The Wisdom of Solomon: We Cannot Split the Pre-Embryos

Authors

Bridget M. Fuselier, Baylor University School of Law

Abstract

The article addresses legal challenges surrounding the status and disposition of preembryos in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) by proposing a modified tenancy by the entirety framework. This model seeks to balance the dignity of preembryos with legal practicality, preventing ownership disputes and emotional conflicts. It emphasizes nonseverable rights, restrictions on transfer, and exclusion from probate to ensure clarity and fairness in preembryo disposition. The framework also aims to honor the intent of deceased providers while avoiding fractional ownership and inheritance disputes.

Disciplines

Banking and Finance Law | Law | Science and Technology Law

Recommended Citation

Bridget M. Fuselier, The Wisdom of Solomon: We Cannot Split the Pre-Embryos, 17 Cardozo J. Equal Rts. & Soc. Just. 507 (2011).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cardozoersj/vol17/iss3/2