🚨 Hazing Lawyer in Perry County, Indiana – Attorney 911 Fights for Hazing Victims

Has your child been hazed at a college or university near Perry County, Indiana?
Were they forced to endure dangerous, humiliating, or life-threatening initiation rituals?
Did hazing leave them physically injured, psychologically traumatized, or worse?

You are not alone. And you have legal rights.

At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — a case that has exposed waterboarding, forced eating, extreme physical punishment, and systematic abuse of a young man who ended up hospitalized with kidney failure.

The same fraternities operate at universities near Perry County, Indiana.
The same negligence exists at Indiana institutions.
The same culture of abuse persists — unless we stop it.

Perry County families deserve the same aggressive legal representation we provide in Texas.
We will fight for Perry County hazing victims with the same fury we’re bringing to the courtroom right now.

⚠️ Hazing in Perry County, Indiana: What Families Need to Know

Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines

While our firm is based in Texas, hazing is a nationwide epidemic — and Perry County, Indiana is not immune.

National fraternities like Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others have active chapters at universities across Indiana, including schools near Perry County such as:

• University of Southern Indiana (Evansville)
• Indiana State University (Terre Haute)
• Vincennes University
• Nearby community colleges and private institutions

These organizations operate under the same national structures that have paid millions in hazing settlements across the country — including the $10 million case we’re fighting right now.

If your child is pledging a fraternity or sorority near Perry County, they face the same risks that hospitalized our client in Houston.

What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Against the Law in Indiana)

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.

Indiana law (IC 35-42-2-2) explicitly prohibits hazing, defining it as:

“Forcing or requiring another person to perform an act that creates a substantial risk of bodily injury for the purpose of initiation into, affiliation with, or maintaining membership in any organization.”

This includes:

• Physical abuse: Beating, paddling, branding, forced exercise to exhaustion
• Forced consumption: Alcohol, food, non-food substances (e.g., hot sauce, peppercorns)
• Psychological torture: Waterboarding, sleep deprivation, humiliation, threats
• Extreme servitude: Forced errands, cleaning, or driving members at all hours
• Sexual abuse: Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects

Indiana law is clear: Consent is NOT a defense. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, hazing is still illegal.

The Medical Consequences of Hazing

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “tradition.” It can cause serious, permanent, and even fatal injuries.

Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case suffered:

• Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown that releases toxic proteins into the bloodstream)
• Acute kidney failure (life-threatening condition requiring hospitalization)
• Severe muscle pain and inability to walk
• Psychological trauma (fear of retribution, PTSD, anxiety)

Other documented hazing injuries include:

• Alcohol poisoning (leading cause of hazing deaths)
• Traumatic brain injury (from beatings or falls)
• Heat stroke or hypothermia (from forced exposure)
• Cardiac arrest (from extreme physical exertion)
• Permanent scarring or disfigurement (from branding or burns)
• Sexual assault and long-term trauma

Hazing can kill. Since 2000, there has been at least one hazing death every year in the United States.

🏢 Who Is Liable for Hazing in Perry County, Indiana?

When hazing occurs, multiple parties share responsibility — and we sue them all.

1. The Local Chapter

The fraternity or sorority chapter that directly organized and conducted the hazing.

In our case: The Pi Kappa Phi Beta Nu chapter at UH waterboarded our client, forced him to do 500 squats, and struck him with wooden paddles.

2. The National Organization

The national fraternity or sorority that failed to supervise its chapters despite knowing about hazing risks.

In our case: Pi Kappa Phi National knew about a “hazing crisis” but failed to enforce anti-hazing policies. They also knew about Andrew Coffey’s death in 2017 at another Pi Kappa Phi chapter — and did nothing to prevent it from happening again.

3. The University or College

The institution that failed to protect students despite having the power to regulate Greek life.

In our case: The University of Houston owns the fraternity house where the hazing occurred. They had a prior hazing incident in 2017 (a student was hospitalized with a lacerated spleen) and failed to implement meaningful oversight.

Indiana universities near Perry County have the same responsibility to protect students. If they know (or should know) that hazing is happening and fail to stop it, they are liable.

4. Individual Members

The fraternity brothers, sorority sisters, or chapter leaders who participated in, organized, or failed to stop the hazing.

