Hazing Victims in Nez Perce County Deserve Justice**
This Happened in Houston. It Could Happen in Nez Perce County.
If your child attends college near Nez Perce County, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston. The same national fraternities operate at universities in Idaho, and the same dangerous hazing culture exists—often hidden behind the guise of “tradition.”
At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and the University of Houston for the severe hazing of a young man who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats until he collapsed, and hospitalized with kidney failure. This isn’t just hazing—it’s torture, and it happens at universities across America, including those near Nez Perce County.
If your child has been hazed, abused, or injured in a fraternity, sorority, or any student organization near Nez Perce County, you have legal rights—and we will fight for you.
What Happened in Houston Could Happen in Nez Perce County
The Case That Should Alarm Nez Perce County Families
In November 2025, our client, Leonel Bermudez, accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at the University of Houston. What followed was weeks of systematic abuse that nearly cost him his life:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose—simulated drowning, a form of torture
- Forced to perform 500 squats, 100 pushups, and extreme physical punishment until he collapsed
- Struck with wooden paddles—physical assault with weapons
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then made to lie in his own vomit
- Another pledge lost consciousness during hazing—yet the fraternity continued
- Hospitalized for 4 days with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure
This wasn’t “tradition.” It was abuse. And it could happen to your child at a university near Nez Perce County.
Why This Should Concern Nez Perce County Families
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The Same Fraternities Operate in Idaho
- Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and other national fraternities have active chapters at universities near Nez Perce County, including:
- University of Idaho (Moscow, ID) – Just 30 miles north of Nez Perce County
- Washington State University (Pullman, WA) – 20 miles west of Nez Perce County
- Lewis-Clark State College (Lewiston, ID) – Located within Nez Perce County
- These organizations operate under the same national policies that failed to prevent the abuse in Houston.
- Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and other national fraternities have active chapters at universities near Nez Perce County, including:
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Universities Near Nez Perce County Have the Same Oversight Failures
- The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where the hazing occurred—yet they failed to stop it.
- Universities near Nez Perce County have the same responsibility to protect students—and the same potential liability when they fail.
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Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines
- Hazing is a national epidemic, not just a Texas problem.
- Since 2000, at least one hazing death has occurred every year in the U.S.
- 95% of hazing victims never report it—meaning the problem is far worse than we know.
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Nez Perce County Families Deserve the Same Aggressive Representation
- We are currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit in Houston.
- The same legal strategies apply to Nez Perce County victims—no matter where the hazing occurred.
This Isn’t “Tradition.” It’s Abuse—and It’s Illegal in Idaho
Idaho Hazing Laws: What Nez Perce County Families Need to Know
Idaho law explicitly prohibits hazing under Idaho Code § 18-917, which defines hazing as:
“Any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them, regardless of a person’s willingness to participate.”
Hazing is a misdemeanor in Idaho, punishable by:
- Up to 6 months in jail
- Fines up to $1,000
- University disciplinary action, including expulsion
But criminal charges aren’t enough. If your child was hazed in Nez Perce County or at a nearby university, you can sue for civil damages, including:
- Medical bills (past and future)
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
- Lost wages (if hazing affected their ability to work)
- Punitive damages (to punish the organization for reckless conduct)
Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Idaho law says that doesn’t matter.
Who Is Liable for Hazing in Nez Perce County?
When hazing occurs, multiple parties can be held legally responsible, including:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter | Directly organized and conducted the hazing |
| National Fraternity/Sorority Organization | Failed to supervise the chapter; knew or should have known about hazing risks |
| University/College | Failed to prevent hazing despite having the power to do so; may own the fraternity house |
| Chapter Officers (President, Pledgemaster, etc.) | Directed or allowed the hazing to occur |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing activities |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing to occur at their homes or properties |
| Insurance Companies | May be required to pay damages under liability policies |
In our Houston case, we are suing:
✅ Pi Kappa Phi National (for failing to stop the abuse)
✅ The local UH chapter (for conducting the hazing)
✅ University of Houston (for owning the house and failing to protect students)
✅ Individual fraternity members (for participating in the abuse)
The same legal strategies apply to Nez Perce County victims.
Multi-Million Dollar Precedents: Hazing Cases Win Big
Hazing cases routinely result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Here’s what other families have recovered:
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 Million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 Million |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110+ Million |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential (major) |
These results are possible for Nez Perce County families too.
What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Nez Perce County
If your child has been hazed, time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and legal deadlines expire. Here’s what you should do immediately:
1. Get Medical Attention
- Hazing injuries (like rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, or trauma) can be life-threatening.
- Seek medical care immediately—even if injuries seem minor.
- Document everything—hospital records, doctor’s notes, and photos of injuries are crucial evidence.
2. Preserve All Evidence
- Save all communications (texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, emails).
- Take screenshots of any social media posts about the hazing.
- Photograph injuries at all stages of healing.
- Write down everything your child remembers (dates, locations, what was said, who was involved).
3. Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer
- The fraternity, sorority, or university will try to control the narrative.
- They may ask your child to sign documents or give statements—do not let them.
- Anything your child says can be used against them later.
4. Contact an Experienced Hazing Attorney Immediately
- Hazing cases have strict deadlines—in Idaho, you typically have 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.
- The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.
- We offer free, confidential consultations—call us at 1-888-ATTY-911 or email ralph@atty911.com.
Why Nez Perce County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We Are Currently Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Lawsuit
- We don’t just talk about hazing—we’re actively litigating a case right now.
- Nez Perce County families get the same aggressive representation we’re bringing to Houston.
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys—We Know Their Playbook
- Both of our attorneys worked for insurance companies before switching sides.
- We know exactly how they try to deny or minimize claims—and we use that knowledge to maximize your recovery.
3. Nationwide Reach—We Serve Nez Perce County and All of Idaho
- While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in Nez Perce County.
- Federal court authority allows us to pursue cases across state lines.
- We travel to Nez Perce County for depositions, trials, and client meetings.
4. No Upfront Costs—We Work on Contingency
- You pay nothing unless we win your case.
- Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict—not your pocket.
5. Bilingual Representation—Se Habla Español
- Hazing victims come from all backgrounds.
- We provide full legal services in Spanish—no language barriers to justice.
6. Proven Results in High-Stakes Litigation
- BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience)
- Multi-million dollar personal injury verdicts
- Federal court admissions (Texas and New York)
- 25+ years of litigation experience
The Time to Act Is Now
Hazing is not a rite of passage—it’s abuse, and it has lifelong consequences. If your child was hazed at a university near Nez Perce County, you have legal rights, and we will fight for you.
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Nez Perce County Families: Enough Is Enough
Fraternities, sororities, and universities have known for decades that hazing is dangerous. Yet they continue to allow it—until someone gets hurt, or worse, killed.
This stops now.
If your child was hazed in Nez Perce County or at a nearby university, we will fight for you with the same fury we’re bringing to our $10 million case in Houston.
Call us today. Justice starts now.
