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Funeral Home Negligence
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Case Details
A South Alabama family received a $12 million jury verdict after a funeral home lost the cremated remains of their loved one. The firm established the funeral home's failure to follow legal and company requirements for handling remains.
Additional Notes
Jury granted substantial award amounts for mental distress and punitive damages. Defendant Pine Crest Funeral Home is an affiliate of Service Corporation International. Attorneys Donald Knowlton and Mike Roberts represented the family, with Greg Cusimano as part of the trial team.