How Alabama's ruling that frozen embryos are 'children' could impact IVF

The decision stems from a case brought by three couples that had pursued in vitro fertilization treatment. (Sang Tan/AP)

Frozen embryos are people and you can be held legally responsible if you destroy them, according to a ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court on Friday.

The decision could have wide-ranging implications for in vitro fertilization clinics and for hopeful parents.