Bill > A07462

This bill amends the New York Estates, Powers and Trusts Law to allow additional damages in wrongful death cases involving the intentional and premeditated use of a deadly weapon. Specifically, the bill permits plaintiffs to recover damages for grief, anguish, and related psychological disorders, as well as compensation for the loss of love, companionship, protection, comfort, and consortium caused by the decedent's death. The bill also allows recovery for the loss of nurture, guidance, counsel, advice, training, and education that would have been provided by the deceased. A "deadly weapon" is defined according to the New York Penal Law, and the bill stipulates that interest on the principal sum recovered will be calculated from the date of the decedent's death. The legislation will apply to all legal actions commenced on or after its effective date, providing a more comprehensive approach to compensating families who have lost a loved one through a violent act involving a deadly weapon.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7462