Wrongful Death Suits for Frozen Embryos: A Bad Idea

Last March, 4,000 frozen eggs and embryos were lost at University Hospitals Fertility Center in Cleveland when the temperature in cryogenic tanks spiked due to human error. Officials at University Hospitals have apologized repeatedly to the affected patients, and say that they are working to provide refunds, free services, and “emotional support.” A similar incident… Read more The post Wrongful Death Suits for Frozen Embryos: A Bad Idea appeared first on The Hastings Center.
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