🚨 Hazing Victims in Orange County, Indiana: Your Legal Rights & How to Fight Back

Orange County families: If your child has been hazed at a college or university, you are not alone. And you are not powerless.

Hazing is not “tradition.” It’s not “boys being boys.” It’s not “building character.” It is abuse. It is assault. It is often criminal. And it happens right here in Orange County, Indiana — at colleges and universities where Greek life thrives.

At Attorney 911, we are currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know how to build these cases. We know how to win. And we know how to get justice for victims in Orange County and across America.

This guide explains:

• What hazing looks like in Orange County
• Your legal rights under Indiana and federal law
• Who is liable — and how much they can pay
• What to do if your child has been hazed
• How Attorney 911 can help Orange County families

🔍 What Is Hazing? Recognizing It in Orange County

Hazing is any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them — regardless of whether they consent.

Common Hazing Activities in Orange County Colleges:

Medical Signs Your Child May Have Been Hazed:

• Unexplained bruises, cuts, or burns
• Extreme fatigue or inability to move normally
• Dark or brown urine (sign of rhabdomyolysis — muscle breakdown)
• Vomiting or signs of alcohol poisoning
• Sudden anxiety, depression, or withdrawal
• Fear of talking about Greek life or specific organizations
• Missing classes or declining academic performance

If you see these signs, seek medical attention immediately. And call Attorney 911.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights: Indiana & Federal Law

Indiana Anti-Hazing Law (IC 35-42-2-2)

Indiana law makes hazing a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. If the hazing causes serious bodily injury, it becomes a Level 6 felony, punishable by 6 months to 2.5 years in prison.

Key Provisions:

• Consent is NOT a defense — Even if your child “agreed” to participate, it doesn’t matter.
• Organizations can be held liable — Fraternities, sororities, and universities can face penalties.
• Institutions must report hazing — Colleges must report hazing incidents to law enforcement.

Federal Civil Rights Claims

Hazing often violates Title IX (gender discrimination) and Section 1983 (civil rights violations). These claims allow victims to sue in federal court — which we are admitted to — and pursue punitive damages.

Negligence & Personal Injury Claims

Universities and Greek organizations have a duty to protect students. When they fail, they can be sued for:

• Negligent supervision — Failing to monitor Greek life
• Premises liability — Failing to maintain safe properties
• Assault and battery — Physical harm caused by members
• Intentional infliction of emotional distress — Extreme psychological abuse

💰 Who Is Liable — And How Much Can They Pay?

1. Local Greek Chapters (Fraternities & Sororities)

Liability: Directly organized and conducted hazing
Assets: Chapter funds, property, insurance
Exposure: $100,000–$1 million+

2. National Greek Organizations

Liability: Failed to supervise chapters; knew about hazing culture
Assets: Millions in national assets, insurance policies
Exposure: $1 million–$10 million+

Example: Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters nationwide. We are suing them for $10 million in the UH case.

3. Universities & Colleges in Orange County

Liability: Failed to protect students; knew about hazing risks
Assets: Endowments, insurance, state funding
Exposure: $1 million–$10 million+

Example: University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was waterboarded. They are a defendant in our lawsuit.

4. Individual Members & Officers

Liability: Participated in or allowed hazing
Assets: Personal assets, homeowner’s insurance
Exposure: $100,000–$6.5 million+ (individuals can be personally liable)

Example: In the Stone Foltz case, the chapter president was ordered to pay $6.5 million personally.

5. Housing Corporations & Property Owners

Liability: Allowed hazing on their property
Assets: Property, insurance
Exposure: $500,000–$5 million+

🏆 Precedent Cases: Hazing Victims Are Winning Big

Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. Here are recent examples that show what’s possible for Orange County families:

These cases prove: Hazing lawsuits win. Juries award millions. And universities and fraternities will pay to avoid trial.

