Hazing Victims in Rogers County, Oklahoma: Legal Rights & How to Get Justice

🚨 Hazing Is Happening in Rogers County – And It’s Not Just “Tradition”

Rogers County families send their children to college expecting them to be safe. But at universities across Oklahoma and the nation, hazing continues to cause severe injuries, psychological trauma, and even death. This isn’t just “boys being boys” or “building brotherhood” – it’s abuse, and it’s illegal.

If your child has been hazed in Rogers County or at a nearby university, you have legal rights. The same fraternities involved in the University of Houston’s $10 million hazing lawsuit operate chapters near Rogers County. The same patterns of abuse – forced drinking, physical torture, sleep deprivation, and humiliation – are happening right here.

Attorney 911 is fighting this battle right now. We’re representing a student who was hospitalized after being waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles during a fraternity hazing ritual. We know how to hold these organizations accountable – and we can do the same for Rogers County families.

🔍 What Is Hazing? (And Why It’s Illegal in Oklahoma)

Hazing is any activity that endangers the mental or physical health of a student for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, or maintaining membership in an organization. In Oklahoma, hazing is a crime – and it doesn’t matter if the victim “consented.”

Examples of Hazing That Have Happened Near Rogers County:

✔ Forced drinking – Alcohol poisoning, blackouts, and death
✔ Extreme physical punishment – Hundreds of pushups, bear crawls, paddling
✔ Sleep deprivation – Forced late-night activities, exhaustion
✔ Waterboarding & simulated drowning – Torture disguised as “tradition”
✔ Forced eating until vomiting – Then forced to keep exercising
✔ Psychological abuse – Humiliation, threats, social isolation
✔ Sexual assault & harassment – Forced nudity, inappropriate touching

This is not “team bonding.” This is abuse – and it can cause permanent damage.

⚖️ Legal Rights for Rogers County Hazing Victims

If your child was hazed in Rogers County or at a nearby university, you can sue for compensation. Oklahoma law allows victims to hold fraternities, sororities, universities, and individual members accountable.

Who Can Be Sued for Hazing in Rogers County?

What Can Rogers County Families Recover?

💰 Recent hazing settlements prove these cases win big:

• $10.1 million – Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)
• $6.1 million – Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, LSU)
• $110+ million – Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)

Rogers County families deserve the same justice.

🏛️ Oklahoma Hazing Laws – What You Need to Know

1. Oklahoma’s Anti-Hazing Statute (21 O.S. § 1190)

• Hazing is a misdemeanor (up to 1 year in jail, $500 fine)
• If hazing causes serious injury or death, it’s a felony (up to 5 years in prison)
• Consent is NOT a defense – Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law still holds the organization liable

2. Civil Lawsuits for Hazing

• Victims can sue for negligence, assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress
• Universities can be held liable for failing to supervise Greek life
• National fraternities can be held liable for failing to enforce anti-hazing policies

3. Statute of Limitations (Time to Sue)

• Personal injury: 2 years from the date of injury
• Wrongful death: 2 years from the date of death

⚠️ Don’t wait – evidence disappears, and your rights expire.

📋 What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in Rogers County

Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

• Go to the ER or urgent care – Even if injuries seem minor, some conditions (like rhabdomyolysis) can be life-threatening
• Document everything – Save medical records, photos of injuries, and receipts

Step 2: Preserve Evidence

• Save all communications – Texts, GroupMe messages, Snapchats, emails
• Take screenshots – Before the organization deletes anything
• Get witness names – Other pledges, friends, bystanders
• Photograph injuries – Bruises, cuts, burns, or other physical harm

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

• They will try to cover it up – Fraternities, sororities, and universities have lawyers and PR teams working to minimize liability
• Do NOT sign anything – They may try to get you to waive your rights
• Do NOT post on social media – Anything you say can be used against you

Step 4: Contact an Experienced Hazing Attorney

• We offer free consultations – Call 1-888-ATTY-911 or email ralph@atty911.com
• We work on contingency – You pay nothing unless we win
• We travel to Rogers County – For depositions, meetings, and court appearances

🎯 Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Rogers County Hazing Case?

