A car accident lawyer, also known as a personal injury lawyer, specializes in representing clients who have been injured in car accidents. These lawyers typically work on a contingency fee basis, which means that they only charge a fee if they are successful in recovering compensation for their client. If the lawyer is successful in securing a settlement or award for their client, the fee is typically a percentage of the total recovery. A car accident lawyer will typically investigate the accident, gather evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of their client in order to help them recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. They may also file a lawsuit if necessary to seek compensation.