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.
Pro Se Family Law Pleadings. These legal documents have been designed by the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Centerâs Family Law Representation Committee to help people without lawyers in D.C. Family Court. They can be used in court cases related to divorces, child custody, paternity, child support, or standby guardianships. These free materials are intended for people who do not have lawyers. If you have a lawyer, your lawyer will draft the legal documents you need, tailored to your own specific case. The information in this Web site is presented by the D.C. Bar as a service to its members and the public.