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Surrogacy Agreement Legal Requirements in California: What You Need to Know
If you are considering surrogacy in California, it is one of the friendliest states in the United States and the first to recognize parentage through gestational surrogacy. However, before the actual embryo transfer procedure can take place with the surrogate, there are legal requirements that must be met with the surrogacy contract. California law requires the following: The parties need to have a separate independent counsel of their own choosing. The intended parents mus

Ralph M. Tsong
Jun 29, 20232 min read


All about the surrogate's lost wages provision
Becoming a surrogate is a remarkably selfless commitment. There’s no doubt that a surrogate’s compensation is one of the most crucial factors to consider in the contract stage. Aside from compensation, there are additional expenses that need to be paid for the surrogate, and one of the most important is reimbursement for lost wages. It is important to have a clear and concise agreement in place between all parties involved. Why are Surrogates Paid Lost Wages? Typically, work

Ralph M. Tsong
Jun 22, 20233 min read


Surrogacy Film Review: Baby Steps (2015)
Released in 2015, “Baby Steps” is written and directed by Barney Cheng who also plays the lead character as Danny Lee. The film was...

Ralph M. Tsong
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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