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  Legal X Lawsuit Exposes NFT Scam - Filed May 12th, 2025 — Montgomery County,
  Texas
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# #1 - Scott Been vs John Bunszel

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### ⚖️ Overview

On May 12th, 2025, Scott Been officially filed a lawsuit in Montgomery County, Texas, against John Bunszel, accusing him of fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and conspiracy. This legal filing targets a fraudulent NFT scheme that promised monthly token rewards, but delivered none.

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### 👤 Plaintiff

**Scott Been**\
📍 Porter, TX\
Filed via: _Montgomery County Court at Law #6_\
Attorney: _Javier Martinez_

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### 🎯 Defendant

**John Bunszel**\
📍 Hanson, Massachusetts\
Accused of operating a deceptive NFT project and partnering with a known fraudster.

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### 📜 The Scheme

In June 2022:

* Plaintiff purchased an NFT from the Defendant for **$5,000**.
* Agreement promised a **monthly 2.5% token reward** (Carbon Tokens).
* No tokens were ever delivered.
* Subsequent investigations revealed the NFT was part of a **larger scam** involving Defendant’s partner, **Alfonso Knoll**.

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### 🚨 The Allegations

#### 1. Breach of Contract

Defendant failed to deliver rewards as outlined in the agreement.

#### 2. Unjust Enrichment

Defendant profited while Plaintiff lost $5,000 with zero return.

#### 3. Fraud

Misleading promises were knowingly made to induce investment.

#### 4. Conspiracy to Commit Fraud

The Defendant and his partner are alleged to have coordinated multiple scams.

#### 5. DTPA Violations

Defendant violated the **Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act** by concealing material facts and misrepresenting benefits.

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### 💥 Damages Sought

* **Monetary Relief**: Over $20,000
* **Treble Damages**: As allowed under DTPA
* **Attorney Fees**
* **Exemplary/Punitive Damages**

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### 🧾 What This Means

This case highlights a real-world consequence of deceptive NFT projects. Investors are encouraged to remain vigilant and always research deeply before committing funds, especially when rewards seem too good to be true.

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### 📂 Full Petition (PDF)

Click here to read the full filed lawsuit

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