The YOU Interview with Robert May

The YOU Interview with Robert May

Before you hire a personal injury lawyer, you should know who they really are. In this debut episode of Car Accident Attorney w. Robert May, founding attorney Robert May sits down for an unfiltered, story-driven conversation about his life, his law career, and the values that drive everything he does. This is Episode 1 — and it starts exactly where it should: with the man behind the firm. If you've ever been in a car accident, dealt with an insurance company that wouldn't budge, or simply wondered whether you even need a personal injury attorney, this episode was made for you. Robert doesn't just talk about the law — he lived it. As a teenager, he was the victim of a serious personal injury and had to navigate the legal system as a plaintiff without knowing what he was doing or what he deserved. That experience became the foundation of everything: his decision to attend California Western School of Law, his relentless approach to fighting for clients, and his mission to build a firm where every person who walks through the door is treated like family. Today, The May Firm has offices across California, has recovered over $100 million for clients, and carries a 99% win rate. In "The YOU Interview," Robert opens up about his journey from student to founder, his philosophy on negotiation versus going to trial, how he defines success beyond settlements, and where he sees the future of personal injury law heading — including the role of technology and AI. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: * Robert's origin story: How a personal injury he suffered as a teenager led him to law school and to founding one of California's most recognized personal injury firms * What personal injury attorneys actually do: Robert busts common myths and explains the real role a car accident attorney plays in protecting your rights and maximizing your accident compensation * Case strategy and philosophy: How Robert approaches each injury claim — from early investigation to negotiation and, when necessary, trial ABOUT THE MAY FIRM: Founded by brothers Robert, Garrett, and Cameron May, The May Firm is California's award-winning personal injury law firm — 100% dedicated to representing accident victims, never insurance companies. With offices in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Fresno, Bakersfield, Long Beach, and San Diego, they have recovered over $100 million for clients and maintain a 99% win rate. No fees unless they win. Free consultation available 24/7 at mayfirm.com CONNECT WITH THE MAY FIRM: Website: mayfirm.com Phone: 1-844-MAYFIRM Instagram: @mayfirm Facebook: facebook.com/TheMayFirmInjuryLawyers CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Introduction to The You Interview * 00:01:24 Robert's Path to Law: A Personal Injury at Age 13 * 00:02:23 From Wall Street to Law School in Two Years * 00:03:14 Growing Up on California's Central Coast * 00:04:13 Why Personal Injury Law: Following Heart and Experience * 00:05:30 Building The May Firm Across California * 00:06:42 What People Don't Know About Personal Injury Attorneys * 00:07:34 The Apple Standard: Creating a Frictionless Client Experience * 00:09:24 The Client Success Department * 00:10:22 Managing Expectations: The Timeline Question * 00:11:32 Defining Success: Process, Results, and Something Deeper * 00:12:36 Treating Clients Like Family: The Foundation Story * 00:15:01 Early Years: Taking on Toyota and PG&E * 00:16:30 Cases That Stay With You * 00:18:43 250 Million Plus: Looking Forward, Not Back * 00:19:36 The Human Side: Drawing from Personal Experience * 00:21:35 Who Is The May Firm: Good People Doing Great Work * 00:22:45 The Mission: Human Connection in a Tech-Driven Future * 00:24:36 Building Technology In-House, Not Bolting It On * 00:26:23 The Future of Personal Injury Law: Scale vs. Personal Service * 00:29:49 What Motivates Robert: Obsession and Setting an Example * 00:31:02 How to Reach The May Firm and What Happens Next * 00:33:16 Final Thoughts: Honoring What the Job Has Given