The Complete Guide to Hazing Lawsuits & Accountability for Redwater, Texas Families: Protecting Your Student at UH, Texas A&M, UT, and Beyond

If Your Child Was Hazed at a Texas University, You Have Rights. We Know How to Enforce Them.

Imagine this: Your child, a student from Redwater, excitedly joins a fraternity, sorority, or campus organization at their Texas university. What begins as camaraderie slowly twists into something darker. They are exhausted, coming home to Bowie County on weekends with unexplained bruises or a new, guarded anxiety. Their phone buzzes constantly with demands from group chats. They mention “mandatory” late-night sessions, extreme “workouts,” or events where the line between tradition and abuse has vanished. When they finally break down and tell you what’s been happening—forced drinking, humiliation, physical punishment—your world stops. As a parent in Redwater, your instinct is to protect them, but you’re facing powerful institutions: a national fraternity with deep pockets, a major Texas university with its own legal team, and a culture of secrecy.

This is not hypothetical. Right now, our firm is actively litigating one of the most serious hazing cases in Texas: the $10 million lawsuit on behalf of Leonel Bermudez against the University of Houston and the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity’s Beta Nu chapter. The allegations are harrowing: a “pledge fanny pack” filled with humiliating items, forced consumption of food until vomiting, being sprayed in the face with a hose “similar to waterboarding,” and extreme physical hazing that led to rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, requiring four days of hospitalization. This case, unfolding just hours from Redwater in Harris County, is proof that catastrophic hazing happens here in Texas, and that families have a path to justice.

This guide is for you—parents and families in Redwater, De Kalb, and across Bowie County. Whether your child attends the nearby Texas A&M University-Texarkana, or has ventured to the University of Houston, Texas A&M in College Station, UT Austin, or any other Texas campus, you need to know the reality of modern hazing, the legal framework that protects your child, and how an experienced Texas hazing litigation firm can help you secure accountability and prevent this from happening to another family.

IMMEDIATE HELP FOR HAZING EMERGENCIES:

If your child is in danger RIGHT NOW:

• Call 911 for medical emergencies.
• Then call Attorney911: 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911). We provide immediate help—that’s why we’re the Legal Emergency Lawyers™.

In the first 48 hours:

• Get medical attention immediately, even if the student insists they are “fine.”
• Preserve evidence BEFORE it’s deleted:
  • Screenshot group chats, texts, DMs immediately.
  • Photograph injuries from multiple angles.
  • Save physical items (clothing, receipts, objects).
• Write down everything while memory is fresh (who, what, when, where).
• Do NOT:
  • Confront the fraternity/sorority.
  • Sign anything from the university or insurance company.
  • Post details on public social media.
  • Let your child delete messages or “clean up” evidence.

Contact an experienced hazing attorney within 24–48 hours:
Evidence disappears fast (deleted group chats, destroyed paddles, coached witnesses). Universities move quickly to control the narrative. We can help preserve evidence and protect your child’s rights. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for immediate consultation.

Hazing in 2025: What It Really Looks Like on Texas Campuses

For parents in Redwater, the word “hazing” might conjure images of outdated, harmless pranks. The reality on today’s Texas campuses is far more sinister, systematic, and digitally enabled. Hazing is any forced, coerced, or strongly pressured action tied to joining or maintaining membership in a group, where the behavior endangers physical or mental health or is humiliating or exploitative. Critically, a student saying “I agreed to it” does not make it legal or safe when powerful peer pressure and fear of exclusion are at play.

Modern hazing falls into clear, dangerous categories:

Alcohol and Substance Hazing: This remains the most common and deadly form. It includes forced chugging, “lineup” drinking games, “Big/Little” nights where a pledge is given a handle of liquor, and trivia games where wrong answers mandate drinking. The results—as seen in the UH Pi Kappa Phi case where a pledge was forced to consume milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until vomiting—can be alcohol poisoning, aspiration, or long-term organ damage.

