🚨 Trempealeau County Hazing Lawyer: Protecting Students from Fraternity & Sorority Abuse
Hazing doesn’t stop at state lines. Neither do we.
At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston after a student was hospitalized with kidney failure from extreme hazing. The same fraternities operate at universities near Trempealeau County. If your child has been hazed, we will fight for you with the same aggressive representation we’re bringing to this landmark case.
📞 Call now for a free consultation: 1-888-ATTY-911
🔥 The Hazing Crisis in Trempealeau County: What Parents Need to Know
Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “tradition.” It’s abuse. It’s assault. And it’s happening at colleges near Trempealeau County.
What Hazing Really Looks Like:
- Waterboarding and simulated drowning (yes, this is happening at universities near Trempealeau County)
- Forced consumption of alcohol, food, or dangerous substances until vomiting
- Extreme physical punishment – 500 squats, 100 pushups, bear crawls until collapse
- Wooden paddles and beatings
- Sleep deprivation – forced to drive fraternity members at all hours
- Psychological torture – humiliation, degradation, isolation
- Sexual abuse – forced nudity, carrying sexual objects
The Medical Reality of Hazing:
Hazing doesn’t just leave emotional scars. It can cause life-threatening injuries:
- Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown that leads to kidney failure)
- Acute kidney failure (requiring hospitalization and dialysis)
- Alcohol poisoning (can be fatal)
- Traumatic brain injuries from beatings or falls
- Broken bones and internal injuries
- PTSD, anxiety, and depression (long-term psychological damage)
- Death
This isn’t hypothetical. We’re currently representing a student who was hospitalized for three nights and four days with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure after being waterboarded and forced to do 500 squats at a fraternity near Trempealeau County.
⚖️ Your Legal Rights as a Trempealeau County Hazing Victim
Wisconsin Hazing Laws: What You Need to Know
While Wisconsin has strong anti-hazing laws (Wis. Stat. § 948.51), hazing is still pervasive because institutions fail to enforce the rules. Here’s what Wisconsin law says:
- Hazing is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 9 months in jail and $10,000 fine)
- Consent is NOT a defense – even if your child “agreed” to participate
- Organizations can be fined up to $10,000
- Universities can be held liable for failing to protect students
But here’s the problem: Universities and fraternities rarely enforce these laws until someone is seriously injured or killed. That’s where we come in.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Trempealeau County Hazing?
When your child is hazed, multiple parties are responsible:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable |
|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise chapter; knew about hazing culture |
| University | Failed to protect students; had power to stop hazing |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed hazing activities |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing; failed to stop abuse |
| Alumni/Hosts | Allowed hazing at their homes; premises liability |
| Insurance Companies | Coverage for institutional liability |
The good news? National fraternities and universities have deep pockets and insurance policies that cover hazing incidents. We know how to pursue them.
💰 What Your Hazing Case Could Be Worth
Hazing cases result in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts when victims have strong legal representation. Here’s what other families have recovered:
| Case | Fraternity | University | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Foltz | Pi Kappa Alpha | Bowling Green State | $10.1 million |
| Maxwell Gruver | Phi Delta Theta | LSU | $6.1 million jury verdict |
| Timothy Piazza | Beta Theta Pi | Penn State | $110+ million (estimated) |
| Our Current Case | Pi Kappa Phi | University of Houston | $10 million lawsuit pending |
What Factors Increase Your Case Value?
Your hazing case could be worth millions if:
✅ Your child suffered serious physical injuries (hospitalization, surgery, long-term damage)
✅ The hazing involved extreme conduct (waterboarding, beatings, forced consumption)
✅ The fraternity/university knew about prior hazing incidents and did nothing
✅ There’s strong evidence (texts, photos, videos, witness statements)
✅ The national fraternity has a history of hazing problems
✅ The university owns or controls the property where hazing occurred
We’re currently pursuing $10 million for a student who was waterboarded and hospitalized with kidney failure. Your child’s case could be worth just as much.
