Who's primarily responsible for paying funeral expenses according to the right and duty of disposal?

The primary responsibility for paying funeral expenses according to the right and duty of disposal typically falls on the contract signer. This is usually the individual who has entered into an agreement with the funeral service provider to arrange and pay for the funeral services.

When a person signs a contract for funeral services, they assume the financial obligation associated with that contract. This means that, regardless of the estate's financial status or other factors, the signer is accountable for ensuring that the agreed-upon costs are paid. This principle is grounded in contract law, where the party who agrees to the terms and conditions of a contract is responsible for fulfilling the obligations contained within it.

The other groups, while they may have roles in the funerary process, do not hold the primary financial responsibility in the same way as the contract signer. For instance, the estate of the deceased may eventually bear some responsibility for funeral expenses, but it can depend on the availability of funds or assets and the specific circumstances surrounding the estate. The funeral service provider provides the services but is not responsible for their own payment; they expect remuneration based on the contracts they have established. Family members may contribute or assist in payment, but the responsibility lies with the individual who signed the contract.