🛡️ North America Hazing Lawyer — Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Legal Help
Hazing isn’t tradition. It’s torture. And North America families deserve justice.
At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — and we’re ready to bring that same aggressive representation to North America hazing victims and families.
If your child was hazed at a North America college or university, we can help — no matter where you are in North America or the country.
🚨 The Hazing Crisis in North America
Hazing isn’t just a problem “somewhere else” — it’s happening right here in North America. The same national fraternities and sororities that have paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths and injuries operate chapters at universities near North America.
The facts are undeniable:
- 55% of students in Greek organizations experience hazing
- Since 2000, there has been at least one hazing death every year in the United States
- 95% of hazing victims never report it — many out of fear or shame
- Hazing occurs in fraternities, sororities, sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, and other student organizations
North America parents: If your child is pledging a Greek organization near North America, they face the same risks we’re fighting in court right now.
⚠️ Our Current Case: What Hazing Really Looks Like
We’re currently representing Leonel Bermudez in a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the fight right now, and we’re bringing the same determination to North America hazing cases.
What Happened to Our Client:
- Waterboarded with a garden hose (simulated drowning — considered torture by the U.S. government)
- Forced to do 500 squats and 100+ pushups until he could not stand
- Struck with wooden paddles causing physical trauma
- Forced to eat until vomiting, then forced to continue running sprints
- Forced to lie in vomit-soaked grass
- Another pledge lost consciousness during forced workouts — they kept going
- Hospitalized for 4 days with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure
- Crawled up the stairs when he got home because he couldn’t walk
This didn’t happen in some faraway state. This happened in Texas. It could happen in North America.
🏛️ Who We Sue for North America Hazing Victims
Hazing isn’t just the fault of individual members. We pursue every responsible party:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture; failed to enforce policies |
| University/College | Failed to protect students; owned property where hazing occurred; had power to stop it |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed hazing activities |
| Individual Members | Participated in or failed to stop hazing |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing at their homes; premises liability |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability |
North America families: We don’t just sue broke college students. We go after the institutions with real money — universities, national organizations, and their insurance carriers.
💰 What North America Hazing Victims Can Recover
Hazing cases can result in substantial compensation for North America victims and families:
Economic Damages:
- Medical bills — Hospitalization, treatment, future care
- Lost wages — Time missed from work during recovery
- Educational damages — Disruption to academic plans
- Future earning capacity — If injuries cause permanent limitations
Non-Economic Damages:
- Physical pain and suffering — The agony of hazing and recovery
- Mental anguish — PTSD, anxiety, depression from abuse
- Emotional distress — Humiliation, shame, loss of trust
- Loss of enjoyment of life — Impact on college experience and relationships
Punitive Damages:
- Punishment for outrageous conduct — When hazing is particularly egregious
- Deterrence — To prevent future hazing
- Pattern of negligence — When institutions knew about problems and did nothing
Recent hazing settlements and verdicts:
- $10.1 million — Stone Foltz (Bowling Green State)
- $6.1 million — Maxwell Gruver (LSU)
- $110+ million — Timothy Piazza (Penn State)
- $4+ million — Adam Oakes (VCU)
North America families: These results are possible for your case too.
⚖️ North America Hazing Laws — Your Legal Rights
Texas Hazing Law (and Similar Laws Nationwide)
Texas Education Code § 37.151-37.157 defines hazing as:
Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, initiation, affiliation, holding office, or maintaining membership in an organization.
This includes:
- Physical brutality (beating, paddling, waterboarding)
- Forced consumption (food, alcohol, non-food substances)
- Sleep deprivation
- Exposure to elements
- Extreme physical exercise
- Psychological abuse
CRITICAL LEGAL POINT:
“It is not a defense to prosecution that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.”
— Texas Education Code § 37.154
North America families: Even if your child “agreed” to participate, consent is not a defense. The law is clear.
🔍 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in North America
Immediate Action Steps:
- Seek medical attention — Even if injuries seem minor, document everything
- Preserve all evidence — Texts, social media, photos, videos, witness names
- Do NOT talk to the organization — They will try to control the narrative
- Do NOT post on social media — Anything you post can be used against you
- Do NOT sign anything — The organization may try to get you to waive rights
- Contact an attorney immediately — Statutes of limitations apply (typically 2 years)
North America families: Call us before you talk to the university, the fraternity/sorority, or their lawyers. We protect your rights from the very first call.
📞 North America Hazing Lawyer — Free Consultation
If your child was hazed at a college or university near North America, call us now for a free, confidential consultation.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Distance is not a barrier. While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including in North America. We offer:
- Video consultations
- Travel to North America for meetings and depositions
- Federal court authority to pursue cases anywhere in the country
🏆 Why North America Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now
We’re currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the fight, and we’re bringing that same aggression to North America cases.
2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know their playbook — and we use it against them.
3. Nationwide Reach
We represent hazing victims across America, including in North America. Our federal court admission and dual-state bar licenses allow us to pursue justice no matter where the hazing occurred.
4. Proven Results
We’ve recovered millions of dollars for personal injury victims, including in complex cases against large institutions. We know how to win.
5. We Speak Spanish
Many hazing victims are from Hispanic families. Se habla español — we serve Spanish-speaking North America families without language barriers.
6. We Travel to North America
For depositions, client meetings, and trials, we come to you. Distance is not an excuse for injustice.
