A Legal Guide for Your IVF Journey
The path to parenthood through IVF is an emotional journey filled with excitement, hope, and uncertainty. A solid legal framework offers protection, helping to prevent unforeseen complications and strengthens the chances of a seamless experience. Alongside medical guidance, seeking legal support can provide the security and confidence needed to build your family on a strong foundation.
Legal Considerations
Insurance & Financial Protections
- What happens if a cycle is canceled or fails- do I get a refund or credit for future treatments?
- Does the clinic offer guidance on insurance coverage for fertility treatments?
- What are the fees for embryo storage, transfer, or retrieval?
Liability & Legal Protections
- Who is legally responsible if an error occurs during fertilization, embryo storage, or implantation?
- What happens if the clinic mislabels or misplaces embryos?
- Does the clinic have malpractice insurance that covers embryo-related incidents?
Consent & Ownership of Embryos
- Who owns the embryos?
- What happens to the embryos in the event of divorce, separation, or death?
- Can I specify how embryos should be used or disposed of in the future?
Storage & Handling of Embryos
- What are the clinic’s policies and procedures for storing embryos?
- How long can embryos be stored, and what happens if I stop paying storage fees?
- What safeguards are in place to prevent mix-ups or loss of embryos?
Surrogacy & Third-Party Reproduction
- What legal agreements are required for using a surrogate, sperm donor, or egg donor?
- Does the clinic help facilitate contracts with donors and surrogates, or do I need an attorney?
- How does the clinic ensure donor and surrogate rights are legally protected?
Genetic Testing & Reporting
- What genetic tests are performed on embryos before implantation?
- What happens if an embryo is found to have a genetic disorder?
- Can I request that my embryos be used only for specific medical conditions or preferences?
