In re the Estate of Finkelstein

Moss, S.

The decedent died on May 18, 1943, under circumstances giving rise to a cause of action for his wrongful death. He was survived by his father and mother, and letters of administration containing the limitations provided in section 122 of the Surrogate’s Court Act were issued to the father, on July 22, 1943.

Subsequent to his appointment the administrator commenced an action to recover damages for the death of his son, which, after prolonged negotiations, was settled in June of 1948, with the aid in part of an able and distinguished Justice of the Supreme Court, for the sum of $8,420.…