

Car Accident Attorney Podcast with Robert May
Join Robert May, founding attorney of The May Firm, for unfiltered conversations about personal injury law in California. Whether you've just been in an accident, are fighting an insurance company, or simply want to be prepared before something happens, each episode gives you the knowledge, confidence, and clarity to protect yourself and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Before you hire a personal injury lawyer, you should know who they really are. In this debut episode of Car Accident Attorney with 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. Robert shares his origin story — how a serious personal injury as a teenager led him to California Western School of Law and to founding The May Firm — his philosophy on negotiation vs. litigation, how AI is reshaping personal injury law, and the principles that guide the firm today.

The YOU Interview with Robert May
Episode PageBefore you hire a personal injury lawyer, you should know who they really are. In this debut episode of Car Accident Attorney with 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. Robert shares his origin story — how a serious personal injury as a teenager led him to California Western School of Law and to founding The May Firm — his philosophy on negotiation vs. litigation, how AI is reshaping personal injury law, and the principles that guide the firm today.
4.9Positive ReviewsThe May Firm has earned the trust of clients across California through relentless advocacy for accident victims. Ratings reflect reviews collected from third-party platforms.
99%Success Rate99% success rate on accepted personal injury cases, based on firm records. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
250+$250M+ RecoveredThe May Firm has recovered more than $250 million in verdicts and settlements for injured clients. Past case results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
About Robert May and the Car Accident Attorney Podcast
Robert May founded The May Firm alongside his brothers Garrett and Cameron May with a simple mission: to represent accident victims across California, never insurance companies. The firm started in San Luis Obispo and has grown to nine offices throughout the state, representing clients in serious car accident, motorcycle, truck, and wrongful death cases. The Car Accident Attorney podcast extends this mission — Robert uses each episode to help accident victims understand their rights, share the judgment and strategy behind real cases, and demystify the personal injury claims process.
- $250M+ recovered in verdicts and settlements
- 99% success rate on accepted personal injury cases — past results do not guarantee a similar outcome
- Nine office locations across California
- 100% dedicated to accident victims — never insurance companies
- Founded and led by brothers Robert, Garrett, and Cameron May
- Free consultation; contingency fee — no recovery, no fee



Robert May
Host & Founding Attorney
Robert May is a founding attorney of The May Firm and the host of Car Accident Attorney with Robert May. He built the firm alongside his brothers Garrett and Cameron to represent accident victims across California — never insurance companies — and has led the firm to more than $250 million in recoveries and a 99% success rate on accepted cases.
Episodes of Car Accident Attorney with Robert May
Subscribe to the Car Accident Attorney podcast to stay informed about your legal rights as a California driver. Robert May shares valuable insights, answers common questions, and provides practical guidance that could make all the difference if you're ever involved in an accident. New episodes deliver the legal knowledge you need to protect yourself and your family on the road.

The YOU Interview with Robert May
Before you hire a personal injury lawyer, you should know who they really are. In this debut episode, 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. Robert opens up about the teenage injury that led him to California Western School of Law, his philosophy on negotiation versus trial, how AI is reshaping personal injury law, and how to reach The May Firm if you think you have a case.
What We Cover in This Episode
In Episode 1, Robert May walks through his origin story, how he built The May Firm with his brothers, his case strategy and philosophy, the role of AI in personal injury law, and how to reach the firm.

Robert's Origin Story: From Teenage Accident Victim to Founder
What Personal Injury Attorneys Actually Do
Case Strategy and Philosophy
Negotiation vs. Litigation
The Future of Law: Technology and AI
Guiding Values and Key Influences
How to Reach The May Firm


Never Miss an Episode
Subscribe to the Car Accident Attorney podcast to stay informed about your legal rights as a California driver. Robert May shares valuable insights, answers common questions, and provides practical guidance that could make all the difference if you're ever involved in an accident. New episodes deliver the legal knowledge you need to protect yourself and your family on the road.
- Expert legal insights from a seasoned California personal injury attorney
- Practical tips for dealing with insurance companies and protecting your rights
- Real-world case examples and lessons learned from decades of experience
- Updates on California traffic laws and legal developments that affect drivers
- Answers to listener questions about car accidents and injury claims
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the podcast, personal injury law, and working with an attorney.
Explore The May Firm's Practice Areas
The May Firm represents accident victims across California in these practice areas. Learn more about how the firm handles each type of case at mayfirm.com.
Car Accident Lawyers
The May Firm represents drivers and passengers injured in collisions across California, from freeway crashes to intersection impacts.
Truck Accident Lawyers
Commercial truck crashes involve federal regulations, multiple liable parties, and catastrophic injuries — The May Firm handles all of it.
Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
California's lane-splitting rules and biker bias make motorcycle cases unique. The May Firm pushes back on insurer assumptions.
Drunk Driving Victims
Victims of impaired drivers may recover punitive damages in addition to medical bills and lost wages. The May Firm pursues every avenue.