Physical Hazing: This extends beyond paddling to include extreme, punishment-based calisthenics (“smokings”), sleep deprivation, food/water restriction, and exposure to extreme elements. In the Bermudez case, this included 100+ push-ups, 500 squats, bear crawls, and being forced to lie in vomit-soaked grass. Such rituals can cause rhabdomyolysis—a severe muscle breakdown that floods the kidneys with toxins, leading to acute kidney failure.

Sexualized and Humiliating Hazing: This involves forced nudity, simulated sexual acts, degrading costumes, and acts with racial or sexist overtones. The “pledge fanny pack” in the UH case, containing condoms and a sex toy, was designed for humiliation.

Psychological and Digital Hazing: This is the 21st-century evolution. Pledges are subjected to 24/7 digital control via GroupMe or WhatsApp, required to respond instantly to messages at all hours, share their live location, and participate in social media “challenges.” They face verbal abuse, isolation from non-members, and threats of expulsion for non-compliance.

Hazing is not confined to fraternities. It occurs in sororities, Corps of Cadets programs, athletic teams, spirit organizations like Texas A&M’s Corps of Cadets or UT’s spirit groups, marching bands, and other campus clubs. The common threads are power imbalance, secrecy, and the exploitation of a desire to belong.

Law & Liability Framework: Texas Statutes and Your Family’s Rights

For Redwater families, understanding the legal landscape is the first step toward accountability. Texas has strong hazing laws, and federal statutes provide additional avenues for justice.

Texas Hazing Law (Education Code Chapter 37)

The Texas Education Code defines hazing broadly and imposes serious penalties. Under §37.151, hazing is any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, on or off campus, directed against a student that endangers mental or physical health or safety for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in a campus organization.

Key provisions for Bowie County families:

• Criminal Penalties (§37.152): Hazing is a Class B misdemeanor. It becomes a Class A misdemeanor if it causes injury requiring medical treatment, and a State Jail Felony if it causes serious bodily injury or death.
• Organizational Liability (§37.153): The fraternity, sorority, or club itself can be prosecuted and fined up to $10,000. The university can revoke its recognition.
• Consent is NOT a Defense (§37.155): This is critical. Even if your child “went along with it,” the law recognizes that consent under peer pressure is not valid. This directly counters the defense often used by organizations.
• Immunity for Good-Faith Reporting (§37.154): Students who report hazing or call 911 in an emergency are protected from civil or criminal liability related to that report, even if they were underage drinking.

Civil Lawsuits vs. Criminal Charges

It’s vital to understand the two parallel paths:

• Criminal Cases: Brought by the state (like the Bowie County District Attorney or county where the school is located). Aim is punishment (jail, fines, probation).
• Civil Lawsuits: Brought by the victim and family. Aim is financial compensation for damages and institutional accountability. You can pursue a civil case even if no criminal charges are filed.

A civil hazing lawsuit can target multiple parties:

1. Individual Students: Those who planned, carried out, or supplied alcohol for the hazing.
2. The Local Chapter: As a legal entity.
3. The National Fraternity/Sorority: Headquarters can be liable for negligent supervision if they knew or should have known about dangerous patterns.
4. The University: For negligent supervision, premises liability, or Title IX violations if they were deliberately indifferent to known risks.
5. Third Parties: Landlords of off-campus houses, alcohol providers, or security companies.

Federal Law Overlay

• Stop Campus Hazing Act (2024): Requires universities receiving federal aid to publicly report hazing incidents and strengthen prevention programs.
• Title IX: If hazing involves sexual harassment or gender-based discrimination, the university has a duty to respond.
• Clery Act: Requires reporting of certain crimes, including assaults that may occur during hazing.

National Hazing Case Patterns: The Playbook Texas Organizations Follow

The tragic cases that make national headlines are not isolated. They reveal a repeating playbook that Texas chapters often follow. Understanding these patterns is key to proving liability.

The Alcohol Poisoning Script: This pattern has killed countless students. Stone Foltz at Bowling Green State University (Pi Kappa Alpha) died after being forced to drink a bottle of alcohol. The family secured a $10 million settlement. Max Gruver at LSU (Phi Delta Theta) died during a “Bible study” drinking game, leading to the Max Gruver Act in Louisiana. Andrew Coffey at Florida State (Pi Kappa Phi) died at a “Big Brother” night. The common elements: a structured drinking event, peer pressure, and delayed medical care.

