🚨 Hazing Lawyers for Pawnee County, Nebraska — Legal Help for Fraternity & Sorority Abuse
Attorney 911 — Fighting for Pawnee County Hazing Victims Nationwide
Pawnee County Families: Your Child Was Tortured. We Will Make Them Pay.
Hazing isn’t “tradition.” It’s not “brotherhood.” It’s not “team bonding.”
It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s torture.
And in Pawnee County, Nebraska, it’s happening right now at colleges, fraternities, and student organizations near you.
We are Attorney 911 — the law firm currently suing Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for $10 million after a student was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure. The same fraternities operate at colleges near Pawnee County. The same negligence exists at Pawnee County institutions. And we will fight for Pawnee County families with the same fury we’re bringing to court right now.
If your child was hazed in Pawnee County — whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, marching band, ROTC, or any student group — you have legal rights. And we are the attorneys who will enforce them.
🚨 This Is Happening Near Pawnee County Right Now
The Same Hazing. The Same Fraternities. The Same Negligence.
This isn’t just a Houston problem. This is an America problem. And it’s happening in Nebraska.
Pi Kappa Phi, the fraternity we’re suing in Houston, has 150+ chapters across America — including near Pawnee County. The same national organization that waterboarded a student in Texas oversees chapters in Nebraska.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE), another fraternity with a documented hazing death record, operates at universities near Pawnee County. They’ve paid millions in settlements for hazing deaths. They’re still hazing students today.
Universities near Pawnee County have the same oversight failures as University of Houston. They know hazing happens. They have the power to stop it. They choose not to — until someone gets hospitalized or dies.
And when it happens, they say the same thing:
“We’re shocked. We had no idea. This isn’t who we are.”
But we know who they are. They’re the institutions that let torture happen on their watch. They’re the organizations that prioritize reputation over safety. They’re the adults who failed your child.
And we are the attorneys who will make them answer.
🔥 What We’re Fighting Right Now — The $10 Million Case That Shows Pawnee County What’s Possible
Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi & University of Houston — $10 Million Lawsuit (Filed November 21, 2025)
The Victim: Leonel Bermudez — a young man who accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi at University of Houston. He wasn’t even enrolled at UH yet. He was a “ghost rush” — a transfer student expected to enroll for Spring 2026.
What Happened:
For weeks, Bermudez was subjected to systematic abuse disguised as “pledging.” He was:
- Waterboarded with a garden hose — simulated drowning, a form of torture
- Forced to do 500+ squats, 100+ pushups, bear crawls, 100-yard crawls — until his muscles broke down
- Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault with weapons
- Forced to eat milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting — then made to keep running through his own vomit
- Threatened with expulsion if he stopped — coercion and intimidation
- Another pledge lost consciousness during a workout — they kept going
The Result:
On November 3, 2025, Bermudez collapsed after being forced to exercise past the point of physical exhaustion. He crawled up the stairs when he got home. The next day, he couldn’t move. His mother rushed him to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure. He spent four days fighting for his life.
The Response:
- Pi Kappa Phi closed the chapter immediately — but only after the hospitalization, and just days before the lawsuit was filed. They knew what was coming.
- University of Houston called the conduct “deeply disturbing” — but they owned the fraternity house where the torture occurred.
- No one apologized. No one took responsibility. They just planned their comeback.
Our Response:
On November 21, 2025, we filed a $10 million lawsuit against:
- Pi Kappa Phi National
- The local chapter
- The housing corporation
- University of Houston (they owned the house)
- The fraternity president, pledgemaster, and multiple members
- A former member and his spouse (hazing occurred at their home)
This is the fight we’re in right now. And this is the fight we’ll bring to Pawnee County.
