Bogenberger v Pi Kappa Alpha: A Tragedy Changes the Law

On January 19, 2018, the Illinois Supreme Court made a landmark decision in Bogenberger v. Pi Kappa Alpha, establishing a new cause of action in negligence for victims of alcohol-related hazing. This tragic case stemmed from the death of David Bogenberger, a freshman who succumbed to alcohol intoxication during a fraternity event. The ruling not only affirmed the dismissal of the national fraternity but also highlighted the urgent need for legal accountability in hazing incidents. Discover how this pivotal case has forever changed Illinois law and the fight against the dangers of college hazing.