The Physical “Tradition” Pattern: Chun “Michael” Deng at Baruch College (Pi Delta Psi) died from traumatic brain injury after a blindfolded “glass ceiling” ritual at a retreat. The national fraternity was criminally convicted. This shows hazing moved off-campus to avoid detection—a tactic used in Texas.

The Athletic & Institutional Cover-Up Pattern: The Northwestern University football scandal (2023-2025) involved alleged sexualized and racist hazing, leading to lawsuits and confidential settlements. It proves hazing permeates athletic programs and that universities often prioritize reputation over student safety.

What This Means for Redwater Families: These national precedents create a road map. When a Texas chapter repeats the same dangerous “tradition” that caused death elsewhere, it demonstrates foreseeability. National headquarters cannot claim ignorance. This pattern evidence is powerful in court, showing the organization knew the risks and failed to act.

Texas University Focus: Where Redwater Students Are at Risk

Redwater families send their children to universities across Texas. Each major campus has its own Greek ecosystem and hazing history. We maintain detailed intelligence on these systems to build the strongest cases for families like yours.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana & Regional Campuses

For many Bowie County families, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a local option. While its Greek life is smaller than the flagship campus, the risks remain. Hazing can occur in any organization that values secrecy and initiation. Furthermore, students from Redwater often transfer to or attend events at the main Texas A&M campus in College Station, where the Greek and Corps culture is intense.

Notable Incidents at Texas A&M (College Station):

• Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) Chemical Burns Lawsuit (2021): Pledges alleged they were covered in substances including industrial-strength cleaner, causing severe chemical burns requiring skin graft surgeries. The lawsuit sought $1 million, and the chapter was suspended.
• Corps of Cadets “Roasted Pig” Lawsuit (2023): A cadet alleged degrading hazing, including being bound between beds in a simulated sexual position with an apple in his mouth. The lawsuit sought over $1 million, highlighting that hazing extends far beyond Greek life at A&M.

For Redwater Families with Students at A&M: Jurisdiction for legal actions may involve Brazos County courts. Evidence often includes Corps-specific traditions, manual labor details, and messages within tight-knit military-style units. We know how to investigate within this unique culture.

University of Houston: The Flagship Case in Our Backyard

The ongoing Leonel Bermudez v. UH & Pi Kappa Phi case is a stark, current example of severe hazing at a major Texas university. The details, as reported by Click2Houston and ABC13, provide a textbook case study:

• Hazing Methods: “Pledge fanny pack” humiliation, enforced dress codes, overnight driving duties, extreme physical workouts, forced overeating, and hose spraying “similar to waterboarding.”
• Medical Catastrophe: Bermudez developed rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, passed brown urine, and was hospitalized for four days with critically high creatine kinase levels.
• Institutional Response: Pi Kappa Phi national suspended the Beta Nu chapter on Nov. 6, 2025; members voted to surrender their charter on Nov. 14. UH called the conduct “deeply disturbing” and promised cooperation with law enforcement.
• Legal Action: Our firm filed a $10 million lawsuit in Harris County against UH, the UH System Board of Regents, Pi Kappa Phi national, the housing corporation, and 13 individual fraternity leaders.

This case is actively litigated by our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Mr. Lupe Peña. It demonstrates our firm’s commitment to taking on the largest universities and national fraternities.

University of Texas at Austin

UT Austin maintains a public Hazing Violations page, offering more transparency than many schools. This public record itself becomes evidence in lawsuits.

Documented Violations Include:

• Pi Kappa Alpha (2023): New members were directed to consume milk and perform strenuous calisthenics. The chapter was placed on probation.
• Various Spirit & Service Groups: Organizations like the Texas Wranglers have been sanctioned for forced workouts, alcohol hazing, and punishment-based practices.

For Redwater Families: UT’s public log is a starting point. If your child’s organization is listed, it establishes a pattern of known risk. Civil suits in Travis County can use this to prove the university or national organization had prior knowledge.

Southern Methodist University & Baylor University

These private universities have significant Greek life but often less public disclosure.

