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What Surrogates Should Look for When Choosing a Surrogacy Agency
One of the most common questions surrogates have is who to pick as their surrogacy agency.

Ralph M. Tsong
Mar 26, 20254 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 Lawyers for Intended Parents: Why, When, and How
A surrogacy lawyer is knowledgeable about the legal aspects of surrogacy agreements. If you are seeking to build a family through surrogacy, going alone with your journey will be challenging until you have a surrogacy lawyer to help you ensure a legally secure and successful surrogacy journey. They play a crucial role in providing legal guidance and support to the parties involved in the surrogacy process which includes, among others, handling financial compensation, child c

Ralph M. Tsong
Jun 2, 20233 min read


The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Promises to Protect Surrogates and Pregnant Workers in Employment
What the PWFA Is and Why It Matters for Surrogacy The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a new law that was signed by President Biden last December 29, 2022 and into effect on June 27, 2023. This law requires covered employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” to a worker’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless the accommodation will cause the employer an “undue hardship.” How does this employment law affect surrog

Ralph M. Tsong
May 18, 20232 min read


California’s New Law Affects Donor Anonymity
Recently, California has implemented a law which will have an impact on anonymous sperm, egg and embryo (“gamete”) donations in the future. Effective January 1, 2020, the new Health and Safety Code section 1644.2-1644.3 will require gamete banks (defined as sperm and egg banks and IVF clinics) to (1) provide each donor with information regarding the donor’s choice regarding identity disclosure; (2) obtain a declaration regarding identity disclosure; and (3) maintain identify

Ralph M. Tsong
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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