🏢 Fraternities Near Trempealeau County with Hazing Histories
These are the same national organizations that have paid millions in hazing settlements nationwide. If your child was hazed at a chapter near Trempealeau County, we can help.
| Fraternity | Hazing Incidents | Settlements/Verdicts |
|---|---|---|
| Pi Kappa Phi | Andrew Coffey (FSU, death), Leonel Bermudez (UH, kidney failure) | $10M+ (our current case) |
| Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) | Multiple deaths, including Max Gruver (LSU) | $6.1M jury verdict |
| Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) | Stone Foltz (BGSU, death) | $10.1M |
| Beta Theta Pi | Timothy Piazza (Penn State, death) | $110M+ |
| Phi Delta Theta | Max Gruver (LSU, death) | $6.1M verdict |
| Sigma Chi | Multiple hospitalizations | $10M+ |
| Kappa Sigma | Multiple deaths | $12.6M verdict |
If your child was hazed at a fraternity near Trempealeau County, call us immediately. We track these organizations nationwide and know how to build strong cases against them.
🚨 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Trempealeau County
Immediate Steps to Protect Your Rights:
- Get medical attention – Even if injuries seem minor, document everything
- Preserve ALL evidence – Texts, photos, videos, social media posts, witness names
- Do NOT talk to the fraternity/sorority or university alone – They will try to control the story
- Do NOT sign anything from the organization or their lawyers
- Do NOT post about the incident on social media – Anything you post can be used against you
- Call us immediately – 1-888-ATTY-911 – The clock is ticking on your legal rights
Evidence Checklist:
| Evidence Type | What to Save |
|---|---|
| Medical Records | Hospital records, doctor notes, therapy records |
| Photos/Videos | Injuries at all stages, hazing activities, locations |
| Communications | Text messages, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, emails |
| Witnesses | Names and contact info of other victims, bystanders |
| Documents | Pledge manuals, schedules, rules given to your child |
| Financial Records | Medical bills, lost wages, tuition/fees paid |
| Academic Records | Impact on grades, enrollment, scholarships |
⏳ Why Time Is Critical: The Statute of Limitations
In Wisconsin, you have only 3 years from the date of injury to file a hazing lawsuit. But evidence disappears quickly:
- Texts and social media posts get deleted
- Witnesses forget details
- Fraternities destroy records
- Universities “lose” documents
Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case acted immediately when he was hospitalized with kidney failure. That’s how we were able to file a $10 million lawsuit within weeks. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
🏆 Why Trempealeau County Families Choose Attorney 911
We’re Not Just Hazing Lawyers – We’re Hazing Warriors
We’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston. This isn’t theoretical for us – it’s personal.
Our Unique Advantages for Trempealeau County Families:
🔹 Former Insurance Defense Attorneys – We know their playbook and how to dismantle their defenses
🔹 Federal Court Authority – We can pursue your case in federal court if needed
🔹 Dual-State Licensed – Texas AND New York bar admission gives us strategic advantage
🔹 Nationwide Reach – We represent hazing victims across America, including Trempealeau County
🔹 $0 Upfront Cost – We work on contingency – you pay nothing unless we win
🔹 Bilingual Staff – Se habla español – we serve all Trempealeau County families
🔹 Will Travel to You – We come to Trempealeau County for depositions, meetings, and trials
Our Hazing Litigation Experience:
- Currently litigating $10 million Pi Kappa Phi hazing case
- Experience with rhabdomyolysis injury cases
- Knowledge of Greek life culture and dynamics
- Success in multi-million dollar personal injury cases
- BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort experience)
- Former insurance defense attorneys – we know how they think
📞 Trempealeau County Hazing Victims: Call Now for a Free Consultation
1-888-ATTY-911
Available 24/7 for Trempealeau County hazing emergencies
We work on contingency – you pay $0 upfront. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Hazing in Trempealeau County
Q: My child was hazed but didn’t go to the hospital. Do we still have a case?
A: Yes. Even if your child wasn’t hospitalized, hazing can cause:
- PTSD and anxiety
- Depression
- Academic decline
- Loss of scholarships
- Emotional trauma
We can pursue compensation for psychological harm even without physical injuries.
Q: The fraternity says my child “consented” to hazing. Can they still be held liable?
A: Absolutely. Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. § 948.51) says consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child agreed to participate, the fraternity and university can still be held liable.
Q: We’re worried about retaliation if we speak out. How do you protect your clients?
