**VAN NUYS, CA — **In a major legal shift, the Iskander family walked out of the Van Nuys Courthouse with a total victory on February 27, 2026.
A judge has officially denied a protective order requested by the Grossmans, which sought to bury controversial communications and data.
This ruling means that the public will finally see the digital trail involving Dr. Phil and blogger Cece Woods, shedding light on alleged payments and editorial ties aimed at shifting the narrative of the case.
**Asset Freeze and "Light-Speed" Justice
The court took aggressive steps to ensure financial accountability as the civil lawsuit expands.
- The Freeze: The judge fast-tracked a request to freeze the Grossmans’ assets to prevent any "mysterious" movement of funds before a potential judgment.
- Fraud Claims: The Iskanders have been cleared to pursue a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) following new claims of fraudulent transactions within the Grossman estate.
KEY DATE
s: Two high-stakes hearings are now set for March 6 and March 9, 2026, to finalize these financial lockdowns.
The Digital Trail: "A Sex-Craved Kid" and Betrayal
The denial of the protective order opens the door to a hoard of WhatsApp and text messages sent between Rebecca Grossman and her then-lover, ex-MLB pitcher Scott Erickson, following the September 2020 crash.
The records reveal a jarring lack of remorse as the two allegedly coordinated stories while Mark (11) and Jacob (8) lay dead.
In one exchange, Grossman texted Erickson that he made her feel like a "sex-craved kid," even as they discussed the investigation.
When the pressure mounted, Grossman reportedly attempted to pin the deaths on Erickson, to which he replied, "Telling some crazy lies was a strange way to get to the truth."
The Crash: Grill Marks and Safety Systems
The evidence remains a haunting reminder of the night in Westlake Village. Grossman was clocked at 81 MPH in a 45 MPH zone, racing Erickson’s SUV.
- The collision was so violent that Mark Iskander reportedly had grill marks on his body that matched Grossman’s Mercedes.
- Grossman did not stop to help the children; her car was only disabled a third of a mile away after its onboard safety system automatically applied the brakes and cut the fuel line.
- On bodycam footage, she is seen failing a breathalyzer nine times. Her husband, Peter Grossman, reportedly remained by her side throughout the trial despite the revelation of her affair, even allegedly attempting to influence witnesses and guards.
The Mark and Jacob Legacy
While the legal battle continues, Nancy and Karim Iskander have focused on honoring their sons' names through the Mark and Jacob Iskander Foundation.
- Foster Care Ministry: The family launched a foster care agency in Westlake Village in partnership with Good Shepherd Family Services, providing homes and support for underserved children.
- Education and Community: The foundation provides scholarships to Ascension Lutheran and Oaks Christian schools, where the boys were students, and funds swim instruction for children with special needs at the Yarrow Family YMCA.
Rebecca Grossman is currently serving 15 years to life, but these new civil victories ensure that the full scope of the tragedy, and the actions taken afterward, will finally be made public.