Choosing a surrogate you already know and trust doesn't make the legal risk disappear. It often raises the stakes. Family loyalty and years of friendship carry real weight, but they don't establish parental rights, medical decision authority, or enforceable...
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A Legal Guide to Commercial Surrogacy in the U.S.
Commercial surrogacy is one of the most common paths to parenthood through a gestational carrier, and also one of the most misunderstood legally. In this arrangement, a surrogate receives compensation beyond her medical and pregnancy-related expenses. The fee is...
What Are the Risks of Surrogacy? A Cautionary Guide
Surrogacy can be a beacon of hope for many. It offers a path to parenthood for many individuals and couples who cannot conceive naturally. However, like any significant life decision, it comes with its own set of risks and challenges. So, what are the risks of...
Idaho Surrogacy Bill and Its Impact on Agencies
The realm of surrogacy, a beacon of hope for many struggling with fertility issues, is on the cusp of significant legal transformations. Idaho, traditionally known as a surrogacy-friendly state, stands at the forefront of these changes, marking a pivotal moment for...
Common Legal Issues Surrounding Surrogacy That Agencies Should Address
Surrogacy represents a beacon of hope for many intending parents, yet it navigates a complex legal landscape that can be challenging for agencies. Understanding the legal issues surrounding surrogacy and implementing proactive solutions are paramount in...
Why your agreement should address surrogate mother’s behavior
Surrogacy can be a great option if you’re struggling to or are incapable of having children on your own. Yet, it’s a very involved legal process, and for good reason. You don’t want to overlook something that could negatively impact your ability to secure parental...
Six key considerations when choosing a surrogate
Pursuing surrogacy can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. You’ll have a lot of decisions to make as you navigate the process, each one having serious ramifications for you and your child. With that in mind, you need to be careful as you move through the...
How parental rights are established in California
Understanding how parental rights are established in California can be a point of concern for parents going through fertility treatments or surrogacy. While the most common way of establishing parental rights in California is by giving birth to a child or by...
The basics for drafting a surrogacy agreement
The word family is encompassing for most. One does not need to be biologically related to create this bond; however, many parents in California seek to add a biological child to their family. Whether biologically related to one or both parents, many fraught with...
Surrogates should ensure they have a valid contract to get paid
In California, throughout the United States and all over the world, surrogacy has opened the door for people who were unable to conceive a child on their own to start a family. This is beneficial to everyone involved including the prospective parents who will have a...


