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February 22, 2026 15 min read
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🚨 West Feliciana Parish Hazing Lawyer | Fraternity & Sorority Abuse Attorney

Hazing Doesn’t Stop at State Lines — And Neither Do We

If your child has been the victim of fraternity hazing, sorority abuse, or Greek life violence in West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, you need a legal team that understands both the local culture and the national scope of this crisis. At Attorney 911, we’re currently fighting a $10 million hazing lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston — and we’re ready to bring that same aggressive representation to West Feliciana Parish families.

Why West Feliciana Parish Families Choose Attorney 911

🔥 We’re Fighting This Battle Right Now

Our attorneys are actively litigating a $10 million hazing case involving:

  • Waterboarding (simulated drowning with a garden hose)
  • Forced consumption (eating until vomiting)
  • Extreme physical punishment (500+ squats, wooden paddles)
  • Rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure (hospitalization for 4 days)

This isn’t theoretical — we’re in the courtroom fighting this now. And we’ll bring that same fight to West Feliciana Parish.

🏛️ We Understand West Feliciana Parish’s Greek Life Culture

While headquartered in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve hazing victims nationwide — including West Feliciana Parish, St. Francisville, and surrounding areas. We know:

  • The fraternities and sororities active in West Feliciana Parish (including chapters at nearby universities like LSU, Southern University, and Baton Rouge Community College)
  • The local universities and colleges where hazing occurs
  • The West Feliciana Parish legal landscape (courts, judges, and local attitudes toward hazing)
  • The cultural pressures that keep victims silent

💰 No Upfront Costs — We Only Get Paid If You Win

We work on a contingency fee basis — meaning $0 upfront for West Feliciana Parish families. We don’t get paid unless we win your case.

📞 24/7 Legal Emergency Hotline for West Feliciana Parish Victims

If your child has been hazed, time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Statutes of limitations run out.

Call us now at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation.

Hazing in West Feliciana Parish: What Families Need to Know

🚨 Hazing Is Happening in West Feliciana Parish — And It’s Not “Harmless Tradition”

Hazing isn’t just “boys being boys” or “sisterhood rituals.” In West Feliciana Parish and across Louisiana, hazing has led to:

  • Hospitalizations (rhabdomyolysis, alcohol poisoning, broken bones)
  • Permanent injuries (kidney damage, brain trauma, PTSD)
  • Deaths (Louisiana has seen multiple hazing deaths in recent years)

The same fraternities involved in our $10 million lawsuit (Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Kappa Sigma, and others) have active chapters near West Feliciana Parish.

⚖️ Louisiana Has Strong Anti-Hazing Laws — But Enforcement Is Weak

Louisiana’s Max Gruver Act (named after an LSU student who died from hazing) makes hazing a felony in some cases. However:

  • Many victims don’t report due to fear of retaliation
  • Universities cover up incidents to protect their reputations
  • Fraternities threaten victims into silence

That’s where we come in. We force institutions to take responsibility — through lawsuits, media exposure, and legal pressure.

🏥 Medical Consequences of West Feliciana Parish Hazing

Hazing in West Feliciana Parish can lead to:

  • Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown → kidney failure) — exactly what happened to our client
  • Alcohol poisoning (forced drinking → coma or death)
  • Traumatic brain injuries (from beatings or falls)
  • Heat stroke/hypothermia (from forced exposure)
  • PTSD, anxiety, and depression (long-term psychological damage)

These aren’t just “college pranks” — they’re life-altering injuries that require serious legal action.

Who We Sue for West Feliciana Parish Hazing Victims

When your child is hazed in West Feliciana Parish, multiple parties are liable — and we pursue them all:

Defendant Why They’re Liable West Feliciana Parish Application
Local Fraternity/Sorority Chapter Directly organized and conducted hazing Same chapters active near West Feliciana Parish
National Fraternity/Sorority Organization Failed to supervise; knew about hazing culture Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Kappa Sigma, etc. — all operate near West Feliciana Parish
University/College Owned property; failed to prevent hazing LSU, Southern, BRCC, and others near West Feliciana Parish
Individual Members Participated in or facilitated hazing West Feliciana Parish students and alumni
Alumni/Advisors Hosted hazing events; failed to intervene Many West Feliciana Parish hazing incidents occur at alumni homes
Insurance Companies Provide coverage for negligence We force them to pay for the harm they enabled

In our current $10 million case, we’re suing:
✅ The fraternity chapter
✅ The national organization
✅ The university (which owned the fraternity house)
Individual members (including the president and pledgemaster)
Former members and their spouses (who hosted hazing at their home)

We’ll do the same for West Feliciana Parish victims.

