Assisted Reproductive Technology: A Lawyer's Guide to Emerging Law and Science

One of the first legal resources on the topic, Assisted Reproductive Technology: A Lawyer's Guide to Emerging Law and Science was written for attorneys to introduce them to this emerging new area of practice. The intervening years have brought dramatic changes in the law, science, and public opinion of ART while the market for these services continues to grow exponentially and has even become globalized. This completely updated Third Edition reflects the significant changes to the law and the practice of ART as it continues to evolve.

Beyond representing patients or clinics, numerous legal problems arise from the technology's application. Disputes about disposition of embryos and gametes in divorce are perhaps the most common, but assisted reproduction technology impacts many other areas of the law, including personal injury, insurance, criminal law, probate and estate planning, and government.

Drawing from multiple legal sources, including the ever-evolving number of court decisions dealing with various aspects of ART, this book presents complex information in a direct, balanced and fair manner. Topics covered include: