When we file the death certificate.

This is the time we order certified copies of the death certificate for the family.

These are some examples of what certified copies of the death certificate are used for

Estate plan:

• Trusts
• Last will and testament

Banks:

• Bank accounts
• Mortgage insurance

Employee benefits (pensions, retirement, union)

Insured loans

Income tax

Life insurance claims (one copy per insurance company)

No fault insurance (if automobile accident)

Veterans Administration benefits (registrar may not charge a fee for this purpose)

These examples help determine the number of certified copies a family should order.