• SMU: A Kappa Alpha Order chapter was suspended in 2017 after reports of paddling, forced drinking, and sleep deprivation.
• Baylor: The baseball team suspended 14 players in 2020 following a hazing investigation. Baylor’s history with institutional response to scandal is a factor in any hazing case strategy.

The legal strategy for private schools differs from public universities regarding sovereign immunity. Our experience navigating these distinctions is crucial for Dallas and McLennan County cases.

The Texas Greek Ecosystem: Public Records & Organizational Networks

Pursuing accountability requires understanding the complex network behind a fraternity’s letters. Using our Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine, built from IRS records, university data, and metro organizational filings, we map the entities that share liability. For Redwater families, this means we don’t start from scratch.

Public Records: Fraternities, Sororities & Greek Organizations Serving Redwater & Bowie County Families

The following are examples of Texas-registered Greek organizations and related entities, illustrating the extensive network we investigate. This data comes from IRS B83 filings and metro organizational records.

Organizations in the DFW Metro Area (relevant to Northeast Texas):

• Beta Upsilon Chi Fraternity, EIN 742911848, Fort Worth, TX 76244 (Cause IQ Metro Listing)
• Texas Kappa Sigma Educational Foundation Inc, EIN 741380362, Fort Worth, TX 76147 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity – Lambda Lambda Chapter, EIN 521278573, Dallas, TX 75241 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Delta Delta Delta – Arlington Alumnae Chapter, Dallas, TX (Cause IQ Metro Listing)

Major University-Housing Corporations (Examples):

• Pi Kappa Phi Delta Omega Chapter Building Corporation, EIN 371768785, Missouri City, TX 77459 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Building Corporation of Delta Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi, EIN 746047117, Austin, TX 78705 (IRS B83 Filing)
• Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Housing Corporation Inc, EIN 462267515, Frisco, TX 75035 (IRS B83 Filing)

Honor Societies & Overlapping Brands:

• Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, EIN 900293166, College Station, TX 77843 (IRS B83 Filing, present at multiple Texas universities)
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, EIN 364091267, Waco, TX 76710 (IRS B83 Filing, with chapters in Houston and Beaumont per Cause IQ data)

This is a fractional snapshot of over 1,423 Greek-related organizations we track across 25 Texas metros. Why does this matter for your case? When hazing occurs, liability may extend beyond the undergraduate chapter to the alumni-funded housing corporation, the graduate chapter that advises them, or the national foundation that insures them. We identify every entity in the chain to ensure full accountability and locate all available insurance coverage.

Building a Hazing Case: Evidence, Strategy, and Damages

If your family is facing this crisis, know that a successful legal claim is built on evidence, expert strategy, and a clear understanding of what can be recovered.

Critical Evidence in the Digital Age

The evidence that wins modern hazing cases is often digital and requires immediate preservation:

• Group Chats (GroupMe, WhatsApp, iMessage): These show planning, coercion, real-time hazing, and cover-up attempts. Screenshot everything immediately.
• Social Media (Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok): Photos/videos of events, location tags, and “disappearing” stories must be captured before deletion.
• Internal Documents: Pledge manuals, “big/little” assignment sheets, and chapter emails.
• University Records: Prior conduct violations for the same organization, obtained via discovery or public records requests.
• Medical Records: Documentation is crucial. In the Bermudez case, hospital records proving rhabdomyolysis (critically high CK levels) and acute kidney injury formed the core of the damage claim.
• Witness Testimony: Other pledges, former members, roommates, and RAs.

We have a detailed video guide on using your phone to document evidence. Acting quickly is essential, as groups often delete evidence within hours.

Overcoming Institutional Defenses

National fraternities and universities have sophisticated defense playbooks. We counter them with insider knowledge and litigation experience:

• Defense: “The Pledge Consented.” Counter: Texas law (§37.155) states consent is not a defense. We use evidence of peer pressure and power imbalance.
• Defense: “This was a rogue chapter; national didn’t know.” Counter: We subpoena national headquarters for prior incident reports across the country, proving a pattern they were aware of.
• Defense: “It happened off-campus, not our responsibility.” Counter: We establish foreseeability—nationals and universities know hazing moves off-campus to avoid detection. Liability is based on control and knowledge, not just location.
• Defense: “Our insurance doesn’t cover intentional acts like hazing.” Counter: Mr. Lupe Peña’s background as a former insurance defense attorney is invaluable here. We argue that the negligent supervision by the national or university—a failure to act on known risks—is a covered omission, even if the hazing itself was intentional.

