Three Decades After Davis v. Davis: Why the Hardest Questions in Embryo Law Remain Unsettled

The law of assisted reproduction must evolve alongside the families it serves and the science enabling them. At IFLG, we see daily how inconsistent legal approaches affect intended parents worldwide. Since the 1992 Davis v. Davis decision—which set early guidance for frozen-embryo disputes by emphasizing prior agreements and the right to avoid procreation—states have adopted conflicting frameworks, creating uncertainty. Uniform statutes are now essential to replace outdated, inconsistent case law and ensure fairness and protection for everyone involved in assisted reproduction.

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Vergara Embryo Suit Invokes Louisiana’s One-of-A-Kind Personhood Law

The sensational legal battle between actress Sofia Vergara and her ex-fiancé, Florida businessman Nick Loeb, over the disposition of the couple’s two fertilized embryos recently got even more sensational. On December…

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