Child custody decisions are among the most critical aspects of a divorce or separation in California. Understanding the key factors that influence these decisions can help parents plan effectively. Here is what you should know about child custody laws in the Golden...
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) has changed how families plan for children. It offers hope to many couples who face infertility. As ART advances, it affects adoption in complex ways. This raises important questions about who has parental rights, who gets legal...
Having a child is not easy for many people. In fact, around 10% of men and women suffer from some form of infertility. Thankfully, there are many options out there for couples who find themselves in this situation and one of those options is surrogacy. Surrogacy...
Sperm donation is fast becoming a popular option for individuals and married couples looking to grow their families. If you’re worried about a sperm donor claiming parental rights, it’s natural to have concerns about protecting your role as the legal parent. In...
One option to expand a family, for those who may have fertility issues, is to use an egg donor. This is similar to using a sperm donor, and it’s important to consider what legal obligations both parties have. A lack of transparency can lead to disputes. To this end,...
Surrogacy offers a powerful path to parenthood for those who can't conceive or carry a child themselves. But while the concept may seem straightforward, the legal landscape of surrogacy in California is complex, involving intricate contracts, parentage establishment...
There are many misconceptions about how people become sperm donors. For instance, some movies and TV shows have portrayed sperm donation as an easy way for people to make some quick money. While sperm donors are paid for donations, sperm banks tend to have stringent...
Getting pregnant isn’t always as easy as you might hope. Many Californians must turn to assisted reproductive technology (ART) to start or grow their families. Two of the most widely used options are intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF)....
“Fertility tourism” is on the rise. Hopeful parents who are struggling with infertility have increasingly been looking outside of the United States for their needs. While this option does seem attractive to many, especially with the rising cost of medical services in...
Gestational surrogates help couples and sometimes single people build their families when they can’t carry a child and give birth themselves. While in most cases, this results in a healthy baby who gets a loving home, things don’t always turn out that way. Surrogacy...