⚠️ Pawnee County Parents: This Could Be Your Child
The Same Fraternities Operate Near Pawnee County
| Fraternity | Hazing Record | Chapters Near Pawnee County |
|---|---|---|
| Pi Kappa Phi | Waterboarded student (2025); Andrew Coffey death (2017) | Yes — multiple Nebraska universities |
| Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) | Paid millions in hazing settlements; Texas A&M chemical burns case (2021) | Yes — multiple Nebraska universities |
| Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) | Stone Foltz death (2021) — $10M+ settlement | Yes — multiple Nebraska universities |
| Beta Theta Pi | Timothy Piazza death (2017) — $110M+ settlement | Yes — multiple Nebraska universities |
| Phi Delta Theta | Maxwell Gruver death (2017) — $6.1M jury verdict | Yes — multiple Nebraska universities |
These aren’t isolated incidents. This is a pattern. And it’s happening at colleges near Pawnee County.
Pawnee County Universities and Colleges — The Same Oversight Failures Exist Here
University of Nebraska system (including UNL, UNO, UNK) has active Greek life programs. The same oversight challenges that allowed hazing at UH exist at Nebraska institutions.
Small colleges and private universities near Pawnee County often have less oversight, making them even more dangerous.
Community colleges — Greek life exists here too, often with even less regulation.
The common thread: Universities know hazing happens. They have the power to stop it. They choose not to — until it’s too late.
💔 What Hazing Does to Pawnee County Students
Hazing isn’t just “roughhousing.” It’s systematic abuse with life-altering consequences.
Physical Injuries from Hazing Near Pawnee County:
- Rhabdomyolysis — muscle breakdown causing kidney failure (like our client)
- Alcohol poisoning — forced drinking leading to coma or death
- Traumatic brain injury — from beatings or falls
- Broken bones — from physical abuse
- Burns — from branding or hot objects
- Hypothermia/hyperthermia — from exposure
- Internal bleeding — from blunt force trauma
Psychological Trauma from Hazing Near Pawnee County:
- PTSD — flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety
- Depression — hopelessness, social withdrawal
- Anxiety disorders — fear of social situations
- Suicidal ideation — hazing increases suicide risk
- Trust issues — difficulty forming relationships
- Academic decline — inability to focus, dropping out
Long-Term Consequences for Pawnee County Victims:
- Chronic health problems — kidney disease, heart issues
- Career limitations — physical or psychological barriers
- Financial burden — medical bills, lost wages
- Social isolation — stigma, fear of retribution
- Lifelong trauma — lasting emotional scars
This isn’t “tradition.” This is destruction.
⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Pawnee County Hazing Victim
Pawnee County Families: You Have More Power Than You Think
Hazing is illegal in Nebraska. It’s a crime. And it’s civilly actionable — meaning you can sue for money damages.
Nebraska Hazing Law (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-311.06)
Hazing is a Class II misdemeanor in Nebraska, punishable by:
- Up to 6 months in jail
- Up to $1,000 fine
But Nebraska law also says:
“It is not a defense to a charge of hazing that the person hazed consented to the hazing.”
This means: Even if your child “agreed” to participate, it’s still illegal. Consent is not a defense.
Civil Lawsuits for Pawnee County Hazing Victims
You can sue for:
- Medical expenses — hospital bills, therapy, future treatment
- Lost wages — time missed from work
- Pain and suffering — physical and emotional trauma
- Punitive damages — to punish egregious conduct
- Wrongful death — if hazing caused a fatality
Who You Can Sue in Pawnee County:
- The local fraternity/sorority chapter
- The national organization (they have deep pockets)
- The university or college (they have oversight responsibility)
- Individual members (they can be held personally liable)
- Alumni or advisors (if they facilitated hazing)
Our firm is currently suing ALL of these entities in our $10 million case. The same strategy applies to Pawnee County.
🏆 What Pawnee County Families Can Win — Multi-Million Dollar Precedents
Hazing cases win big. Juries and courts award millions when institutions fail to protect students.
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Phi Delta Theta | Louisiana State | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | Settlement | $110+ million |
| Andrew Coffey | Pi Kappa Phi | Florida State | Settlement | Confidential (major) |
| Adam Oakes | Delta Chi | Virginia Commonwealth | Settlement | $4+ million |
These aren’t exceptions. They’re the rule. When hazing causes serious injury or death, institutions pay millions.
