Funeral Home & Cemetery Law Overview
The funeral industry is governed by a complex network of laws and regulations that funeral homes, crematories, and cemeteries must navigate to remain compliant and protect themselves from legal disputes. Attorney Sharkey, with his unique background as both a licensed funeral director and attorney, provides expert legal counsel to funeral service professionals across all aspects of funeral home law.
Key Areas of Funeral Home & Cemetery Law:
1. Funeral Home & Cemetery Regulations
Understanding and adhering to state and federal regulations is critical to operating a funeral home, crematory, or cemetery legally and ethically.
FTC Funeral Rule Compliance: Ensuring transparency in pricing and consumer rights.
State Licensing Laws: Meeting requirements for funeral directors, embalmers, and crematory operators.
Workplace Safety & OSHA Compliance: Ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials and employee safety.
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2. Funeral Industry Litigation
Funeral service providers may face lawsuits related to negligence, contract disputes, or allegations of fraud. Attorney Sharkey provides legal defense and strategic guidance for businesses facing litigation.
Defending Funeral Homes in Lawsuits: Representation in civil cases involving negligence or misconduct claims.
Contract Disputes: Resolving conflicts over prepaid funeral plans and service agreements.
Wrongful Disposition Claims: Addressing allegations of improper handling of remains.
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3. Cremation Law & Liability Risks
Cremation services are subject to specific legal requirements that funeral professionals must follow to avoid liability.
Cremation Authorization & Documentation: Ensuring compliance with state-mandated consent requirements.
Identification & Storage Issues: Addressing risks associated with misidentification and improper storage of remains.
Crematory Liability: Defending against claims of unauthorized or improper cremation.
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4. Licensing Board & Consumer Complaints Defense
Funeral directors and cemetery operators often face complaints and investigations from licensing boards and regulatory agencies. Attorney Sharkey provides aggressive legal defense to protect licenses and business reputations.
Responding to Consumer Complaints: Legal strategies for handling grievances filed with regulatory agencies.
Defending Against Licensing Board Investigations: Representation in disciplinary hearings and compliance reviews.
Preventative Legal Strategies: Steps to mitigate the risk of complaints and regulatory action.
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Why Choose Attorney Sharkey?
With over 25 years of experience as a licensed funeral director and attorney, Attorney Sharkey offers an unparalleled depth of knowledge in funeral home and cemetery law. He understands the unique challenges funeral service providers face and provides strategic, effective legal representation.
If your funeral home, crematory, or cemetery is facing legal challenges or needs proactive compliance guidance, Attorney Sharkey is here to help.
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