Veterans’ Burial Rights

Guaranteed Burial Benefits for Veterans

Eligible veterans are entitled to certain burial benefits provided through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which may include:

• Burial in a national cemetery with no cost to the family

• A government-furnished headstone or marker

• A burial flag to honor the veteran’s service

• Military funeral honors performed by an honor guard

• Presidential Memorial Certificate recognizing the veteran’s contribution

• Financial assistance for burial and funeral expenses in some cases

Common Issues Families Face

Sadly, families often encounter problems such as:

• Denial or delay of benefits due to paperwork errors or misinformation

• Funeral homes failing to inform families of available veterans’ benefits

• Cemeteries overcharging families for services already covered by the VA

• Failure to provide proper military honors during funeral services

• Misrepresentation of eligibility for burial in national or state veterans’ cemeteries

These mistakes not only cause financial strain but also deprive veterans and their families of the respect they rightfully deserve.

Legal Protections and Remedies

When veterans’ burial rights are violated, families may have legal claims based on:

• Breach of contract by funeral homes or cemeteries

• Consumer protection violations for deceptive or unfair practices

• Negligence or misconduct in failing to honor veterans’ rights

• Restitution and compensation for financial losses and emotional harm

Our Commitment to Veterans and Families

We approach these cases with deep respect for those who served. Our attorneys will:

• Review your family’s eligibility for veterans’ burial benefits

• Investigate whether a funeral home, cemetery, or agency failed to honor those rights

• Pursue justice to ensure your loved one receives the tribute and dignity they earned through service