And Pawnee County families can win the same.
🔍 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Pawnee County
Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately
- Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor
- Document everything — medical records are critical evidence
- If your child is showing signs of rhabdomyolysis (dark urine, muscle pain, difficulty moving), go to the ER immediately
Step 2: Preserve Evidence
- Save all communications — texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs
- Take photos — injuries, hazing locations, any items used
- Document everything — dates, times, what happened, who was involved
- Get witness names and contact info — other pledges, bystanders
Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization
- The fraternity/sorority will try to control the narrative
- They will pressure your child to stay quiet
- They may offer “apologies” or “settlements” to silence you
- Do not sign anything without legal counsel
Step 4: Do NOT Post on Social Media
- Anything you post can be used against you
- Even innocent posts (“I’m fine”) can be twisted
- Stay off social media until your case is resolved
Step 5: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
- We offer free, confidential consultations
- We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win
- We will travel to Pawnee County for your case
- Call now: 1-888-ATTY-911
🛡️ Why Pawnee County Families Choose Attorney 911
We Are the Nation’s Leading Hazing Litigation Firm
| Why Choose Us | How It Helps Pawnee County Families |
|---|---|
| We’re fighting a $10M hazing case RIGHT NOW | We know how to win — and we’re doing it |
| Former insurance defense attorneys | We know how the other side thinks and fights |
| Federal court authority | We can sue national organizations anywhere in America |
| Dual-state bar licenses (Texas & New York) | Strategic advantage for multi-state defendants |
| 25+ years of litigation experience | Battle-tested in courtrooms across the country |
| Multi-million dollar case experience | We know how to build high-value cases |
| BP Texas City explosion litigation | Mass tort experience against major institutions |
| Se habla español | Bilingual support for Spanish-speaking families |
| We travel to Pawnee County | We come to you for depositions, meetings, and trials |
| We work on contingency | $0 upfront. You pay nothing unless we win. |
What Sets Us Apart for Pawnee County Families
We don’t just see a case. We see your child.
We know what it’s like to see a young person you love come home broken — physically and emotionally. We know the rage you feel when institutions that were supposed to protect them failed. We know the fear of speaking out.
We’re not just lawyers. We’re advocates. We’re fighters. And we will not stop until justice is served for your Pawnee County family.
📞 Pawnee County Hazing Victims — Call Now for a Free Consultation
If your child was hazed in Pawnee County, Nebraska — whether at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization — you have legal rights. And we will fight for them.
🚨 FREE CONSULTATION — NO OBLIGATION
Call: 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com
We work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win.
We will travel to Pawnee County for your case.
The clock is ticking. Evidence disappears. Memories fade. Statutes of limitations expire.
Call now. Before it’s too late.
🔥 To Fraternities and Universities Near Pawnee County: We Are Coming for You
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, and every other fraternity with chapters near Pawnee County:
We are watching. The same legal strategies that secured $10+ million verdicts nationwide apply to your Nebraska chapters.
If your members haze students in Pawnee County, we will pursue every liable entity — your national organization, your local chapter, your housing corporation, your alumni advisors, and every individual member.
We already shut down the Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston. Your chapter could be next.
To University of Nebraska, Wayne State College, and every other institution near Pawnee County:
You own the property. You collect the rent. You have the power to regulate. You have the duty to protect.
We know you’re failing. We’re coming for you too.
The message is clear: Hazing in Pawnee County ends now.
📢 Pawnee County Parents: Enough Is Enough
Your child went to college to learn. To grow. To make friends.
They didn’t go to be tortured.
They didn’t go to be waterboarded.
They didn’t go to be forced to do 500 squats until their kidneys failed.
This isn’t “tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s a crime.
And it’s time to stop it.
If your child was hazed in Pawnee County, call us now. We will fight for them. We will fight for you. And we will make sure this never happens to another Pawnee County family.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 | ralph@atty911.com | attorney911.com
Attorney 911 — Fighting for Pawnee County Hazing Victims Nationwide