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
• We know how these organizations operate – and how to beat them

2. Former Insurance Defense Attorneys

• We know how insurance companies try to deny claims
• We use that knowledge to maximize your compensation

3. Nationwide Experience

• We’ve handled hazing cases involving Kappa Sigma, Texas A&M, and other major universities
• We can pursue cases in federal court – giving us more leverage against national fraternities

4. We Come to Rogers County

• We’ll travel to Claremore, Catoosa, Inola, or anywhere in Rogers County for your case
• We offer video consultations for families who can’t travel

5. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)

• Many hazing victims are from Hispanic families
• We ensure no language barriers stand in the way of justice

6. We Work on Contingency – No Upfront Costs

• You pay nothing unless we win
• No hourly fees, no retainers
• We take the risk – you get the justice

🏫 Universities Near Rogers County with Greek Life (Where Hazing Happens)

Rogers County is home to several colleges and universities where Greek life is active. The same fraternities involved in the UH hazing case have chapters near Rogers County:

If your child attends any of these schools, they could be at risk.

📢 What Rogers County Parents Need to Know About Hazing

1. Hazing Doesn’t Just Happen in Fraternities

• Sororities, sports teams, marching bands, ROTC, and even academic clubs haze students
• It’s not just “college kids” – high school hazing is also a problem

2. Universities Know It’s Happening – And Do Nothing

• The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was tortured
• They had a prior hazing incident in 2017 – and still didn’t stop it
• Rogers County universities are no different – they turn a blind eye to protect their reputation

3. Fraternities Have Deep Pockets

• National fraternities have millions in assets and insurance
• They pay big settlements when caught – but only if victims sue
• If you don’t sue, they get away with it

4. Hazing Can Cause Permanent Damage

• Physical injuries: Broken bones, organ damage, brain injuries
• Psychological trauma: PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide
• Academic impact: Failed classes, dropped out of school
• Career impact: Lost internships, damaged reputation

5. You Have the Power to Stop It

• One lawsuit can shut down a dangerous chapter
• One lawsuit can force a university to change its policies
• One lawsuit can save future students from being hurt

🚫 Common Excuses Fraternities Use (And Why They’re Wrong)

📞 What to Do Next: Contact Attorney 911

If your child was hazed in Rogers County or at a nearby university, you have legal rights – and we can help.

📅 Free Consultation – No Obligation

• Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
• Email ralph@atty911.com
• Visit attorney911.com for live chat

💼 How We Help Rogers County Families:

✅ Free case evaluation – We’ll tell you if you have a strong claim
✅ Evidence preservation – We’ll make sure nothing gets deleted
✅ Insurance negotiations – We’ll deal with the fraternity’s lawyers
✅ Lawsuit filing – We’ll sue everyone responsible
✅ Maximum compensation – We’ll fight for every dollar you deserve

⏳ Don’t Wait – Your Time Is Limited

• 2-year statute of limitations in Oklahoma
• Evidence disappears quickly – fraternities delete texts, hide records
• The sooner we act, the stronger your case

🔥 Our Promise to Rogers County Families

“We don’t just talk about hazing – we fight it. We’re currently suing a fraternity that waterboarded our client and put him in the hospital. We will bring that same fight to Rogers County. If your child was hazed, we will hold every single person responsible accountable – the fraternity, the university, and the individuals who did it. Enough is enough.”

— Ralph Manginello & Lupe Pena, Attorney 911

📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What if my child doesn’t want to sue?

We understand that victims often feel loyalty, fear, or shame. But hazing is abuse, and it will keep happening unless someone stands up. We can pursue the case without your child’s active involvement if needed.

2. Will this affect my child’s academic standing?

Universities cannot retaliate against students for reporting hazing. If they do, we’ll sue them too.

3. How much does it cost to hire Attorney 911?

Nothing upfront. We work on contingency – you only pay if we win.

4. Can we sue even if the hazing didn’t cause serious injury?

Yes. Even psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) is compensable. If your child was humiliated, threatened, or abused, we can help.

5. What if the fraternity already suspended the chapter?

That’s an admission of guilt. It shows they knew what was happening – and now they’re trying to limit liability. We’ll use that against them in court.

6. Can we sue if the hazing happened off-campus?

Yes. Hazing is illegal whether it happens on or off campus.

7. What if my child was drinking during the hazing?

Forced drinking is still hazing. Even if your child consumed alcohol voluntarily, the fraternity is still liable for creating the dangerous situation.

8. How long does a hazing lawsuit take?

Most cases settle within 1-2 years, but complex cases can take longer. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way.

🏆 Our Track Record: We Get Results

📢 Final Message to Rogers County Families

Hazing is not a rite of passage. It’s not tradition. It’s not “building character.”

It’s abuse. It’s illegal. And it ends with you.

If your child was hazed in Rogers County or at a nearby university, you have the power to stop it. You have the power to hold the fraternity accountable. You have the power to protect the next student.

We’re ready to fight for you. Call us today.

📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
🌐 attorney911.com

Justice for Rogers County hazing victims starts here.