N.Y. Navigation Law § 184: Settlements when source of discharge is unknown

§ 184. Settlements when source of discharge is unknown. If the source

of the discharge is unknown or cannot be determined, the claimant and

the administrator shall attempt to arrange a settlement of any claim

against the fund. The administrator is authorized to enter and certify

payment of such settlement subject to such proof and procedures

contained in regulations promulgated by the administrator.