$1 Million Settlement for Family Denied Proper Farewell Due to Funeral Home Misconduct

Kristopher Peerali and Serena Peerali secured a $1,000,000 settlement on behalf of a Los Angeles family who suffered profound emotional harm after being denied the opportunity to say goodbye to their sister, daughter, and mother due to funeral home misconduct.

The incident arose following the family’s arrangements with a funeral home entrusted with handling their loved one’s final services. Instead of being given the dignity, transparency, and care they were promised, the family was subjected to conduct that deprived them of a meaningful farewell. This compounded their grief during an already devastating time.

The case presented significant challenges, including the emotional complexity of the claims and the funeral home’s resistance to accountability. Over more than a year of intense litigation, Kristopher and Serena Peerali conducted a meticulous investigation and discovery process. A pivotal turning point came during a critical deposition that exposed serious misconduct, leading to a settlement offer on the eve of trial.

The matter resolved for $1 million—the full pre-litigation policy limits available. The case was also featured on Case Closed Los Angeles.