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What to Expect at the Legal Stage of a Sperm Donation
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.

Ralph M. Tsong
Apr 23, 20255 min read


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


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


How Surrogates and Intended Parents in Washington state can receive paid leave
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

Ralph M. Tsong
May 25, 20233 min read


The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Promises to Protect Surrogates and Pregnant Workers in Employment
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 surrogacy in the United States? This law will provide em

Ralph M. Tsong
May 18, 20232 min read
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