🚨 Hazing Victims in Union County, New Jersey — You Are Not Alone
If your child has been hazed at a fraternity, sorority, sports team, or any student organization near Union County, we can help.
The same fraternities that waterboarded a student at the University of Houston have chapters at colleges and universities throughout New Jersey, including near Union County. The same hazing culture exists at institutions across the Garden State. And we are fighting it — right now — with a $10 million lawsuit that proves these cases can win.
Union County families: You have the same rights. You deserve the same justice.
🏛️ Greek Life Near Union County — The Same Hazing Risks Exist Here
Union County is home to a vibrant college community with several institutions where Greek life thrives. Many of these universities have active chapters of the same national fraternities and sororities involved in hazing incidents nationwide — including Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, and others.
Colleges and Universities Near Union County with Greek Life:
| Institution | Location | Distance from Union County | Notable Greek Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-Newark | Newark, NJ | ~10 miles | Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, others |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) | Newark, NJ | ~10 miles | Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, others |
| Kean University | Union, NJ | Within Union County | Multiple fraternities and sororities |
| Seton Hall University | South Orange, NJ | ~15 miles | Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, others |
| Montclair State University | Montclair, NJ | ~20 miles | Multiple fraternities and sororities |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | New Brunswick, NJ | ~30 miles | Large Greek system with all major nationals |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ | ~40 miles | Ivy League Greek life presence |
Union County families: If your child attends or plans to attend any of these institutions, they face the same hazing risks we’re fighting in Texas. The same national organizations operate here. The same “traditions” of abuse exist.
💔 What Hazing Looks Like — It’s Happening Near Union County Too
Our client at the University of Houston was subjected to:
- Waterboarding with a garden hose — simulated drowning
- Forced to do 500 squats and 100 pushups until he collapsed
- Struck with wooden paddles — physical assault
- Forced eating until vomiting — then forced to keep running
- Sleep deprivation — forced to drive fraternity members at all hours
- Psychological torture — carrying sexual objects, humiliation, threats
This is not “tradition.” This is not “brotherhood.” This is abuse. This is assault. And it’s happening at New Jersey colleges near Union County.
📜 New Jersey Hazing Laws — Strong Protections for Union County Victims
New Jersey has some of the strongest anti-hazing laws in the country. Under N.J.S.A. 2C:40-3, hazing is a fourth-degree crime — a felony — when it creates a substantial risk of physical injury. If hazing causes serious bodily injury, it becomes a third-degree crime.
Key Provisions of New Jersey Hazing Law:
| Statute | Provision | Union County Application |
|---|---|---|
| N.J.S.A. 2C:40-3 | Hazing that creates substantial risk of physical injury is a crime | Union County prosecutors can pursue criminal charges |
| N.J.S.A. 2C:40-3(b) | Hazing causing serious bodily injury is a third-degree crime | Up to 5 years in prison for perpetrators |
| N.J.S.A. 18A:3B-81 | Requires colleges to adopt anti-hazing policies | Union County institutions must have prevention programs |
| N.J.S.A. 18A:3B-82 | Requires colleges to report hazing incidents to law enforcement | Union County institutions must report hazing |
| Civil Liability | Victims can sue for negligence, assault, battery, emotional distress | Union County victims can pursue compensation |
Union County families: New Jersey law is on your side. Hazing is a crime, and victims have strong civil rights to compensation.
💰 Why $10 Million Matters — This Is What Hazing Costs
We are currently pursuing a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for hazing that hospitalized our client with rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure.
This is not an arbitrary number. This is what hazing cases are worth.
Precedent Cases — Hazing Victims Win Big
| 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 |
| Adam Oakes | Virginia Commonwealth | Delta Chi | Settlement | $4+ million |
| Andrew Coffey | Florida State | Pi Kappa Phi | Settlement | Confidential (multi-million) |
Union County families: These cases prove that hazing victims can and do win substantial compensation. The same legal strategies apply to New Jersey cases.
⚖️ Who Is Liable in Union County Hazing Cases?
When hazing happens near Union County, multiple parties can be held accountable:
| Defendant | Why They’re Liable | Union County Application |
|---|---|---|
| Local Chapter | Directly organized and conducted hazing | Union County fraternity/sorority chapters |
| National Organization | Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture | Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Pike, etc. — all operate near Union County |
| University | Failed to prevent hazing; failed to supervise Greek life | Rutgers-Newark, Kean, Seton Hall, NJIT, etc. |
| Chapter Officers | Leadership responsibility; directed activities | Presidents, pledge masters, risk managers |
| Individual Members | Participated in hazing | Every member who was involved |
| Alumni | Hosted hazing at their homes | Premises liability |
| Housing Corporations | Owned property where hazing occurred | Premises liability |
Union County families: We sue everyone responsible. We don’t let institutions hide behind their size or reputation.
