Wrongful Death and 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Proceedings

12:00 p.m. – 12:05 p.m.

Welcome and Introduction

12:05 p.m. – 1:25 p.m.

Wrongful Death and 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Proceedings

This program provides a comprehensive overview of wrongful death proceedings in Surrogate’s Court, with special attention to proceedings related to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. Equipping attorneys to confidently navigate these proceedings, this program offers practical guidance from commencement to decree, explains various allocation methods, differentiates personal injury claims and addresses the important role of the guardian ad litem.

Speaker: 

Diane Matero, Esq.

Court Attorney-Referee

Surrogate’s Court, Kings County

Brooklyn, NY

1.5 MCLE Credits in Areas of Professional Practice

1:25 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Q&A