What is medical legal aid?

Medical legal aid, also known as medical legal assistance, refers to specialized legal support offered to individuals who have experienced adverse medical events or harm due to medical negligence or malpractice. It aims to provide legal advice, advocacy, and representation to patients seeking compensation or justice for any harm suffered due to medical errors, misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, medication errors, or any other form of medical malpractice. Medical legal aid professionals, such as lawyers or legal teams with expertise in healthcare and medical law, assist clients in navigating complex legal processes, gathering evidence, negotiating settlements, or pursuing litigation to ensure that victims receive fair compensation and their rights are protected. By offering guidance and expertise, medical legal aid helps bridge the gap between healthcare and legal systems, offering support and justice for victims of medical negligence.