Understanding Your Cemetery Contract Rights in Michigan

When families purchase burial plots or enter into agreements with cemeteries in Michigan, they are often unaware that these contracts create legally enforceable rights. Unfortunately, disputes arise far too often—ranging from wrongful burial placements to unauthorized disinterments, damaged markers, green-burial misrepresentations, and failures to maintain cemetery grounds. Michigan law provides strong protections for consumers and families, and knowing your rights can make the difference between accountability and continued harm.

At Legal Consulting PLLC, Attorney Anthony J. Bologna has represented families across Michigan in complex cemetery-related disputes, securing millions of dollars on their behalf. Our firm understands the emotional and legal challenges that come with cemetery negligence and contract violations.

Your Rights Under Michigan Cemetery Contracts

1. Right to Proper Interment

When you purchase a burial plot, you are entering into a binding contract. Michigan law requires cemeteries to honor the precise location, handling, and placement promised to you. Misburials, unauthorized movements, and placement in the wrong grave violate your contractual and statutory rights.

2. Right to Protection Against Unauthorized Disinterment

Disinterment in Michigan is tightly regulated. Cemeteries cannot disinter, relocate, or disturb remains without proper consent or legal authorization. Families have the right to notice, objection, and judicial review.

3. Right to Accurate Representations

Whether involving “green burials,” vault requirements, perpetual care, or grave-space dimensions, cemeteries must provide accurate, non-misleading information. Misrepresentations can constitute contract breaches, fraud, or consumer protection violations.

4. Right to Maintenance and Perpetual Care

Most cemetery contracts include maintenance obligations. Failing to maintain the grounds, markers, or burial spaces can constitute a breach of contract and, in some cases, negligence.

5. Right to Enforce the Contract

Cemetery contracts are enforceable in Michigan courts. Families may recover:

• Restitution or reimbursement

• Emotional-distress damages in certain circumstances

• Costs associated with correcting improper burials or damage

• Compensation for fraud or deceptive practices

Our firm has successfully litigated cases involving misburials, improper disinterments, double-sold plots, and systemic maintenance failures.

Experienced Representation for Michigan Families

Cemetery disputes involve more than legal issues—they involve dignity, respect, and the emotional well-being of families. If a cemetery has violated its obligations or failed to uphold its promises, you are not without recourse. Attorney Anthony J. Bologna brings decades of legal experience, a deep understanding of Michigan cemetery law, and a proven record of results.

If you believe your family’s cemetery rights have been violated, contact Legal Consulting PLLC for a confidential evaluation. We will stand with you and fight to ensure accountability, respect, and justice.