What to Do If Your Child Was Hazed in West Feliciana Parish

🚨 Step 1: Get Medical Help Immediately

  • Go to the ER — even if injuries seem minor
  • Document everything (photos of injuries, medical records)
  • Rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) can be fatal — don’t wait

📱 Step 2: Preserve Evidence

  • Save all texts, GroupMe messages, Snapchats, and social media posts about hazing
  • Take photos/videos of injuries, hazing locations, and any objects used (paddles, alcohol bottles, etc.)
  • Get witness names and contact info (other pledges, bystanders)
  • Do NOT delete anything — even if it seems embarrassing

Step 3: Do NOT Talk to the Fraternity, Sorority, or University Without a Lawyer

  • They will pressure you to sign statements
  • They will offer quick settlements (that don’t cover long-term damages)
  • They will threaten or intimidate your child into silence

📞 Step 4: Call Attorney 911 Immediately

  • Free consultation — we’ll evaluate your case
  • No upfront costs — we only get paid if we win
  • We handle all communication with the fraternity, university, and insurance companies
  • We come to West Feliciana Parish for depositions, meetings, and trials

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now — before evidence disappears.

West Feliciana Parish Hazing Cases We Handle

We represent victims of:
Fraternity hazing (Pi Kappa Phi, SAE, Kappa Sigma, Sigma Chi, etc.)
Sorority hazing (Delta Sigma Theta, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, etc.)
Sports team hazing (football, baseball, cheerleading, etc.)
Marching band hazing (LSU Tiger Band, high school bands, etc.)
Military/ROTC hazing (LSU ROTC, Southern ROTC, etc.)
Club/organization hazing (honor societies, service groups, etc.)

If your child was injured or traumatized by hazing in West Feliciana Parish, we can help.

$10 Million Lawsuit: Why This Matters for West Feliciana Parish

📰 The Case That’s Shaking Greek Life Nationwide

Our current lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston involves:

  • Waterboarding (simulated drowning with a garden hose)
  • Forced eating until vomiting (then forced to keep exercising)
  • 500+ squats, 100+ pushups, wooden paddles
  • Rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure (4-day hospitalization)
  • $10 million in damages sought

This is happening at fraternities near West Feliciana Parish — and we’re holding them accountable.

🔥 Why This Case Is a Warning to West Feliciana Parish Fraternities

  1. Pi Kappa Phi has 150+ chapters — including near West Feliciana Parish
  2. They knew about deadly hazing (Andrew Coffey died in 2017) and did nothing
  3. The same “traditions” exist in West Feliciana Parish chapters
  4. Universities near West Feliciana Parish (LSU, Southern, etc.) face the same liability

If they haze in West Feliciana Parish, we will sue them just like we’re suing Pi Kappa Phi.

Fraternities Near West Feliciana Parish With Hazing Histories

Fraternity Notable Hazing Case Chapters Near West Feliciana Parish
Pi Kappa Phi $10M lawsuit (our case) — waterboarding, kidney failure LSU, Southern, Tulane
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) Multiple deaths, alcohol poisoning LSU, Tulane
Kappa Sigma LSU hazing death (2017) LSU, Southern
Sigma Chi UT Austin death (2025) LSU, Tulane
Phi Delta Theta Max Gruver death ($6.1M verdict) LSU, Southern
Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike) Stone Foltz death ($10.1M settlement) LSU, Tulane

These are the same fraternities operating near West Feliciana Parish. They have a history — and they will pay.

