A: Personal injury lawyers’ interactions with medical professionals differ from those of other lawyers in their direct and sustained engagement to understand the client’s injuries, treatment, and prognosis. While other lawyers might consult medical experts for specific cases (e.g., in a criminal insanity defense), personal injury lawyers routinely request medical records, consult with treating physicians, and even rely on expert medical testimony to build the core of their case, making detailed medical understanding and collaboration essential to their daily practice.