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Cremation Without Consent And Wrongful Cremation<\/h1>\n
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The passing of a loved one is never easy for those left behind. Grief can become consuming as you sweep through emotions from loss to sadness. Unfortunately, at these times, we tend to remember disagreements and challenges that can increase feelings of guilt rather than all the good times that might intensify our pain.<\/p>\n

Then there is the necessity to handle final arrangements and the funeral home’s services for your loved one. These tasks are the last thing you want to deal with, but they are vital and time-sensitive. So you try to select a funeral home that you believe will treat your loved one’s body respectfully and provide the level of professionalism and empathy you need. And deliver the guidance to get you through all the questions and selections necessary to complete a funeral, life of celebration, wake, or any other traditions that will help your family begin to heal after this devastating loss.<\/p>\n

The first question you need to answer could be the simplest or the most challenging, depending on how well your loved one expressed their last requests. If you follow their plan, you can simply let the funeral director know if a service, burial, or cremation will be needed. However, if this was not a topic of discussion, you could feel as if you are alone on an island making a huge decision. The added stress is not welcome at this painful time. But the questions need to be answered so the body can be appropriately processed and embalmed for a funeral or prepped for cremation, with or without a service. Mercifully, the rest of your selections are less taxing than this significant choice.<\/p>\n

Many families prefer to gather and have one last moment to say goodbye and support one another with a viewing and memorial service. And as the one making the arrangements, you will likely arrive just a bit early to ensure everything is ready for your loved ones to bid a final farewell to your family member. And nothing could be more upsetting when you arrive than discovering that the funeral home has made the ultimate mistake. Your loved one was cremated without your consent, and there is no way to correct the negligent error.<\/p>\n

If you have endured such a shocking and unforgivable moment, the team at DTLA Law Group is here to provide the answers and support you need to protect the rights and dignity of your deceased family member. We understand that you are confused, angry, and still grief-stricken over your loss. But we also know you need to understand your rights under the law to ensure you and your loved ones see that justice is served on behalf of the deceased.<\/p>\n

What Is California Funeral Home Negligence?<\/span><\/p>\n

As with any business, a funeral home is expected to provide services in accordance with industry standards and the laws of California governing funeral homes. Legally, this standard is called duty of care, and in the case of funeral home services, it covers the care and respect with which a deceased is handled, from transportation to embalming and placement in the casket. The duty of care extends beyond the funeral director to all employees. When anyone fails to meet the industry standard level of care, they are negligent and in breach of duty.<\/p>\n

In addition to the level of care when handling a body, duty of care includes following the requests and agreements made with family members. For example, in the case of a wrongful cremation of a body that was to be embalmed and buried, there is a mistake or negligence involved. The funeral director breached your agreement for the final arrangements for your loved one and can be held accountable.<\/p><\/div>\n

The Scope Of Wrongful Cremation<\/span><\/p>\n

In its most simplified terms, cremating a body that was intended for burial is wrongful cremation. However, other acts of negligence can be almost as upsetting to the deceased’s loved ones, including:<\/p>\n