Los Angeles, California – A jury has begun deliberating on the amount of financial compensation to be awarded to the family of two young brothers who were fatally struck by a vehicle in a Westlake Village crosswalk more than five years ago.

The civil case targets Rebecca Grossman, who was convicted two years ago of second-degree murder in the deaths of 11-year-old Mark Iskander and 8-year-old Jacob Iskander, as well as former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Scott Erickson.

The family is seeking a staggering $439 million in damages from both Grossman and Erickson. According to the lawsuit, Erickson was allegedly drinking with Grossman and street racing with her on the night of the fatal crash.

Photos released in connection with the case show the grieving family alongside images of the two smiling young boys, highlighting the profound loss suffered by their loved ones.

The incident occurred when the boys were crossing the street in Westlake Village. Grossman was convicted in connection with the crash, but the current civil proceedings focus on determining the financial responsibility of both Grossman and Erickson.

The jury’s decision on damages will mark the latest chapter in a long legal battle that has drawn significant public attention due to the involvement of the prominent former MLB pitcher and the tragic nature of the case involving two young children.

As deliberations continue, the Iskander family hopes the verdict will provide some measure of justice and accountability for the loss of Mark and Jacob.