Vorzimer/Masserman - Fertility & Family Law Center Legal Blog
California law allows a parent to pursue custody of their children regardless of their gender. However, parents are only awarded custody if a judge determines that doing so would be in their children's best interest. Let's take a closer look at some of the factors...
Filing for divorce in California requires you to release a great deal of personal information. This could include information about your finances, savings accounts, properties, business assets, investments, debts and other relevant documents. If this information falls...
Collaborative law is an emerging trend in alternative dispute resolution, especially in divorce alternatives. Many people who prefer privacy and a more peaceful method of resolution are opting for this type of divorce process. Collaborative law allows people to...
Working out a parenting plan could end up being the most difficult part of your divorce. You and your spouse may both believe you have your children’s best interests in mind. Yet, you may disagree about what they look like. Approaching custody in a collaborative...
Freezing embryos for future in-vitro fertilization (IVF) can be a blessing for couples facing health issues that put their fertility at risk. However, during divorce, these embryos can be cause for additional conflict. Embryo custody is still a developing area of the...
So many questions come in from our readers as to what a “trigger shot” is. As a follow-up to our second video series, Dr. David Tourgeman explains what “the Trigger shot” is. Listen and watch along with us as Dr. David Tourgeman, Reproductive Endocrinologist at HRC...
The thought of injecting yourself with your fertility drugs can seem hugely overwhelming, especially for those who have a fear of needles. However, there really is no way around it, so the best thing to do is try and take charge of the matter. Understand why those...
Fertility treatment can be daunting, but preparation and learning about the side effects and risks can make it a lot easier. Which doctor to go to, what medical protocol to follow, and for how long are just a few questions to consider. Over the four years it took Amy...
In our second video series, to give representation to the many questions our Intended Parents and Egg Donors have about Egg Donation and the IVF process, Dr. David Tourgeman explains what happens in a fresh cycle from the viewpoint of an egg donor. Listen and watch...
It can often feel like divorce and change are synonymous as you begin the legal process. In addition to losing someone you once considered your life partner, you’ll probably also be moving out of a place you once called home for many years. If you decide to physically...
