Lehigh Valley Family Law

Before undergoing an assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedure, it is vital to have Powers of Attorney drawn up, such as an Asset Management Power of Attorney and Healthcare Power of Attorney. These documents are used to appoint an Agent to make decisions if you are unable to do so as it relates to medical decisions for you and the child during your procedure, address disposition of stored … [Read more...] about Why are Powers Of Attorney and Healthcare Directives Important When Using Assisted Reproductive Technology?

For National Infertility Week, we are ready to start asking the tough questions.  One tough question:  Are your lawmakers and legislatures supporting issues important to the infertility community? While there are countless options for family formation, families still require legal action to create and secure their legal rights between and among parties involved in the assisted reproductive … [Read more...] about Are Your Lawmakers Addressing Infertility Issues? Maybe It’s Time To Start Asking

The term infertility applies to a wide range of medical problems that prevent conception and/or carrying a pregnancy to term.  Individuals affected by infertility require a support network to assist in navigating the vast array of decisions to be made following diagnosis. These decisions may include whether to undergo testing, whether to pursue fertility or other treatments, and whether to … [Read more...] about Your Journey Starts with Friends and Family, Share Information and Start Asking For Support

For National Infertility Week, we are ready to #startasking the tough questions.  One tough question:  What is the legal access to all family building options nationwide? In Pennsylvania, and nationwide, we have begun to see cutting-edge options for family formation and the laws that are developing around this trend. These various legal family building options protect the intended parents and … [Read more...] about Start Asking About Legal Access To Family Building Options Nationwide

There is currently no law in the Commonwealth that requires employers and their insurers to offer coverage for infertility diagnosis and treatment for those who wish to have children but need the assistance of reproductive technology. While some employers will not offer insurance with infertility coverage simply because they do not have to, many employers offer varying levels of … [Read more...] about Some Questions to Start Asking for Those Seeking Healthcare Coverage for Infertility Treatments

The week of April 24-30 is set aside to raise awareness about infertility. In our ART legal practice, we hear clients asking “why me?” and “how can I afford this procedure?”  In the coming days, we will summarize the legal issues for you, including the importance of a support network, and our thoughts on the legal issues that we should all #StartAsking – stay posted. More information is available … [Read more...] about What Are We #StartAsking About? KingSpry Assisted Reproductive Technology Law Practice Marks Infertility Week