🚨 What to Do If Your Child Has Been Hazed in Orange County

Step 1: Get Medical Attention Immediately

• Go to the ER or urgent care — even if injuries seem minor
• Document everything: photos, medical records, symptoms
• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can be life-threatening — dark urine is a medical emergency

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

• Save all communications: texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram, emails
• Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, items used
• Write down everything your child remembers: dates, times, people involved
• Get witness names — other pledges, bystanders, friends

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization or University Alone

• Do not confront the fraternity/sorority
• Do not sign anything from the organization or university
• Do not give statements to administrators without legal counsel
• Do not delete social media posts — this is destruction of evidence

Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately

• Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
• Email ralph@atty911.com
• Schedule a free, confidential consultation

We work on contingency — you pay $0 unless we win your case.

Step 5: Report to Authorities

• File a police report with local law enforcement
• File a Title IX complaint with the university
• Report to the national organization (if applicable)

📋 How Attorney 911 Can Help Orange County Families

1. Immediate Evidence Preservation

We send preservation letters to all defendants demanding they save evidence. We obtain:

• Text messages and social media
• Security camera footage
• Chapter documents and communications
• University records and policies

2. Medical & Expert Coordination

We work with:

• Medical experts to document injuries
• Economic experts to calculate damages
• Hazing culture experts to explain the abuse
• Life care planners for long-term needs

3. Aggressive Negotiation & Litigation

• We negotiate from a position of strength
• We sue every liable party — individuals, chapters, nationals, universities
• We take cases to trial if defendants won’t settle fairly

4. Nationwide Representation for Orange County Victims

• Federal court admission — we can sue in federal jurisdiction
• Dual-state bar licenses — Texas AND New York
• Travel commitment — we come to Orange County for depositions and trials
• Remote consultations — video meetings for Orange County families

5. Compassionate, Bilingual Support

• Se habla español — we serve Spanish-speaking families
• 24/7 availability — legal emergencies don’t wait
• Contingency fees — $0 upfront; we only get paid if you win

🎯 Why Orange County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We Are Fighting This Battle Right Now

We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. We know the defendants. We know their playbook. We know how to win.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena both worked for insurance companies before switching sides. We know how they try to deny claims. We know how to dismantle their defenses.

3. Multi-Million Dollar Case Experience

• BP Texas City explosion litigation — mass tort experience
• $10 million hazing lawsuit — currently pending
• Wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases — proven track record

4. Federal Court Authority

Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas — we can pursue Orange County cases in federal court.

5. Bilingual Support for Orange County Families

Se habla español — we serve Spanish-speaking families without language barriers.

6. We Travel to Orange County

For depositions, client meetings, and trials — distance is not a barrier to justice.

📞 Orange County Families: Contact Us Today

If your child has been hazed in Orange County, Indiana — or anywhere in America — we can help.

Call Now: 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)

Email: ralph@atty911.com

Website: attorney911.com

Free consultation. No upfront cost. We only get paid if you win.

🔥 A Message to Orange County Fraternities & Universities

To the fraternities and sororities operating in Orange County:

We are watching. We are documenting. We are building cases.

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, Sigma Chi, Kappa Sigma — if your chapter operates in Orange County, know that Attorney 911 represents hazing victims across America.

To the universities in Orange County:

You have a duty to protect your students. When you fail, you will be held accountable.

The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was waterboarded. They are a defendant in our lawsuit. The same liability applies to Orange County institutions.

The time for “tradition” is over. The time for accountability has arrived.

📚 Additional Resources for Orange County Families

Indiana Anti-Hazing Law (IC 35-42-2-2)

🔗 Indiana General Assembly – Hazing Law

Stop Hazing (National Organization)

🔗 stophazing.org

Clery Center (Campus Safety Resources)

🔗 clerycenter.org

Hazing Prevention Network

🔗 hazingprevention.org

❤️ You Are Not Alone. We Are Here to Help.

Orange County families: Hazing is abuse. It is not your child’s fault. And you do not have to face this alone.

Attorney 911 is here to fight for you. Call us today.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

Justice for Orange County hazing victims starts here.