Health legal protection: SWICA helps you assert your rights

Whether they concern medical malpractice or an accident caused by a third party, legal disputes relating to healthcare issues are often costly. Our health legal protection insurance offers you security and financial support.

Product highlights

Insurance cover up to a maximum of 300 000 francs (outside Europe up to 150 000 francs) per case
Covers the fees of appointed lawyers as well as the legal and court costs payable by the insured person
Starting at 2.50 francs per month for adults

Why health legal protection makes sense

People undergo surgery in the hope of recovering and feeling better. Unfortunately, though, malpractice occurs even in Swiss hospitals. Since the costs of court proceedings can quickly rise into the tens of thousands, those affected often shy away from pursuing their rights. Health legal protection insurance provides you with comprehensive support for legal problems, queries and disputes related to health issues.

Where SWICA's health legal protection can help

Legal claims against those responsible for accidents
Conflicts with healthcare providers
Claims against third-party liability insurers
Legal disputes with other insurance companies

Optimum cover: SWICA's health legal protection insurance

How you benefit from SWICA health legal protection

Health legal protection cover includes the following in connection with legal cases arising from impaired health:

Your legal interests are represented by the legal services department at Coop Rechtsschutz AG.
Cases are handled by Coop Rechtsschutz AG.
The insurance covers costs of up to a maximum of 300 000 francs (outside Europe up to 150 000 francs) per case.
Covers the costs of appointed lawyers.
Covers legal and court costs payable by the insured person.
Covers compensation payable to the other party.
Covers the costs of commissioned expert opinions and reports.