Settlements when source of discharge is unknown

N.Y. Navigation Law § 184, under New York Environmental Protection and Spill Compensation Fund; Liability; Third Party Compensation.

N.Y. Navigation Law § 184

§ 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.