Whether you choose cremation or in-ground burial, your best protection is to research before you enter into any legal agreement. Once you start to work with a company, ask questions about the qualifications of their staff, their procedures, and their processes. Listen to your gut. If you feel pressure to buy certain items, or you feel uncomfortable with the staff, look for another provider. Remember, the FTC’s Funeral Rule requires funeral providers to provide prices upfront and over the telephone. They must also present you with a full range of options, not just the most expensive ones.