Hazing Lawyers
They Call It Tradition. We Call It Abuse.
Our firm is nationally recognized for taking on fraternities, sororities, universities, and other organizations that permit and promote a culture of hazing. When they hide behind
tradition, we use the law to hold them accountable for the devastating harm they cause.
Their cover-up is a well-rehearsed ritual. So is our strategy for exposing it.
After a hazing incident, the national organization and the university launch a predictable defense: deny, deflect, and blame the students. They count on their power and influence to silence victims. We have spent over three decades dismantling this playbook in courtrooms across the country.
Holding Groups Accountable for Dangerous Hazing Rituals
Hazing is a systemic problem, not a series of isolated pranks. Our trial attorneys have the experience to litigate cases of severe injury and wrongful death resulting from any form of hazing.
Fraternity & Sorority
Hazing
We hold local fraternity and sorority chapters and their powerful national organizations liable for hazing that involves forced alcohol and drug abuse, physical violence, and humiliating acts that result in serious injury or death.
Sports Hazing and Abuse in Organized Athletics
Coaches, trainers, and universities have a duty to protect their athletes. We pursue justice when they allow a culture of hazing to fester, leading to violent assaults, traumatic injuries, and psychological harm among teammates.
Hazing in Other School Organizations
Any group sanctioned by a school or university has a responsibility to ensure student safety. We handle cases involving hazing in marching bands, academic clubs, and other student organizations that lead to harm.
A Record of Exposing a Culture of Negligence
Our primary goal is to prove that a hazing injury or death was not a random accident, but the predictable outcome of systemic negligence. Our investigations uncover the truth by exposing:
- A History of Ignored Complaints: Evidence that the university or national organization knew about previous hazing incidents at a specific chapter or team and did nothing to stop it.
- Lack of Supervision & Oversight: The failure of coaches, advisors, and administrators to provide meaningful supervision and enforce anti-hazing policies.
- Promotion of Dangerous Traditions: Proof that the organization glorified or encouraged high-risk activities involving alcohol abuse, physical endurance tests, and violence.
- Active Cover-Ups by Leadership: Actions taken by coaches, chapter leaders, or university officials to hide evidence, intimidate witnesses, and obstruct investigations.
Accountability is the only way to force change. See how we’ve held institutions accountable in our hazing cases.
The Nation’s Pioneer on Hazing Lawsuits
These are complex, high-stakes cases that demand a specific type of legal expertise. Here is why The Fierberg National Law Group is the firm that institutions fear.
Leaders in Holding National Organizations Liable
We are one of the few firms in the country with a proven record of successfully suing and winning against powerful national fraternities and athletic departments. We know their corporate structures and legal strategies, and we know how to defeat them.
We Are the Pioneers on Hazing Cases
Our founder, Douglas Fierberg, is a nationally recognized authority on hazing litigation. He is sought after by media, legal experts, and other attorneys for his unparalleled knowledge and success in this specific area of law.
Unwavering Support for Families
We understand the unimaginable grief and anger you are experiencing. Our team is committed to providing compassionate guidance for your family while we mount an aggressive legal assault against every institution responsible for your loss.
Hazing Litigation: Frequently Asked Questions
Can the national fraternity or university be held responsible?
Yes. In many cases, the national organization or university can be held liable. If they knew about a history of hazing, failed to enforce their own rules, or created an environment where abuse was predictable, they can be held accountable.
What if my child was voluntarily participating in the activities?
“Voluntary” participation is not a valid legal defense for hazing. The immense peer pressure and threat of ostracism make it impossible for a student to give true consent to abusive and dangerous activities.
Can we still file a lawsuit if there is a criminal case?
Yes. A civil lawsuit to hold the institution accountable is a separate legal action from any criminal charges filed against individual students. The two cases can and often do proceed at the same time.
Federal Requirements for Hazing Accountability
The recently enacted Stop Campus Hazing Act now requires colleges and universities to publicly report hazing violations, implement prevention programs, and maintain transparency reports detailing incidents and findings.
Learn more about compliance requirements under the Stop Campus Hazing Act
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