Boston IVF Founder Accused of Secretly Using Own Sperm to Impregnate Patient

A mother and daughter have filed a lawsuit against Dr. Merle Berger, co-founder of Boston IVF, alleging that he used his own sperm for artificial insemination without their consent. The daughter discovered the truth after taking a home DNA test, which led her to suspect that Berger was her biological father. The case is one of many instances that have come to light in recent years as people research their ancestry through genetic testing. The lawsuit accuses Berger of fraudulent concealment, intentional misrepresentation, and violation of the Massachusetts Consumer Protection Law. Advocacy groups are pushing for federal legislation to address issues surrounding fertility treatments and hold individuals accountable.