🔍 What to Do If Your Child Is Hazed in Union County
Step-by-Step Action Guide for Union County Families
| Step | Action | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Ensure Safety | Remove victim from dangerous situation immediately | Safety first — no more abuse |
| 2. Seek Medical Attention | Go to the ER or urgent care — even if injuries seem minor | Document everything medically; rhabdomyolysis symptoms may be delayed |
| 3. Preserve Evidence | Take photos of injuries, hazing locations, items used | Evidence disappears quickly |
| 4. Screenshot Everything | Save texts, GroupMe, Snapchat, Instagram DMs | Communications prove hazing |
| 5. Get Witness Information | Names and contact info of other victims/witnesses | Corroboration strengthens case |
| 6. Do NOT Talk to the Organization | They will try to control the narrative | Anything you say can be used against you |
| 7. Do NOT Post on Social Media | Insurance lawyers will use posts against you | “I’m fine” posts destroy cases |
| 8. Report to Authorities | File police report; report to university Title IX office | Creates official record |
| 9. Contact an Attorney | Call Attorney 911 — free consultation | Know your rights; protect your case |
Union County families: Time is critical. Evidence disappears. Memories fade. Statutes of limitations expire. Act now.
📞 Union County Hazing Victims — Call Attorney 911 Today
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Why Union County Families Choose Attorney 911:
✅ Hazing Litigation Experts — We’re fighting a $10 million hazing case right now
✅ Former Insurance Defense Attorneys — We know how they’ll fight back
✅ Federal Court Authority — Can pursue cases nationwide
✅ Dual-State Bar Licenses — Texas AND New York
✅ Se Habla Español — Bilingual staff serving Union County families
✅ Contingency Fee — $0 upfront — We don’t get paid unless you win
✅ We Travel to Union County — For depositions, trials, and client meetings
✅ Video Consultations — Union County families can meet with us remotely
Union County families: You don’t have to fight this alone. We are here to help.
🎯 The Message to Union County Fraternities: We Are Watching
To the fraternities operating near Union County:
We know who you are. We know your corporate structures. We know your national organizations have paid millions in hazing settlements.
Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi — if your chapter operates near Union County, know this:
- We are currently litigating a $10 million hazing lawsuit.
- We have proven these cases can win.
- We will pursue every liable entity — your chapter, your nationals, your university, your individual members.
- We will use every legal tool to hold you accountable.
The UH Pi Kappa Phi chapter that hospitalized our client? It’s now shut down. Your chapter could be next.
🏛️ The Message to Union County Universities: You Are Responsible
To the universities near Union County — Rutgers, Kean, Seton Hall, NJIT, Montclair State, Princeton:
You have a duty to protect your students. When you fail, you share liability.
- You know hazing happens in Greek life.
- You have the power to inspect, regulate, and shut down dangerous chapters.
- When you fail to act, students get hurt.
- When students get hurt, you pay.
The University of Houston owned the fraternity house where our client was waterboarded. They are now a defendant in our $10 million lawsuit.
Union County institutions: The same liability applies to you. Act now — or face accountability in court.
💔 To Union County Hazing Victims and Families: You Deserve Justice
If you or your child has been hazed at a college or university near Union County, you may feel:
- Shame — that you “let it happen”
- Fear — of retaliation or social consequences
- Confusion — about what constitutes hazing
- Hopelessness — that nothing can be done
We want you to know:
✅ You did nothing wrong. You trusted an institution that betrayed you.
✅ You are not alone. We represent hazing victims nationwide.
✅ You have rights. New Jersey law protects you.
✅ You can seek justice. We have proven these cases win.
✅ You can prevent future victims. Your courage can save others.
Union County families: If you’re ready to step forward, we’re ready to fight for you.
📅 Union County Hazing Statute of Limitations — Act Now
In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 2 years from the date of injury.
This means you have a limited time to take legal action.
Union County families: Don’t wait until it’s too late. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Your rights expire.
🔥 Why This Matters for Union County
Hazing doesn’t just happen in Texas. It happens in New Jersey. It happens at colleges near Union County. It happens to Union County students.
The same fraternities that waterboarded our client operate at Rutgers, Kean, Seton Hall, and other schools near Union County.
The same universities that failed to protect students in Texas have the same oversight failures here.
The same culture of abuse that hospitalized Leonel Bermudez exists in Union County.
But here’s the difference: Now, Union County families know their rights. Now, Union County victims have a team that will fight for them. Now, Union County has Attorney 911.
🏆 What We Fight For — Union County Families Deserve Justice
When we take on a hazing case for Union County families, we fight for:
✅ Full compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma
✅ Accountability for every person and institution responsible
✅ Systemic change to prevent future hazing
✅ Justice for your child and your family
Union County families: We don’t just want to win your case. We want to end hazing culture at colleges near Union County.
📞 Union County Hazing Victims — Call Now
You don’t have to face this alone. We are here to help.
📞 1-888-ATTY-911
📧 ralph@atty911.com
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Free consultation. Available 24/7. We come to Union County.
🔗 Additional Resources for Union County Families
- New Jersey Coalition Against Hazing: www.njcah.org
- Hazing Prevention Network: www.hazingprevention.org
- Clery Center (Campus Safety): www.clerycenter.org
- New Jersey State Police — Hazing Reporting: www.njsp.org
Union County Families: Enough Is Enough
To the fraternities near Union County: We are watching. We are coming. We will hold you accountable.
To the universities near Union County: You have a duty to protect. When you fail, you will answer in court.
To the Union County hazing victims and families: You are not alone. We believe you. We will fight for you.
This ends now. For Union County. For New Jersey. For every student who deserves to be safe.
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