In our case: The fraternity president, pledgemaster, and multiple members are named as defendants.

5. Alumni and Housing Corporations

Former members or housing entities that allowed hazing to occur on their property.

In our case: A former member and his spouse are named as defendants because hazing occurred at their home.

💰 Hazing Lawsuits: What Perry County Families Can Recover

Hazing victims and their families are entitled to full compensation for their injuries and losses. This includes:

Economic Damages

• Medical expenses (hospital bills, therapy, future treatment)
• Lost wages (time missed from work or school)
• Educational costs (tuition, scholarships lost due to hazing)
• Future earning capacity (if injuries affect long-term career prospects)

Non-Economic Damages

• Physical pain and suffering (the agony of rhabdomyolysis, broken bones, or other injuries)
• Emotional distress (PTSD, anxiety, depression, fear of retribution)
• Humiliation and degradation (from forced nudity, sexual humiliation, or other abuse)
• Loss of enjoyment of life (inability to participate in normal activities)

Punitive Damages

When hazing involves egregious conduct (like waterboarding, forced drinking, or extreme physical abuse), courts may award punitive damages to punish the defendants and deter future misconduct.

In our case: We are seeking $10 million in damages — an amount supported by recent hazing verdicts and settlements, including:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz, Pi Kappa Alpha, 2021)
• $6.1 million (Maxwell Gruver, Phi Delta Theta, 2017)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza, Beta Theta Pi, 2017)

📋 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Perry County, Indiana

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

If your child is injured, go to the emergency room or urgent care right away. Even if injuries seem minor, some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis or alcohol poisoning) can become life-threatening if untreated.

Document everything:

• Take photos of injuries
• Save medical records
• Keep receipts for all expenses

Step 2: Preserve All Evidence

DO NOT delete anything. Save:

• Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchats, or other communications about the hazing
• Photos or videos from the incident
• Names and contact information of witnesses
• Any pledge manuals, schedules, or rules given to your child
• Social media posts (even if they seem unrelated)

WARNING: Fraternities and sororities often delete evidence once they know a lawsuit is coming. Act fast to preserve it.

Step 3: Do NOT Confront the Organization Alone

Do not:

• Talk to fraternity/sorority leaders without a lawyer
• Sign anything from the organization
• Give statements to university administrators without legal counsel
• Post about the incident on social media

Why? Anything you say or sign can be used against you. Insurance companies and lawyers for the defendants will try to twist your words to minimize your claim.

Step 4: Report the Hazing

• File a police report (hazing is a crime in Indiana)
• Report to the university’s Title IX office (if applicable)
• Report to the national fraternity/sorority organization

Step 5: Contact a Hazing Lawyer Immediately

Time is critical. Indiana has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. If you wait too long, you may lose your right to sue.

At Attorney 911, we offer:
✅ Free, confidential consultations for Perry County families
✅ Contingency fee representation — you pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case
✅ Nationwide reach — we represent hazing victims across the U.S., including Perry County
✅ Aggressive litigation — we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing case, and we’ll bring the same fight to Perry County

Call now: 📞 1-888-ATTY-911

🔥 Why Perry County Families Choose Attorney 911

1. We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

While other law firms talk about hazing, we’re actively litigating 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’ll bring the same fight to Perry County.

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

Both of our attorneys — Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena — worked for insurance companies before switching sides to represent victims.

We know how insurance companies think. We know their playbook. And we use that knowledge to maximize your recovery.

3. Nationwide Reach — We Serve Perry County

While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including Perry County, Indiana.

How we serve Perry County families:

• Federal court authority (U.S. District Court admission)
• Video consultations for families who can’t travel
• Willingness to travel to Perry County for depositions, trials, and meetings
• Remote case management — we handle everything electronically

Distance is not a barrier to justice.

4. No Upfront Costs — You Pay Nothing Unless We Win

We understand that Perry County families may be concerned about the cost of hiring a lawyer. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis.

What that means for you:

• $0 upfront — no retainer, no hourly fees
• We only get paid if we win your case (we take a percentage of the settlement or verdict)
• If we lose, you owe us nothing

We take the risk so you can focus on your child’s recovery.

