolysis (kidney failure), traumatic brain injuries, alcohol poisoning, and psychological trauma.
- Medical records are crucial evidence for your case.
✅ Step 2: Preserve All Evidence
- Take photos/videos of injuries, the hazing location, and any items used (paddles, alcohol bottles, etc.).
- Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, emails).
- Write down everything (dates, times, what happened, who was involved).
- Get witness names and contact info (other pledges, bystanders).
✅ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer
- They will try to control the narrative, destroy evidence, and pressure your child into silence.
- Anything your child says can be used against them in a lawsuit.
- Do not sign anything from the fraternity, sorority, or university.
✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately
1-888-ATTY-911
Or email: ralph@atty911.com
We offer free, confidential consultations for Levy County hazing victims. We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win your case.
📋 Who Can Be Held Liable for Hazing in Levy County?
When hazing happens, multiple parties can be held responsible:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and participated in hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise, enforce anti-hazing policies |
| University | Owns/controls property, failed to prevent hazing |
| Chapter Officers | Leaders who allowed or directed hazing |
| Individual Members | Participated in or failed to stop hazing |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing at their homes |
| Insurance Companies | Provide coverage for hazing incidents |
Our firm sues EVERYONE responsible—not just the students, but the institutions that enabled the abuse.
💔 Common Hazing Injuries We See in Levy County Cases
Hazing can cause life-altering injuries, including:
| Physical Injuries | Psychological Injuries |
|---|---|
| ✅ Rhabdomyolysis (kidney failure) | ✅ PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) |
| ✅ Alcohol poisoning | ✅ Severe anxiety & depression |
| ✅ Broken bones | ✅ Suicidal thoughts |
| ✅ Internal bleeding | ✅ Trust issues & social withdrawal |
| ✅ Traumatic brain injury | ✅ Academic decline |
| ✅ Burns (from branding/heat) | ✅ Substance abuse (self-medicating) |
| ✅ Hypothermia/frostbite | ✅ Loss of self-esteem |
| ✅ Sexual assault injuries |
These injuries can have lifelong consequences. That’s why victims deserve full compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.
🎯 Why Levy County Families Choose Attorney 911 for Hazing Cases
1. We’re Currently Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit – Right Now
- Our firm is actively litigating a hazing case against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston.
- We know exactly how these organizations operate—and how to beat them.
- Levy County families get the same aggressive representation we’re providing in Houston.
2. We’re Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We Know Their Playbook
- Both of our attorneys used to work for insurance companies.
- We know how they try to deny claims, lowball settlements, and manipulate victims.
- We use that insider knowledge to maximize your compensation.
3. We Have Federal Court Authority – We Can Sue Anywhere
- We’re admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas.
- We can pursue hazing cases nationwide, including in Florida.
- Distance is not a barrier—we’ll travel to Levy County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
4. We Speak Spanish – Se Habla Español
- Hazing affects all communities, including Spanish-speaking families.
- We provide bilingual legal services so language is never a barrier to justice.
5. We Work on Contingency – $0 Upfront for Levy County Families
- You pay nothing unless we win your case.
- We cover all case expenses (medical records, experts, court fees).
- No financial risk—just justice.
6. We’ve Won Millions for Victims Like You
- Multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts in personal injury cases.
- BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience).
- Former insurance defense attorneys—we know how to fight big corporations.
📞 Levy County Hazing Victims: Call Now for Justice
1-888-ATTY-911
Or email: ralph@atty911.com
We serve Levy County from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont—no matter where the hazing occurred.
Free consultation. No upfront fees. You pay nothing unless we win.
🚨 Warning to Fraternities & Sororities Near Levy County
We are watching.
The same legal strategies that shut down the Pi Kappa Phi chapter at the University of Houston apply to every fraternity and sorority near Levy County.
If your chapter hazes students, we will find out. We will sue you, your national organization, and your university. And we will win.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi, Beta Theta Pi—if your chapter is near Levy County, know this:
- We track your house corporations, alumni chapters, and insurance policies.
- We know your national organization’s history of hazing deaths.
