In order to distribute this scarce resource most fairly, liver patients are ranked on the waiting list according to the severity of their illness. The Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score is based on three specific laboratory tests: bilirubin, INR, and serum creatinine.The MELD score ranges from 4 to 40 and is used to rank patients on the waiting list. Patients with higher MELD scores get first priority when a liver becomes available.nce the medical team and patient have chosen the path of transplantation for treatment, the patient will receive a thorough evaluation from the liver transplant team, which includes transplant hepatologists, transplant surgeons, transplant nurses, financial counselors, social workers, and dietitians.
Legal aid usually handles cases involving: 1  Domestic violence â if your partner is abusing you, legal aid can help you obtain a protective order, a child custody order and divorce. 2  Family law â if you have a child custody or divorce case, legal aid may be able to help.
Unlike criminal cases, where you may be entitled to a court-appointed attorney if you have no money, in divorce cases, no such option exists in most jurisdictions. If you have no money or are on a fixed income, you may still be able to obtain free representation in your divorce case through a private attorney.egal Aid. Most counties or regions have legal aid offices, staffed with licensed attorneys who specialize in helping persons with little or no income. To qualify for legal aid services, you will usually need to show proof of income, such as an income tax return, a disability application or your last bank statement.