M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, a California-based firm, recently secured a $198.1 million jury verdict in a wrongful death case arising from a 2020 traffic accident that killed two young brothers. The verdict, reported by the Daily Journal, is believed to be the largest jury award ever returned in a California traffic fatality case. The firm co-counseled the case with Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP.
Nick T. Movagar, co-founder of M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, served on the plaintiffs' legal team. The outcome underscores the importance of thorough preparation and strategic advocacy in pursuing justice for families affected by catastrophic loss. The verdict was awarded to the family of Mark and Jacob Iskander, who died in the crash.
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers has grown to more than 200 employees, with attorneys offering over a century of combined legal experience. The firm handles cases involving car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, traumatic brain injuries, premises liability, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death claims. Its mission focuses on providing personalized legal representation while pursuing compensation for clients.
Beyond courtroom advocacy, the firm is committed to public education through legal resources on its website, including a blog covering personal injury law, accident prevention, insurance issues, and legal rights. These resources aim to help Californians understand the legal process after serious accidents.
The firm has earned recognition from organizations including The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Its attorneys have been featured by major media outlets such as CBS News, Fox News, CNN, and The New York Times.
Looking ahead, M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers remains dedicated to raising the standard of legal representation through litigation excellence, client education, and community trust. The firm, founded in 2013 by Nick T. Movagar and Steven S. Yamin, has recovered more than $1 billion for clients.
