Is it possible to get buried or cremated whilst still alive these days?

While it is highly unethical and illegal to bury or cremate someone who is still alive, there have been rare historical cases of individuals being mistakenly declared dead. Modern medical practices and legal protocols are designed to prevent such occurrences, ensuring that a person is indeed deceased before any burial or cremation takes place. In contemporary society, there are strict regulations and standards in place to safeguard against this possibility.