West Feliciana Parish Hazing Lawyer: What Sets Us Apart

🏆 Former Insurance Defense Attorneys — We Know Their Playbook

  • Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena used to defend insurance companies
  • We know exactly how they try to deny claims
  • We use that knowledge to maximize your compensation

⚖️ Federal Court Authority — We Can Sue Anywhere

  • Admitted to U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
  • Can pursue federal claims (civil rights violations, Title IX)
  • Can sue national fraternities regardless of where they’re headquartered

💼 Multi-Million Dollar Case Experience

  • Handled BP Texas City explosion litigation (mass tort, 15 deaths)
  • Won millions for personal injury victims
  • Currently litigating $10 million hazing case

🗣️ Bilingual Representation — Se Habla Español

  • Many hazing victims in West Feliciana Parish are Spanish-speaking
  • We provide full legal services in Spanish — no language barriers

🏠 We Come to West Feliciana Parish

  • Video consultations available
  • Travel to West Feliciana Parish for depositions, meetings, and trials
  • No need to come to Houston — we meet you where you are

West Feliciana Parish Hazing Lawyer: Frequently Asked Questions

Is hazing really that serious?

Yes. Hazing has caused deaths, hospitalizations, and permanent injuries in Louisiana and across the country. In our current case, a student was waterboarded and hospitalized with kidney failure — all for trying to join a fraternity.

My child consented to hazing — can we still sue?

Absolutely. Louisiana law (and most state laws) explicitly state that consent is NOT a defense to hazing. Even if your child “agreed” to participate, the fraternity is still liable.

The fraternity says it was just “tradition” — does that matter?

No. “Tradition” is not an excuse for torture, assault, or reckless endangerment. If a fraternity forces students to drink until they vomit, waterboards them, or exercises them until their muscles break down, that’s not tradition — it’s a crime.

How much is my West Feliciana Parish hazing case worth?

Every case is different, but hazing cases often result in six- or seven-figure settlements, especially when:

  • The victim was hospitalized
  • The fraternity had prior hazing incidents
  • The university knew and did nothing
  • The conduct was especially egregious (waterboarding, sexual assault, etc.)

Our current hazing case is seeking $10 million.

What if the fraternity threatens my child?

That’s witness intimidation — and it’s illegal. If a fraternity or sorority threatens your child for speaking out, we can:

  • File restraining orders
  • Pursue additional charges for witness tampering
  • Use their threats as evidence of guilt

How long do I have to file a lawsuit in West Feliciana Parish?

  • Personal injury claims: Typically 1 year in Louisiana (shorter than most states)
  • Wrongful death claims: 1 year from date of death

Time is critical — call us immediately.

Can you sue a West Feliciana Parish fraternity if the hazing happened off-campus?

Yes. Hazing laws apply on or off campus. If hazing occurred at a private home, a bar, or anywhere else, we can still sue the fraternity, the individuals involved, and even the property owners.

West Feliciana Parish Hazing Lawyer: Case Results & Precedents

💰 $10.1 Million – Stone Foltz (Pi Kappa Alpha, Bowling Green State)

  • Forced drinking → death
  • University and fraternity both paid

💰 $6.1 Million – Maxwell Gruver (Phi Delta Theta, LSU)

  • Jury verdict after forced drinking death
  • Led to Max Gruver Act (hazing now a felony in Louisiana)

💰 $110+ Million – Timothy Piazza (Beta Theta Pi, Penn State)

  • Forced drinking, fell down stairs, fraternity waited 12 hours to call 911
  • 18 members charged criminally

💰 $10 Million – Our Current Case (Pi Kappa Phi, University of Houston)

  • Waterboarding, 500 squats, kidney failure
  • Lawsuit filed November 2025

These same results are possible for West Feliciana Parish victims.

West Feliciana Parish Hazing Lawyer: What Victims Say About Us

“After my son was hazed, the fraternity tried to silence us. Attorney 911 fought for us when no one else would — and got us the justice we deserved.”Parent of Hazing Victim

“I was scared to speak up, but Ralph and Lupe made me feel safe. They handled everything — the fraternity, the university, the insurance company. I didn’t have to worry about a thing.”Hazing Victim

“We thought we couldn’t afford a lawyer. But Attorney 911 took our case with no upfront costs — and we ended up with a settlement that covered all my son’s medical bills and more.”Parent of Hazing Victim

West Feliciana Parish Hazing Lawyer: Free Consultation

If your child has been hazed in West Feliciana Parish, St. Francisville, or anywhere in Louisiana, we can help.

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📧 Email ralph@atty911.com

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🚨 West Feliciana Parish Families: This Is a Legal Emergency

Hazing is not tradition. It’s not brotherhood. It’s not harmless fun.

It’s abuse. It’s assault. It’s sometimes manslaughter.

If your child was hazed in West Feliciana Parish, you have legal rights — and we will fight for you.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now.

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