Hazing Lawyers Serving Scott County, Minnesota – Attorney 911
Scott County Parents: Your Child’s Life Is at Risk
If your son or daughter is involved in Greek life, athletics, or any student organization at schools near Scott County, Minnesota, they could be one hazing incident away from a hospital bed—or worse.
At Attorney 911, we are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure from extreme physical abuse, waterboarding, and forced consumption. This isn’t just happening in Texas—it’s happening in Minnesota too.
Scott County families deserve the same aggressive legal representation we provide nationwide. If your child has been hazed, we will fight for justice.
Why Scott County Families Need a Hazing Lawyer Now
1. Hazing Is Rampant in Minnesota Schools
Scott County is home to Shakopee, Prior Lake, Savage, and other communities where students attend nearby universities and colleges with active Greek life, including:
- University of Minnesota (Twin Cities & Crookston campuses)
- Minnesota State University, Mankato
- St. Cloud State University
- Winona State University
- Gustavus Adolphus College
- St. Olaf College
- Carleton College
These institutions have fraternities and sororities with documented hazing histories. The same national organizations that operate in Texas—Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others—have chapters near Scott County.
2. Hazing Causes Permanent Damage—Or Death
Hazing isn’t just “harmless tradition.” It’s assault, battery, and reckless endangerment. We’ve seen cases where students suffered:
- Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown leading to kidney failure)
- Alcohol poisoning (forced drinking leading to death)
- Traumatic brain injuries (from beatings or falls)
- Psychological trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicide)
- Sexual assault (forced nudity, sexual humiliation)
Our client was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and struck with wooden paddles. He spent four days in the hospital fighting for his life. This could happen to your child in Scott County.
3. Universities & Fraternities Will Try to Silence You
When hazing incidents occur, institutions protect their reputations—not your child. They may:
- Pressure victims to stay quiet
- Destroy evidence (texts, photos, videos)
- Claim “consent” (even though Minnesota law says consent is NOT a defense)
- Offer lowball settlements to make the problem go away
We don’t let them get away with it. We sue everyone responsible—the fraternity, the national organization, the university, and individual perpetrators.
Who We Sue in Scott County Hazing Cases
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Fraternity/Sorority | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture |
| University/College | Failed to prevent hazing despite prior incidents |
| Housing Corporation | Owned/controlled property where hazing occurred |
| Chapter Officers | President, pledgemaster, risk manager—personal liability |
| Individual Members | Participated in or facilitated hazing |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing events at their homes |
In our current case, we’re suing:
✅ Pi Kappa Phi National (for failing to stop hazing despite prior deaths)
✅ University of Houston (for owning the fraternity house where torture occurred)
✅ Individual fraternity members (for waterboarding, forced exercise, and paddling)
Scott County families get the same aggressive representation.
Minnesota Hazing Laws – What You Need to Know
1. Hazing Is a Crime in Minnesota
Under Minnesota Statute § 609.2242, hazing is a gross misdemeanor if it:
- Endangers the physical or mental health of a student
- Involves forced consumption of alcohol or drugs
- Includes physical brutality, sleep deprivation, or exposure to extreme conditions
Penalties:
- Up to 1 year in jail
- Fines up to $3,000
- Criminal charges for perpetrators
2. Consent Is NOT a Defense
Even if your child “agreed” to participate, Minnesota law says consent does not excuse hazing.
3. Civil Lawsuits Can Recover Millions
Beyond criminal charges, victims can sue for:
- Medical bills (past & future)
- Lost wages & earning capacity
- Pain & suffering
- Emotional distress
- Punitive damages (to punish the defendants)
Our current hazing case is seeking $10 million. Scott County victims deserve the same justice.
What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Scott County
✅ Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately
- Go to the ER—even if injuries seem minor
- Document everything (photos, medical records, symptoms)
- Rhabdomyolysis and alcohol poisoning can be fatal—don’t wait
✅ Step 2: Preserve Evidence
- Take screenshots of texts, GroupMe chats, social media posts
- Save photos/videos of injuries or hazing activities
- Get witness names (other pledges, bystanders)
- DO NOT DELETE ANYTHING
✅ Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity or University Without a Lawyer
- They will pressure you to stay quiet
- They may destroy evidence
- They will lowball you with settlement offers
✅ Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 Free Consultation)
We will:
✔ Protect your child from retaliation
✔ Preserve evidence before it disappears
✔ File a lawsuit against ALL responsible parties
✔ Fight for maximum compensation
Why Scott County Families Choose Attorney 911
1. We’re Currently Fighting a $10 Million Hazing Case
We don’t just talk about hazing—we’re in the courtroom right now. Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are representing a student who was waterboarded, forced to do 500 squats, and hospitalized with kidney failure. We know how to win these cases.
2. We Know How Fraternities & Universities Operate
- Ralph Manginello is a former insurance defense attorney—he knows how they try to avoid liability.
- Lupe Pena worked at a national defense firm—he knows their playbook.
- We’ve handled multi-million-dollar injury cases, including the BP Texas City explosion litigation.
3. We Travel to Scott County
We’re based in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, but we serve hazing victims nationwide.
- Video consultations available for Scott County families
- We come to you for depositions, meetings, and trials
- No upfront costs—we work on contingency (you pay nothing unless we win)
4. We Speak Spanish (Se Habla Español)
Many hazing victims in Scott County are from Hispanic families. We provide bilingual legal representation so language barriers don’t prevent justice.
5. We Get Results
- $10M lawsuit filed (current hazing case)
- Millions recovered in personal injury cases
- Hundreds of cases won against insurance companies, corporations, and individuals
Hazing Cases We Handle for Scott County Families
| Type of Hazing | Example | Legal Claims |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Abuse | Beatings, paddling, branding | Assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress |
| Forced Consumption | Alcohol poisoning, forced eating | Negligence, reckless endangerment, wrongful death |
| Waterboarding/Torture | Simulated drowning, restraints | Assault, battery, false imprisonment |
| Sleep Deprivation | All-night hazing sessions | Negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress |
| Sexual Humiliation | Forced nudity, sexual assault | Sexual battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress |
| Extreme Exercise | Rhabdomyolysis, heat stroke | Reckless endangerment, negligence |
| Psychological Abuse | Threats, humiliation, isolation | Intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence |
Scott County Hazing Lawsuit FAQ
Q: Can we sue even if my child “consented”?
A: YES. Minnesota law explicitly states that consent is NOT a defense to hazing.
Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus?
A: We can still sue. Hazing is illegal on or off campus.
Q: How much can we recover?
A: It depends on the severity of the injuries. In our current case, we’re seeking $10 million. Other hazing cases have resulted in:
- $10.1M (Stone Foltz, Ohio)
- $6.1M (Max Gruver, Louisiana)
- $110M+ (Timothy Piazza, Pennsylvania)
Q: What if the fraternity is already suspended?
A: That doesn’t stop us from suing. We pursue the national organization, the university, and individual members—not just the local chapter.
Q: How long do we have to file a lawsuit?
A: Minnesota has a 2-year statute of limitations. Do not wait—evidence disappears, and your rights expire.
Q: Will my child face retaliation?
A: We protect our clients. We file confidentiality orders and take legal action against anyone who retaliates.
Scott County Families: Call Us Before It’s Too Late
📞 1-888-ATTY-911 (24/7 Free Consultation)
📧 ralph@atty911.com
We don’t let fraternities, universities, or insurance companies silence Scott County victims. If your child has been hazed, we will fight for justice.
Enough is enough. Let’s end hazing in Minnesota. Call us today.
