M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, a rapidly growing California firm, recently secured a $198.1 million jury verdict in a wrongful death case that has drawn widespread attention. The verdict, reported by the Daily Journal, was awarded to the family of Mark and Jacob Iskander, two young brothers who died in a 2020 crash in Los Angeles County. The award is believed to be the largest jury verdict ever returned in a California traffic fatality case, according to the publication.
Nick T. Movagar, co-founder of M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, served on the plaintiffs' legal team alongside Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP. The case underscored the importance of thorough preparation and strategic advocacy in pursuing justice for families affected by catastrophic loss. The verdict reflects the jury's recognition of the profound impact of the tragedy on the Iskander family and the need for accountability from negligent parties.
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, founded in 2013 by Nick T. Movagar and Steven S. Yamin, has grown to more than 200 employees, with attorneys offering over a century of combined legal experience. The firm has recovered more than $1 billion for clients, handling cases involving car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, traumatic brain injuries, premises liability, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death claims. The firm's mission emphasizes personalized legal representation and the pursuit of full compensation for victims.
Beyond litigation, M&Y is committed to public education through its website, which offers resources on personal injury law, accident prevention, insurance issues, and legal rights. The firm's blog provides guidance for individuals navigating the aftermath of serious accidents, helping California residents make informed decisions. This educational focus aligns with the firm's broader vision of raising the standard of legal representation by combining litigation excellence with client education and community trust.
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. As M&Y continues to grow, it remains focused on helping injury victims navigate complex claims and holding negligent parties accountable, as demonstrated by the recent landmark verdict.