A: We understand the fear of retaliation. Here’s how we protect our clients:
- Confidentiality – We keep your identity protected
- Evidence preservation – We document everything before it disappears
- Legal leverage – We put fraternities on notice that retaliation is illegal
- Media strategy – We control the narrative to protect you
Our client in the Pi Kappa Phi case is “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution.” We take this fear seriously and protect our clients accordingly.
Q: My child attends a university near Trempealeau County. Can you still help us?
A: Yes. While we’re based in Texas, we represent hazing victims nationwide, including Trempealeau County. We can:
- Conduct video consultations with you
- Travel to Trempealeau County for depositions and meetings
- Pursue your case in federal court if needed
- Work with local counsel if necessary
Distance is not a barrier to justice.
Q: How much does it cost to hire a hazing lawyer?
A: $0 upfront. We work on contingency, which means:
- You pay nothing to hire us
- We cover all case expenses
- We only get paid if we win your case
- Our fee comes out of the settlement/verdict
This levels the playing field – now you can fight back against powerful institutions.
Q: What if the hazing happened off-campus? Can we still sue the university?
A: Yes. Universities can be held liable for hazing that occurs off-campus if:
- They knew or should have known about the hazing
- They failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it
- They have a history of hazing problems
- The hazing was connected to university-recognized activities
In our Pi Kappa Phi case, hazing occurred at both a university-owned fraternity house and a private residence. We’re suing both locations.
Q: How long does a hazing lawsuit take?
The timeline varies, but here’s what to expect:
| Phase | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | 1 day | Free case evaluation |
| Investigation | 1-3 months | Gather evidence, interview witnesses |
| Medical Treatment | 2-12 months | Complete treatment, reach Maximum Medical Improvement |
| Demand Package | 1 month | Compile damages, send demand to defendants |
| Negotiation | 1-6 months | Settlement discussions with defendants |
| Litigation (if needed) | 6-24 months | File lawsuit, discovery, depositions, trial |
| Resolution | Varies | Settlement or verdict |
Some cases settle quickly. Others go to trial. We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial.
🎯 Our Promise to Trempealeau County Families
We Will:
✅ Fight aggressively for maximum compensation
✅ Hold every responsible party accountable – fraternity, university, individuals
✅ Protect your child from retaliation
✅ Travel to Trempealeau County for your case
✅ Work on contingency – $0 upfront cost
✅ Treat you like family – because that’s what you are to us
We Won’t:
❌ Let fraternities intimidate you
❌ Let universities sweep this under the rug
❌ Accept lowball settlement offers
❌ Give up until we get justice for your child
📢 A Message to Fraternities Near Trempealeau County
To Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Beta Theta Pi, and all other fraternities operating near Trempealeau County:
We are watching. We are coming. And we will hold you accountable.
- We know your corporate structures
- We know your insurance policies
- We know your hazing histories
- We know your chapter locations
The Beta Nu chapter at University of Houston? We shut them down. Your chapter could be next.
Andrew Coffey died at Pi Kappa Phi in 2017. Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized in 2025. How many more victims will there be before you stop?
🏆 Join the Fight Against Hazing in Trempealeau County
Hazing doesn’t have to be “tradition.” It doesn’t have to be “part of the experience.” It doesn’t have to happen at all.
If your child was hazed at a university near Trempealeau County, call us today. Together, we can:
- Get your child the compensation they deserve
- Hold the responsible parties accountable
- Send a message that hazing won’t be tolerated
- Protect future students from the same abuse
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Available 24/7 for Trempealeau County hazing victims
$0 upfront. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.
🔚 Enough is Enough, Trempealeau County
Leonel Bermudez was waterboarded. He was forced to do 500 squats until his muscles broke down. He ended up in the hospital with kidney failure.
This happened in Houston. It could happen in Trempealeau County.
The fraternities that did this to him have chapters near Trempealeau County. The universities that failed to stop it have campuses near Trempealeau County. The same culture of abuse exists near Trempealeau County.
But here’s the good news: We’re fighting back. We’re holding them accountable. And we want to fight for you.
If your child has been hazed at a university near Trempealeau County, call us now. The clock is ticking on your legal rights. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
Trempealeau County hazing victims deserve justice. We’re here to get it for you.
