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04. Cemetery Law & Litigation

Protecting Families, Enforcing Burial Rights, and Holding Cemeteries Accountable

When something goes wrong at a cemetery, the harm to families is profound and permanent. Attorney Anthony J. Bologna of Legal Consulting PLLC is one of Michigan’s leading cemetery-law attorneys, representing families in burial-rights disputes, mishandling of remains, and cemetery negligence actions. Anthony has successfully obtained millions of dollars for clients harmed by cemetery errors, misconduct, fraud, and mismanagement.

 

Families throughout Michigan trust Attorney Bologna because he understands both the legal and emotional complexities involved when a cemetery fails in its most sacred duties.

Experienced Michigan Lawyer for Cemetery Negligence and Burial Disputes

Attorney Anthony J. Bologna handles the full scope of Michigan cemetery-related claims, including:

  • Wrongful burial, mis-burial, and burial-plot disputes

  • Mishandling, losing, or misidentifying human remains

  • Unauthorized or improper disinterment

  • Violations of rights of interment

  • Failure to maintain graves or perpetual-care obligations

  • Fraudulent cemetery sales or deceptive burial-plot representations

  • Breach of contract involving burial services or cemetery agreements

  • Record-keeping errors and failure to follow Michigan cemetery regulations

  • Neglect or disturbance of graves and markers

 

Many cases involve sensitive issues that cemeteries try to avoid acknowledging. Attorney Anthony J. Bologna knows how to uncover mistakes, secure records, and hold cemeteries accountable under Michigan law.

Your Legal Rights Under Michigan Cemetery Law

Michigan law provides families with strong protections when cemeteries violate their obligations. Key legal rights include:

 

Right of Interment

Purchasing a burial plot grants an enforceable right of interment, not fee ownership, but a legal right governing who may be buried in the plot. Cemeteries must follow their own rules and Michigan’s Cemetery Regulation Act when administering burial rights.

 

Right to Control Disinterment

Disinterment is highly regulated in Michigan and often violated by Cemeteries. 

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Attorney Bologna regularly represents families on both sides of disinterment disputes, ensuring legal requirements and the deceased’s wishes are fully respected.

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Cemetery Obligations Under Michigan Law

Cemeteries must comply with the Cemetery Regulation Act, the Prepaid Funeral and Cemetery Sales Act, trust-funding rules, and strict record-keeping and maintenance standards. When they fail, they may be liable for:

  • Negligence

  • Breach of contract

  • Fraud or deceptive practices

  • Emotional-distress damages

  • Statutory violations

Why Families Choose Anthony J. Bologna

Legal Consulting PLLC provides the specialized representation families need when facing cemetery wrongdoing.

Attorney Bologna offers:

  • A proven record of securing millions in compensation for clients

  • Deep experience with Michigan burial-rights law and cemetery regulation

  • A thorough investigative approach backed by experts when needed

  • Strategic litigation informed by years of complex dispute resolution

  • Compassionate, confidential, and direct communication throughout the case

 

Families turn to Anthony Bologna because he treats every case with the seriousness and dignity these matters deserve.

 

Compassionate Advocacy During a Difficult Time

Cemetery errors often occur at a moment of deep grief. Attorney Anthony J. Bologna understands that these cases are about far more than monetary recovery—they are about dignity, truth, accountability, and closure. He works closely with families to document burial errors, preserve evidence, and take immediate legal action to protect their rights.

 

Speak With Attorney Anthony J. Bologna Today

If you believe a Michigan cemetery mishandled a burial, violated a right of interment, performed an unauthorized disinterment, or failed in its legal duties, you have options. Attorney Bologna and Legal Consulting PLLC represent families statewide and stand ready to help.

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