Recoverable Damages for Redwater Families

A civil lawsuit seeks to make the victim whole and hold defendants accountable. Recoverable damages include:

• Economic Damages: All past and future medical expenses (ER, hospitalization, surgery, therapy), lost wages, and diminished future earning capacity if injuries are permanent.
• Non-Economic Damages: Compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, trauma, humiliation, and loss of enjoyment of life.
• Wrongful Death Damages (if applicable): Funeral costs, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship for the family.
• Punitive Damages: In cases of egregious conduct, these may be available to punish the defendants and deter future hazing.

We work with life-care planners, economists, and medical experts to fully value the impact—especially in catastrophic injury cases like rhabdomyolysis or traumatic brain injury, where lifelong care may be needed.

Practical Guides & FAQs for Redwater Parents and Students

For Parents: Warning Signs and Action Steps

Warning Signs Your Child May Be Being Hazed:

• Unexplained injuries, bruises, or burns.
• Extreme fatigue, sleep deprivation, or drastic weight change.
• Withdrawal from family, old friends, or academic decline.
• Secrecy about organization activities; fear when their phone buzzes.
• Personality shifts: anxiety, depression, or defensiveness.

What to Do If You Suspect Hazing:

1. Talk Calmly: Ask open-ended questions. “What does a typical week as a new member look like?” “Is there anything that’s made you uncomfortable?”
2. Prioritize Safety: If they are injured or intoxicated, seek medical care immediately.
3. Preserve Evidence: Help them screenshot messages and photograph injuries. Write down a timeline.
4. Seek Legal Counsel Before Reporting: Contact us at 1-888-ATTY-911. We can advise on how to report to the university or police in a way that protects your child’s rights and preserves the case.
5. Do Not Confront the Organization: This triggers evidence destruction and witness coaching.

For Students: Is This Hazing? How to Get Help.

You are being hazed if you are:

• Pressured to drink alcohol or use drugs.
• Forced to endure physical pain or exhaustion (beatings, extreme workouts).
• Subjected to humiliation, sexual simulation, or degradation.
• Deprived of sleep, food, or basic hygiene.
• Isolated from friends and family.
• Told to keep activities secret.

Your Safety Plan:

• In an emergency, call 911. Texas law offers protections for those who seek help.
• You have the right to quit. Send a simple text/email: “I resign my membership effective immediately.”
• Talk to a trusted adult, RA, or the university’s Dean of Students office.
• Preserve evidence on your phone before deleting anything out of shame or fear.

Critical Mistakes That Can Ruin a Hazing Case

1. Deleting Messages or Photos: This destroys the best evidence. Save everything.
2. Confronting the Fraternity/Sorority Directly: This gives them a head start to lawyer up and create a unified defense story.
3. Signing University “Resolution” Forms: Universities may offer a quick, confidential resolution that waives your right to sue. Do not sign anything without an attorney.
4. Posting on Social Media: Public posts can be used by defense attorneys to contradict your story.
5. Waiting Too Long: Texas has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, but evidence and witness memories fade fast. Watch our video on Texas statutes of limitations and act promptly.

FAQs for Redwater Families

Can we sue the university?
Yes. While public universities have some sovereign immunity protections, exceptions exist for gross negligence, Title IX violations, and when suing individuals. Private universities like SMU and Baylor have fewer immunity barriers. The specific facts of your case determine the strategy.

What if it happened at an off-campus house?
Location does not negate liability. Nationals and universities can still be liable if they sponsored, funded, or knew about the event. Many major hazing cases have been successfully litigated for off-campus conduct.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis for injury cases. This means you pay no upfront fees or hourly costs. We only get paid if we recover money for you. Learn more in our video on how contingency fees work.

