What are the risks of sperm donation?

What should a potential sperm donor know in advance of donating sperm?  This TOL Brief is both a must-watch for anyone considering sperm donation as well as a fascinating thought experiment for those interested in how law is applied to cutting-edge technologies.

In under two minutes, Harvard Law Professor, I. Glenn Cohen explains the benefits of anonymous donation and points out how the law treats donations differently when there is a doctor or hospital involved.  And perhaps most importantly, the professor breaks down the legal risks (e.g. child support) as they relate to sperm donors.

 

 Glenn Cohen is a professor of law at Harvard Law School. He is one of the world's leading experts on the intersection of bioethics and the law, as well as health law.