- We have won millions in hazing cases—and we will do it again.
The Beta Nu chapter at UH? Shut down. The next chapter could be yours.
📚 Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing Lawsuits in Levy County
Q: My child was hazed, but they don’t want to sue. Should we still talk to a lawyer?
A: Yes. Even if your child doesn’t want to sue now, evidence disappears quickly. A consultation with us is free and confidential. We can:
- Preserve evidence for future legal action
- Advise you on reporting the incident to the university or police
- Protect your child from retaliation
Q: The fraternity says my child “consented” to hazing. Is that a defense?
A: No. Under Florida law (Andrew’s Law), consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the organization can still be held liable.
Q: How much is a hazing case worth in Levy County?
A: Every case is different, but hazing lawsuits have resulted in:
- $6.1 million jury verdicts (Gruver case)
- $10+ million settlements (Foltz case)
- $110+ million settlements (Piazza case)
Factors that increase case value:
✔ Severe physical injuries (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage)
✔ Psychological trauma (PTSD, therapy, medication)
✔ Wrongful death (if the hazing resulted in death)
✔ Institutional knowledge (if the university or fraternity knew about prior hazing)
✔ Cover-up attempts (if they tried to hide the incident)
Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?
A: In Florida, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is 2 years from the date of the injury. Do not wait—evidence disappears, and witnesses forget.
Q: Will my child have to testify in court?
A: Most hazing cases settle before trial. However, if the case does go to trial, your child may need to testify. We prepare our clients thoroughly and support them every step of the way.
Q: Can we sue the university, or just the fraternity?
A: Yes, you can sue the university. If the university:
- Owns or controls the property where hazing occurred
- Knew or should have known about hazing risks
- Failed to implement proper oversight
- Had prior hazing incidents and didn’t act
In our Houston case, the University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing happened. We’re holding them accountable—and we’ll do the same for Levy County families.
Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?
A: You can still sue. Hazing is illegal on or off campus. If it happened at a private home, the homeowners (including alumni) can be held liable.
Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer?
A: Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, meaning:
- You pay $0 to hire us.
- We cover all case expenses (medical records, experts, court fees).
- We only get paid if we win your case (typically 33-40% of the settlement).
🏆 Our Commitment to Levy County Hazing Victims
At Attorney 911, we don’t just see your child as a case—we see them as a person. We understand the fear, shame, and trauma that hazing victims and families go through.
Our promise to Levy County families:
✅ We will listen—without judgment.
✅ We will fight—aggressively, relentlessly, and strategically.
✅ We will win—because we know how to beat these institutions.
✅ We will protect your child—from retaliation, intimidation, and further harm.
You are not alone. We are here to help.
📞 Levy County Hazing Victims: Call Now
1-888-ATTY-911
Or email: ralph@atty911.com
Free consultation. No upfront fees. You pay nothing unless we win.
We serve Levy County from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont—no matter where the hazing occurred.
📍 Serving Levy County & All of Florida
While we are based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Levy County and across Florida. We can assist victims from:
- Bronson
- Cedar Key
- Chiefland
- Fanning Springs
- Inglis
- Otter Creek
- Williston
- Yankeetown
- And all other Levy County communities
We also serve students hazed at nearby Florida universities, including:
- University of Florida (Gainesville)
- Florida State University (Tallahassee)
- University of Central Florida (Orlando)
- University of South Florida (Tampa)
- Florida A&M University (Tallahassee)
🚨 Final Warning to Fraternities & Sororities Near Levy County
This is your last chance to clean up your chapters.
The Pi Kappa Phi chapter at the University of Houston is shut down because of our lawsuit. The same thing can happen to your chapter if you haze students.
We are watching. We are documenting. And we will sue.
To Greek organizations near Levy County:
- Stop hazing now.
- Report dangerous activities.
- Hold your members accountable.
Because if you don’t, we will.
📞 Levy County Families: The Time to Act Is Now
1-888-ATTY-911
Or email: ralph@atty911.com
Free consultation. No upfront fees. You pay nothing unless we win.
Justice for hazing victims starts with a phone call.