Will my child’s name be public?
Most cases settle confidentially before trial. We aggressively pursue protective orders and sealed filings to protect our clients’ privacy throughout the process.

Why Attorney911 Is the Right Firm for Your Texas Hazing Case

When your family is facing the trauma of hazing, you need more than a lawyer; you need advocates who understand the institutional battlefield. The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC (Attorney911) brings a unique combination of expertise to hazing litigation, proven in Texas courtrooms.

Insider Knowledge of Insurance Defense Tactics: Attorney Mr. Lupe Peña (he/him) spent years as a defense attorney for a national insurance firm. He knows firsthand how fraternity and university insurers value claims, deploy delay tactics, and argue coverage exclusions. We know their playbook because we used to run it. This insider perspective is a decisive advantage in negotiations and litigation.

Proven Experience Against Billion-Dollar Defendants: Managing Partner Ralph Manginello was one of the few plaintiff attorneys involved in the BP Texas City explosion litigation, taking on one of the world’s largest corporations. We are not intimidated by the deep pockets of national fraternities or major universities. We have the federal court experience and complex litigation resources to match them.

Multi-Million Dollar Results in Catastrophic Injury: We have a proven record of securing significant settlements and verdicts in wrongful death and severe injury cases. We understand how to work with economists and medical experts to value lifelong care needs for injuries like rhabdomyolysis, traumatic brain injury, and psychological trauma.

Dual Civil & Criminal Expertise: Ralph Manginello’s membership in the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA) means we understand the criminal side of hazing investigations. We can adeptly advise families and witnesses navigating parallel criminal and civil proceedings.

A Data-Driven Investigation for Texas Families: We don’t start from zero. Our Texas Hazing Intelligence Engine, with data on over 1,400 Greek organizations, allows us to immediately identify the network of liable entities—undergraduate chapters, housing corporations, alumni associations, and national headquarters. For Redwater families, this means a faster, more comprehensive investigation.

We serve families from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, and we represent clients throughout Texas, including in Bowie County and the Redwater area. Hablamos Español—Mr. Peña provides fluent Spanish-language legal services.

Your Next Step: A Confidential, No-Obligation Consultation

If hazing has impacted your child and your family, you don’t have to navigate this alone. The institutions involved will have their lawyers; you deserve expert advocates on your side.

We invite you to contact The Manginello Law Firm for a free, completely confidential consultation. In this meeting, we will:

• Listen carefully to your story and review any evidence you have.
• Explain your legal options under Texas and federal law.
• Outline the investigation process and realistic timelines.
• Answer all your questions about the legal process and our contingency fee structure.
• There is no pressure to hire us. Our goal is to ensure you have the information needed to make the best decision for your family.

Time is of the essence. Evidence disappears, witnesses become reluctant, and statutory deadlines approach. Reach out today to protect your child’s rights and pursue accountability.

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For families in Redwater, Texarkana, and across Texas: Let us help you turn a moment of crisis into a pursuit of justice and prevention.

Plain Text Links to Key Resources

News Coverage of the Leonel Bermudez / UH Pi Kappa Phi Hazing Lawsuit:

• Click2Houston Investigation: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2025/11/21/only-on-2-lawsuit-alleges-severe-hazing-at-university-of-houstons-pi-kappa-phi-chapter-fraternity/
• ABC13 Eyewitness News Report: https://abc13.com/post/waterboarding-forced-eating-physical-punishment-lawsuit-alleges-abuse-faced-injured-pledge-uhs-pi-kappa-phi-fraternity/18186418/

Attorney911 Educational Videos:

• Using Your Cellphone to Document Evidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs
• Texas Statutes of Limitations Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRHwg8tV02c
• Client Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3IYsoxOSxY
• How Contingency Fees Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc

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Legal Disclaimer

This article is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC.

Hazing laws, university policies, and legal precedents can change. The information in this guide is current as of late 2025 but may not reflect the most recent developments. Every hazing case is unique, and outcomes depend on the specific facts, evidence, applicable law, and many other factors.

If you or your child has been affected by hazing, we strongly encourage you to consult with a qualified Texas attorney who can review your specific situation, explain your legal rights, and advise you on the best course of action for your family.

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