🛡️ Hazing Victim Legal Guide for Marinette County, Wisconsin Families
Attorney 911 — Fighting for Marinette County Hazing Victims Nationwide
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🚨 Hazing Happens Here: What Marinette County Families Need to Know
Marinette County is home to hardworking families who send their children to college expecting them to be safe. But the reality is that hazing happens at universities across Wisconsin and the nation — including institutions near Marinette County. The same fraternities that waterboarded a student at University of Houston, forcing him into kidney failure, operate chapters at universities where Marinette County students attend.
This isn’t just happening in Texas. It could be happening to your child right now.
At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with severe rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure from systematic abuse. We’re bringing that same fight to Marinette County families.
If your child has been hazed at any college or university — whether in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, or anywhere in America — we can help.
🔍 What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Not “Tradition”)
Hazing is any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them — regardless of their willingness to participate.
This includes:
- Physical abuse: Beating, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion
- Forced consumption: Alcohol, food, or other substances to the point of vomiting or poisoning
- Psychological torture: Waterboarding, sleep deprivation, humiliation, threats
- Sexual abuse: Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
- Dangerous activities: Extreme weather exposure, confinement, servitude
Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s not “team bonding.” It’s not “character building.”
It is assault. It is battery. It is reckless endangerment. Sometimes, it is manslaughter.
And in Wisconsin, it is illegal.
⚖️ Wisconsin Hazing Laws: Your Legal Rights
Wisconsin has strong laws against hazing. Under Wisconsin Statute § 948.51, hazing is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to 9 months in jail and $10,000 in fines.
Key legal points for Marinette County families:
- Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child agreed to participate, hazing is still illegal.
- Organizations can be held liable. Fraternities, sororities, sports teams, and universities can be sued for damages.
- Universities have a duty to protect students. If they knew or should have known about hazing and failed to stop it, they share liability.
- You have 3 years to file a lawsuit in Wisconsin for personal injury from hazing.
At Attorney 911, we’ve seen firsthand how institutions try to silence victims. We know how to fight back.
💰 What Your Hazing Case Could Be Worth
Hazing cases often result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts — especially when institutions are involved. Here’s what recent cases have awarded:
| Case | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz (Ohio, 2021) | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver (Louisiana, 2017) | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza (Penn State, 2017) | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110+ million |
| Andrew Coffey (Florida, 2017) | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential (major) |
| Our Current Case (Texas, 2025) | Pi Kappa Phi | $10 million lawsuit pending | $10 million sought |
Marinette County families: These results are possible for your case too. We know how to build strong hazing cases and hold institutions accountable.
🏢 Who Can Be Held Liable in a Marinette County Hazing Case?
When hazing happens, multiple parties share responsibility. We pursue all of them:
- The local chapter — The fraternity or sorority that organized the hazing.
- The national organization — They set the culture and failed to supervise.
- The university — They own the property, control recognition, and have a duty to protect students.
- Individual members — Those who participated in or facilitated the hazing.
- Alumni and advisors — Those who knew about the hazing and failed to stop it.
- Insurance companies — The policies that cover these institutions.
In our current case, we’re suing:
- Pi Kappa Phi National
- The UH chapter
- The housing corporation
- The University of Houston (they owned the fraternity house)
- Individual members
We’ll bring that same comprehensive strategy to Marinette County cases.
🚑 What to Do If Your Child Has Been Hazed in Marinette County
Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately
- Hazing injuries like rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown), alcohol poisoning, and head trauma can be life-threatening.
- Go to the ER if your child is experiencing:
- Severe muscle pain
- Dark or brown urine (sign of muscle breakdown)
- Difficulty walking or moving
- Confusion or loss of consciousness
- Vomiting or nausea
- Signs of alcohol poisoning
Marinette County hospitals:
- Bay Area Medical Center (Marinette, WI)
- Bellin Health Marinette Hospital
- Aurora Medical Center – Bay Area (Marinette)
Step 2: Preserve All Evidence
DO NOT DELETE ANYTHING. Save:
- Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, Instagram DMs — Any communication about hazing.
- Photos and videos — Injuries, hazing activities, locations.
- Medical records — Hospital visits, doctor’s notes, treatment plans.
- Witness information — Names and contact info of other victims or bystanders.
- Fraternity/sorority documents — Pledge manuals, schedules, rules.
Step 3: Report the Hazing
- To the police: File a report with your local law enforcement. Hazing is a crime in Wisconsin.
- To the university: Report to the Dean of Students or Title IX office.
- To the national organization: If it’s a fraternity/sorority, report to their national headquarters.
Marinette County law enforcement:
- Marinette County Sheriff’s Office — (715) 732-7607
- Marinette Police Department — (715) 735-5721
Step 4: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Alone
- They will try to control the narrative.
- They may pressure your child to sign documents or make statements that hurt their case.
- Let us handle all communication.
Step 5: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
- Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation.
- We offer video consultations for Marinette County families who can’t travel.
- We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
🏛️ Universities Near Marinette County Where Hazing Could Be Happening
Marinette County students attend colleges and universities across Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The same national fraternities with hazing problems operate at these schools.
| University | Location | Fraternities with Hazing Histories |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Green Bay | Green Bay, WI (~1 hour from Marinette) | Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Chi, others |
| Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) | Green Bay, WI | Greek organizations present |
| Michigan Technological University | Houghton, MI (~2.5 hours) | Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Chi, others |
| Northern Michigan University | Marquette, MI (~2 hours) | Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, others |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | Madison, WI (~4 hours) | Multiple fraternities with hazing incidents |
| Marquette University | Milwaukee, WI (~4 hours) | Multiple fraternities with hazing incidents |
Marinette County parents: If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority at any of these schools — or any school — they could be at risk.
🎯 Why Marinette County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Fight Right Now
We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases, and we know how to win.
2. We Know How to Beat the “Consent” Defense
Fraternities will argue: “He agreed to participate.” Wisconsin law says consent is NOT a defense. We know how to dismantle this argument.
3. We Have Former Insurance Defense Insight
Both our attorneys worked for insurance companies before switching to represent victims. We know their playbook — and we use it against them.
4. We’ll Travel to Marinette County
We represent clients nationwide. We’ll come to Marinette County for depositions, meetings, and trials.
5. We Work on Contingency — $0 Upfront
We understand the financial strain hazing puts on families. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
6. We’re Bilingual (Se Habla Español)
We serve Spanish-speaking families in Marinette County without language barriers.
📞 What to Do Next: Call Attorney 911
If your child has been hazed — or if you suspect hazing is happening — time is critical.
Call us now for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We serve Marinette County families nationwide. Distance is not a barrier to justice.
🔥 Our Promise to Marinette County Families
“We don’t just talk about hazing. We’re fighting it in court right now. And we’ll bring that same fight to Marinette County.”
— Ralph Manginello, Attorney 911
“If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”
— Lupe Peña, Attorney 911
Marinette County families: You are not alone. We will fight for your child. We will hold the people who hurt them accountable. And we will make sure this never happens to another Marinette County family.
Call us today. The fight starts now.
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