Published on
February 8, 2010 by
Sandra Slaga
The Illinois Disposition of Remains Act, 755 ILCS 65/1 et seq., provides one of the more recent tools in the Life Planning Toolbox. The Act allows a person (the “principal”) to provide written instructions for the disposition, including cremation, of his or her remains. It also allows a person to designate an agent to direct [...]
Published on
August 6, 2009 by
Sandra Slaga
Disagreements about funeral plans or cremation can be complicated and emotionally-charged for loved ones, but especially so for same-sex couples. If your partner knows your wishes, but your parents or other biological family members object, there will likely be a lot of unnecessary arguments and pain.
The Illinois Disposition of Remains Act 755 ILCS 65/1 [...]