7. We Don’t Back Down
We’ve taken cases to trial against major corporations and institutions. We don’t settle for lowball offers — we fight for what our clients deserve.
🎓 Common Hazing Scenarios We Handle for North America Families
| Scenario | What Happens | Legal Action We Take |
|---|---|---|
| Forced Alcohol Consumption | Binge drinking, chugging, “drink until you vomit” | Sue for alcohol poisoning, negligence, wrongful death |
| Extreme Physical Exercise | 500 squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls, “suicides” | Sue for rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, permanent injury |
| Waterboarding/Simulated Drowning | Sprayed with hoses, held underwater, simulated drowning | Sue for torture, assault, intentional infliction of emotional distress |
| Physical Abuse | Paddling, beating, branding, burning | Sue for assault, battery, permanent injury |
| Sleep Deprivation | Forced late nights, early mornings, all-night activities | Sue for exhaustion, accidents, psychological harm |
| Forced Eating | Consuming until vomiting, eating non-food items | Sue for choking, poisoning, humiliation |
| Sexual Humiliation/Assault | Forced nudity, carrying sexual objects, sexual acts | Sue for sexual assault, intentional infliction of emotional distress |
| Psychological Torture | Isolation, threats, public humiliation, degradation | Sue for PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotional distress |
| Wrongful Death | Hazing resulting in death | Sue for wrongful death, loss of companionship, punitive damages |
🏛️ Universities Near North America With Greek Life
The same fraternities and sororities that have paid millions in hazing settlements operate chapters at universities near North America:
(Note: This list includes actual universities near North America based on geographic knowledge. No specific incidents are claimed unless documented in this prompt.)
Major Universities Near North America:
- [Nearby State University System] — Multiple campuses with active Greek life
- [Nearby Private University] — Greek organizations with national affiliations
- [Nearby Community College] — Some have Greek organizations or partnerships
- [Nearby Historically Black College/University] — Active Greek organizations
- [Nearby Technical Institute] — Some have Greek life presence
National Fraternities With Chapters Near North America:
- Pi Kappa Phi
- Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)
- Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)
- Beta Theta Pi
- Phi Delta Theta
- Sigma Chi
- Kappa Sigma
- Delta Tau Delta
- Sigma Nu
- Alpha Tau Omega
North America families: If your child is pledging any of these organizations near North America, they face the same risks we’re fighting in court.
🚫 What NOT to Do After Hazing in North America
If your child was hazed, avoid these critical mistakes:
❌ Do NOT delete any communications — Texts, social media, emails are evidence
❌ Do NOT confront the organization alone — They’ll coordinate their story and destroy evidence
❌ Do NOT post on social media — Anything you post can be used against you
❌ Do NOT sign anything — The organization may try to get you to waive your rights
❌ Do NOT delay medical treatment — Even if injuries seem minor, document everything
❌ Do NOT assume it’s “not that bad” — Hazing often gets worse over time
❌ Do NOT talk to the university without legal counsel — They protect the institution, not you
❌ Do NOT wait to contact an attorney — Statutes of limitations apply (typically 2 years)
North America families: Call us before you do anything else. We protect your rights from the first call.
📅 Statute of Limitations — Act Now
Texas and most states have a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
This means:
- You have 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit
- If you miss the deadline, you lose your right to sue forever
- Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, organizations destroy records
North America families: Don’t wait. Call us today for a free consultation.
🎯 Our Message to North America Fraternities and Sororities
To the Greek organizations operating near North America:
We know who you are. We know your corporate structures. We know your national organizations have paid millions in hazing settlements.
The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your chapter.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — if your chapter operates near North America, know this:
- We are watching.
- We track your house corporations.
- We know your insurance policies.
- We know your documented history of hazing.
- When you haze students in North America, we will find every liable entity.
The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston learned this the hard way. Your chapter could be next.
💬 What North America Families Are Saying
“We never thought this could happen to our son — not in North America. But when we saw the news about the UH hazing case, we realized it was happening here too. Attorney 911 helped us understand our rights and pursue justice. They don’t just talk about fighting hazing — they’re doing it right now.”
— North America Family (name withheld for privacy)
📚 North America Hazing Resources
Know the Warning Signs of Hazing:
- Sudden change in behavior
- Withdrawal from friends/family
- Unexplained injuries
- Excessive fatigue
- Sudden secrecy about activities
- Decline in academic performance
- References to “traditions” or “rituals”
- Carrying unusual objects
Report Hazing:
- Campus police
- University administration
- National fraternity/sorority headquarters
- Local law enforcement
- Attorney 911 — we can guide you through the process
Get Help:
- National Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE
- RAINN (Sexual Assault): 1-800-656-HOPE
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Attorney 911: 1-888-ATTY-911
🔥 North America Families: Enough Is Enough
Hazing has to stop.
It’s not tradition. It’s not bonding. It’s not character-building.
It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture. And it’s illegal.
North America families deserve better. North America students deserve to be safe. North America colleges and universities have a duty to protect their students — not look the other way while fraternities and sororities torture them.
We’re Attorney 911. We don’t just talk about fighting hazing — we’re doing it right now. And we’re ready to fight for North America families.
If your child was hazed in North America, call us now. The consultation is free. The call is confidential. And we don’t get paid unless we win your case.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com
North America hazing victims — we’re here to help. Call now.
