Negligent Mishandling of Human Remains: Know Your Rights

Mourners in black clothing stand by a casket adorned with white flowers. As a man comforts a grieving woman, it's important to know your rights in cases of negligent mishandling of human remains. Others stand solemnly in the background.

Losing a loved one is one of life’s most painful experiences, and you trust funeral homes and crematories to handle their remains with care and respect. When that trust is broken due to negligence—such as mishandling remains, losing ashes, or conducting improper services—it can deepen your grief and leave you feeling betrayed. If you’ve experienced […]