"Alabama Supreme Court Defines IVF Embryos as Children Under the Law"
The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that embryos created through IVF are considered "extrauterine children" under the state's wrongful death law, entitling parents to seek damages for their loss. The decision, stemming from a lawsuit against a fertility clinic, could have significant implications for fertility medicine and raise concerns about potential discrimination and constitutional rights. Experts believe the ruling, if appealed to higher courts, could impact states across the country and may have far-reaching consequences for women, health care providers, and families utilizing IVF.