New York Navigation Law Section 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.

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