Hazing Lawyers for Scott County Families | Attorney 911
When “Tradition” Becomes Torture: We Fight for Scott County Hazing Victims
Scott County parents, students, and families: If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any organization near Scott County, Arkansas, you are not alone. We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — and we are ready to bring that same fight to Scott County.**
This Happened in Houston. It’s Happening in Scott County Too.
On November 21, 2025, we filed a $10 million lawsuit on behalf of Leonel Bermudez, a young man who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles during Pi Kappa Phi hazing at the University of Houston. He ended up in the hospital with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure — his muscles literally broke down from the abuse.
The same fraternities operate near Scott County. The same “traditions” exist. The same negligence allows it to continue.
If your child has been hazed at University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, Arkansas Tech University, or any other institution near Scott County, we will fight for you with the same aggression we’re bringing to the courtroom in Texas.
Scott County Hazing: What You Need to Know
1. Hazing Is Not “Tradition” — It’s Abuse
Hazing includes:
- Physical abuse: Beatings, paddling, forced exercise to exhaustion
- Forced consumption: Alcohol, food, or other substances until vomiting
- Waterboarding: Simulated drowning (as seen in our UH case)
- Psychological torture: Humiliation, threats, sleep deprivation
- Sexual abuse: Forced nudity, sexual acts, carrying sexual objects
This is not “boys being boys.” This is not “building brotherhood.” This is assault. This is battery. This is torture.
2. Universities and National Organizations Are Liable
In our UH case:
- University of Houston owned the fraternity house where hazing occurred
- Pi Kappa Phi National knew about a “hazing crisis” and did nothing
- Both entities failed to protect students despite prior incidents
The same applies to Scott County institutions:
- Universities near Scott County have a duty to protect students from hazing
- National fraternities/sororities have a duty to supervise chapters
- When they fail, they are legally responsible
3. You Have Legal Rights — Even If Your Child “Consented”
Texas and Arkansas law are clear: Consent is NOT a defense to hazing.
Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the law says:
“It is not a defense that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.”
The law was written specifically to prevent fraternities from using “consent” as an excuse.
Scott County Hazing Cases We Handle
We represent victims of hazing in:
- Fraternities and sororities (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others)
- Sports teams (football, basketball, baseball, etc.)
- Marching bands
- ROTC programs
- Clubs and organizations
- Military academies
If your child was hazed at any organization near Scott County, we can help.
Why Scott County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We Are Fighting This Battle Right Now
- Currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and University of Houston
- Media coverage in ABC13, KHOU 11, Houston Chronicle, Houston Public Media
- Proven track record in hazing litigation, including rhabdomyolysis cases
2. We Are Former Insurance Defense Attorneys
- We know exactly how insurance companies and institutions defend hazing cases
- We know their playbook — and we use it against them
- This gives Scott County families an unfair advantage in settlement negotiations and trials
3. We Have Federal Court Authority
- Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
- Can pursue Scott County hazing cases in federal court if needed
- Dual-state bar licenses (Texas and New York) for strategic advantage
4. We Travel to Scott County
- Distance is not a barrier — we will travel to Scott County for depositions, trials, and client meetings
- Remote consultations available for Scott County families
- 24/7 availability for Scott County hazing emergencies
5. We Work on Contingency — $0 Upfront
- Scott County families pay nothing unless we win
- No hourly fees, no retainers
- We take the risk so you can focus on recovery
What to Do If Your Child Has Been Hazed in Scott County
Step 1: Seek Medical Attention Immediately
- Hazing injuries (like rhabdomyolysis) may not be obvious right away
- Document everything — hospital records, doctor’s notes, photos of injuries
Step 2: Preserve All Evidence
- Do NOT delete any texts, emails, GroupMe chats, or social media messages
- Take screenshots of all communications about hazing
- Save photos/videos from hazing activities
- Write down everything you remember (dates, times, locations, names)
Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Organization Without a Lawyer
- Fraternities, sororities, and universities will try to control the narrative
- They will pressure you to sign documents or give statements
- Anything you say can be used against you
Step 4: Contact Attorney 911 Immediately
- Call our hazing hotline: 1-888-ATTY-911
- Email: ralph@atty911.com
- Free consultation — we will evaluate your Scott County case at no cost
Scott County Hazing: Who We Can Sue
In our UH case, we are suing:
- The local fraternity chapter (Beta Nu at UH)
- The national organization (Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc.)
- The housing corporation (Beta Nu Housing Corporation)
- The university (University of Houston)
- Individual members (president, pledgemaster, participants)
- Former members and spouses (who hosted hazing at their homes)
We will pursue the same defendants for Scott County hazing cases.
Scott County Hazing: What Damages Can You Recover?
Economic Damages (Money You’ve Lost)
- Medical bills (hospital stays, treatments, therapy)
- Lost wages (time missed from work or school)
- Future medical expenses (if injuries require long-term care)
- Educational disruption (tuition, scholarships, delayed graduation)
Non-Economic Damages (Pain and Suffering)
- Physical pain from injuries
- Emotional distress (PTSD, anxiety, depression)
- Humiliation and shame from hazing
- Loss of enjoyment of life (impact on college experience)
Punitive Damages (Punishing the Wrongdoers)
- Awarded when conduct is egregious or intentional
- Designed to deter future hazing
- Can be millions of dollars in severe cases
Scott County Hazing: Recent Cases That Prove You Can Win
| Case | University | Fraternity | Outcome | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Bowling Green State | Pi Kappa Alpha | Settlement | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Louisiana State | Phi Delta Theta | Jury Verdict | $6.1 million |
| Timothy Piazza | Penn State | Beta Theta Pi | Settlement | $110 million+ |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential |
| Leonel Bermudez | University of Houston | Pi Kappa Phi | $10 million lawsuit pending | Our case |
These cases prove that hazing victims and families can win big. Scott County families deserve the same justice.
Scott County Hazing: The Clock Is Ticking
- Texas and Arkansas have a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases
- Evidence disappears (texts deleted, witnesses forget, organizations destroy records)
- The sooner you act, the stronger your case
Do not wait. Contact us today.
Scott County Hazing Lawyers: Free Consultation
If your child has been hazed near Scott County, call us now for a free, confidential consultation.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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We serve Scott County families from our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont — and we travel to Scott County for your case.
Scott County Parents: You Sent Your Child to College for an Education — Not for Torture
We will fight for your child. We will hold the abusers accountable. We will make sure this never happens to another Scott County family.
Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today.
