Does the embryo have rights? New Civil Code could regulate fertilization and surrogacy

In an article for InfoMoney, lawyer Ana Clara Martins Fernandes talks about the innovation brought about by the reform of the Civil Code in the field of family and succession law, when it comes to filiation and the use of genetic material.

For Ana Clara, the new wording ensures that the will of the deceased person is clearly understood, avoiding ambiguous interpretations and providing more legal certainty. “These are very positive changes that aim to adapt the Civil Code to the new social and technological realities, showing that the Law needs to evolve to keep up with society,” she explains.

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