Martzell, Bickford & Centola is currently representing individual users in arbitration proceedings against Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange based in the U.S. We allege that serious security lapses and data breaches enabled bad actors to access and steal our clients' funds via convinc...
In late 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed a rule that would have required cosmetic manufacturers to test talc products for asbestos using modern, highly sensitive detection methods—an approach that would have dramatically reshaped both consumer safety oversight and talc litigat...
Brian Kelly is suing LSU, arguing that the university is declining to acknowledge that the recently dismissed coach is owed his full $54 million buyout. Here's some quick legal analysis from NOLA attorney Larry Centola on the Brian Kelly, LSU litigation.
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange based in the U.S., said Thursday that criminals had improperly obtained personal data on the exchange's customers for use in crypto-stealing scams and were demanding a $20 million payment not to publicly release the info.There is an arbitration clause...
MB&C represents a class of persons who filed suit against the Jefferson Parish Landfill (the “Landfill”), for causing foul and offensive odors from July 1, 2017 to December 31, 2019 that were so widespread and pervasive they disrupted the lives of residents in Waggaman, Avondale, Harahan, River R...
In June 2023, Martzell, Bickford & Centola (MB&C) with Lillis Law Firm, filed a lawsuit for invasion of privacy against a Slidell man, Jonathan Bethancourt, and his company. This legal action comes in the wake of criminal charges filed against Bethancourt.
Neil Nazareth of Martzell, Bickford & Centola resolved an 18-wheeler collision occurring in central city, New Orleans. The Plaintiff was making a left-hand turn when he was suddenly struck by the big commercial truck, sustaining multiple injuries from the crash, including injuries to the cervical...
Neil Nazareth and Jason Landry represent the operator of the Faubourg Brewery in a lawsuit brought for property damage, business interruption losses and loss of revenue and profits sustained as a result of a fire. The Faubourg Brewery operator is seeking in excess of $1.5 million dollars plus s...
Apex Roofing and Restoration, one of the largest roofing companies in the Southeast, has filed a lawsuit against its former lawyers, McClenny Moseley and Associates (MMA), for legal malpractice.
WDSU reporter Eli Brand spoke with a local attorney tonight about what could be next here. Eli. Well, that attorney says a potential case moving forward is all about perception and the potential fact that Medley did not recuse herself could make the case for the mayor. So that support to me is ...
From this audio dialog of WWL morning radio show host Tommy Tucker: "This involves the judge who signed off on the compromise about active voters. Correct. And signed the number of signatures needed for the petition. That's correct. And this is all about context, right? This is a sitting judge w...
By Sabrina Wilson Published: Fox 8 Live - Mar. 7, 2023 at 6:54 PM CST| Source Link: Still no word as to number of Cantrell recall petition signatures being checked for certification (fox8live.com) NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - It has been nearly two weeks since organizers hoping to trigger a ...
Scott Bickford WWL Radio with Tommy Tucker LaToya Cantrell story. "Scott Bickford, an attorney who's litigated election contests, including most recently in August, representing the mayor of Shreveport, Louisiana, Supreme Court. He's also represented Mary Landrieu in her election contest for the...
Neil Nazareth and Jeremy Landry represent the condominium association for the Jax Brewery building in a lawsuit brought for property damages sustained as a result of Hurricane Ida. Jax Brewery is a commercial and residential building that includes retail stores, restaurants and residential condo...
Neil Nazareth and Jeremy Landry represent the New Orleans Saints in a lawsuit against their insurers in which the Saints seek to recover business interruption losses caused by Hurricane Ida. The Saints are seeking full coverage under their 5 million dollar policy plus statutory damages, attorney...
Neil Nazareth of Martzell, Bickford & Centola has been appointed to the alumni association's Board of Directors of Loyola Law School for 2023 - 2024. The Board features distinguished alumni including Hon. Carl J. Barbier, Hon. Kern A. Reese, Hon. June Berry Darensburg and Hon. Omar Mason. Neil ...
Neil Nazareth and Jeremy Landry of Martzell, Bickford & Centola successfully resolved a premises liability case for the minor child of a person who fell from an apartment building. The building did not have safety railings on the balcony, contributing to the fall. Within 2 years, we were able t...
Neil Nazareth and Jason Landry of Martzell, Bickford & Centola have resolved a product liability case for a man burned while using a consumer product. The case involved claims under the Louisiana Products Liability Act (LPLA) against the manufacturers of the product and its component parts, in p...
MB&C represents a class of persons who filed suit against the Jefferson Parish Landfill (the “Landfill”), for causing foul and offensive odors from July 1, 2017 to December 31, 2019 that were so widespread and pervasive they disrupted the lives of residents in Waggaman, Avondale, Harahan, River R...
Neil Nazareth and Larry Centola of Martzell, Bickford & Centola resolved a horrific car crash involving a 13-ton delivery truck that struck a pedestrian vehicle, throwing the vehicle off of the highway and into a ditch off of the Interstate. The Plaintiff sustained multiple injuries from the cra...
Neil Nazareth of Martzell, Bickford & Centola resolved a mesothelioma case for over 5 million dollars. The Plaintiff was the daughter of a pipefitter who worked at various chemical plants and oil & gas facilities in and around New Orleans in the 1950's and 1960's. As a pipefitter, her father wa...
Larry Centola and Jason Landry filed the suits with co-counsel on Friday, September 23, 2022, alleging that MGM and Caesars racked up tens of millions of dollars by failing to refund cash change to individuals gambling at their casinos. The class actions allege that the casinos have effectively ...
Congratulations to our very own, Scott Bickford, who was elected by his peers to serve as president of the Louisiana Association for Justice ("LAJ"). The LAJ (formerly the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association) is the preeminent organization in Louisiana advancing the mission of trial lawyers to p...
Our firm is pleased to announce that the Louisiana Supreme Court has reinstated Mayor Adrian Perkins of Shreveport, LA as a candidate for reelection on November 8, 2022.
The jury awarded Sandra Sporl, a merchandiser for a grocery supplier, $811,507 dollars in damages for a trip and fall. While working in the back-stock area of a poorly maintained Dorignac's Food Center warehouse, Ms.Sporl fell over a pallet jack, sustaining head, neck, and back injuries. The bac...
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