Alabama's New IVF Law Sparks Legal and Political Controversy

The law aims to protect IVF providers from liability but faces criticism for potentially limiting patients' rights to sue for damages.

Alabama's recent legislation protects IVF providers from civil and criminal liability, following a state Supreme Court decision that deemed embryos legally children.
Critics argue the law may prevent patients from suing for damages if embryos are destroyed due to clinic negligence or product malfunction.
The law caps damages at the price paid for the impacted IVF cycle, drawing comparisons to compensation for minor property damage.
Senate Republicans cite the state's action as a reason against federal IVF protections, while Democrats push for nationwide legislation.
Legal experts and patients express concerns over the law's implications for access to justice and the emotional toll of lost embryos.