Legal Question in Elder Law in Florida

Re: Cemetery plots

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You need to immediately contact the cemetery and demand that they search their records to verify your mother's ownership of her plot. If necessary, go to the office of the cemetery and speak with the manager.

If they continue to deny her ownership, then you may need to hire an attorney to intercede on your behalf. It might cost a bit of money but it will be far less than having to buy a new plot. In the interim, look for her cancelled checks or copies of money orders that she used to pay with. If she does not have them, order copies.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.