5. We Understand the Culture of Hazing

Our attorneys have deep experience with Greek life, university culture, and the dynamics of hazing.

Ralph Manginello is a former high school and college athlete who understands team culture, locker room dynamics, and the pressures young people face.

Lupe Pena has extensive experience with catastrophic injury cases, including those involving rhabdomyolysis, traumatic brain injury, and wrongful death.

We know what you’re up against — and we know how to fight it.

6. We’ve Won Millions for Victims Like You

We have a proven track record of success in personal injury cases, including:

• Multi-million dollar settlements in catastrophic injury cases
• Successful litigation against major institutions (including our current $10 million hazing case)
• Experience with BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience directly applicable to hazing cases)

We don’t just talk about hazing — we’re fighting it in court right now.

📞 Perry County Families: Call Now for a Free Consultation

If your child has been hazed at a college or university near Perry County, Indiana, you have legal rights — and we can help.

Call Attorney 911 today for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We serve Perry County, Indiana — and hazing victims nationwide.
We come to you. We fight for you. We win for you.

Don’t wait. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations expire.
Call now: 1-888-ATTY-911

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing Lawsuits in Perry County, Indiana

Q: Can I sue if my child consented to hazing?

A: YES. Indiana law explicitly states that consent is not a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the organization is still liable for any harm caused.

Q: How long do I have to file a hazing lawsuit in Indiana?

A: Indiana has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. This means you have 2 years from the date of the hazing incident to file a lawsuit. Do not wait — evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

Q: Can I sue the university if the hazing happened at a fraternity house?

A: YES. If the university owns the fraternity house, knew about the hazing, or failed to supervise Greek life, they can be held liable. In our case, the University of Houston owns the fraternity house where the hazing occurred — and we are suing them for $10 million.

Q: What if the hazing didn’t cause serious injuries?

A: You can still sue for psychological trauma, humiliation, and other non-physical harm. Many hazing victims suffer PTSD, anxiety, and depression even without physical injuries. These damages are compensable.

Q: Will my child be retaliated against if we sue?

A: We take steps to protect our clients from retaliation. This may include:

• Confidentiality agreements to protect your child’s identity
• Legal action against anyone who retaliates
• Working with university administrators to ensure safety

Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution” — and we are committed to protecting him.

Q: How much is my hazing case worth?

Every case is different, but hazing lawsuits have resulted in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, including:

• $10.1 million (Stone Foltz, Pi Kappa Alpha, 2021)
• $6.1 million (Maxwell Gruver, Phi Delta Theta, 2017)
• $110+ million (Timothy Piazza, Beta Theta Pi, 2017)

Factors that increase case value:

• Severity of injuries (hospitalization, surgery, permanent damage)
• Egregious conduct (waterboarding, forced drinking, extreme physical abuse)
• Pattern of abuse (prior hazing incidents at the same chapter)
• Institutional knowledge (did the university or national organization know about prior incidents?)
• Wrongful death (if hazing resulted in death)

Q: Can I sue if the hazing happened off-campus?

A: YES. Hazing is illegal whether it happens on or off campus. If the hazing occurred at a private residence (like in our case, where a former member hosted hazing at his home), the property owners can be held liable.

Q: Do I need a lawyer who is local to Perry County?

A: No. While local lawyers may be familiar with Perry County courts, hazing cases require specialized expertise in personal injury, institutional liability, and Greek life culture. We have nationwide reach and can represent Perry County families regardless of location.

We offer:

• Video consultations
• Remote case management
• Willingness to travel to Perry County for depositions, trials, and meetings

🚨 Hazing in Perry County: The Time to Act Is Now

Hazing is not “tradition.” It is not “building brotherhood.” It is abuse — and it is illegal.

If your child has been hazed at a college or university near Perry County, Indiana, you have the power to hold the perpetrators accountable.

You have the power to prevent it from happening to the next student.

And you have the right to full compensation for your child’s injuries.

At Attorney 911, we are fighting this battle right now — and we’re ready to fight for Perry County families.

Call us today for a free, confidential consultation:
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com

We serve Perry County, Indiana — and hazing victims nationwide.
No upfront costs. No risk. Just justice.

Enough is enough. Let’s end hazing in Perry County — and across America.