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Thinking about sperm donation? Whether you're considering becoming a donor or using donated sperm to start a family, it's important to understand the legal process involved. At Tsong Law Group, we specialize in helping families navigate these waters. Let's break down the legal steps of sperm donation in simple terms.

What are liens? A lien is defined as a claim of an interest on a property right. Some insurance companies in certain states (among them, Colorado, California, Washington , Oregon, Hawaii , and Idaho), have written “the right to lien” into their insurance policies when it comes to surrogacy arrangements. Insurance liens are normally an insurer’s claim to recover from an injured victim’s award or settlement with the person or company that caused the injury. Because compensate

UPDATE: Requirements for Illinois have changed recently. Read our article here . Overview of the Illinois Gestational Surrogacy Act Since 2005, the state of Illinois has had a surrogacy law on the books. Unlike other states, the Illinois Gestational Surrogacy Act has a few requirements that are distinct and not found in other states like that of in California and Washington . In this article, we discuss the requirements for surrogate and intended parents, and as well as the

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

Washington State provides time off to its employees, including surrogates and intended parents, due to pregnancy, childbirth, or parenting. Under Washington's Paid Family Medical Leave Act (PFMLA), an employee may be eligible for up to 18 weeks per year of paid maternity or paternity (parental) leave. Compared to the federal Family and Medical Leave Act, Washington's PFMLA provides extra protection for employees who work in Washington. Most significantly, Washington’s PFMLA