A 7462 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to additional damages recoverable for the use of a deadly weapon

This bill allows families to recover additional damages in wrongful death lawsuits when a deadly weapon was intentionally and premeditatedly used to cause death. It specifically adds recoverable damages for grief or anguish, loss of companionship and family support, and loss of parental guidance or education. These new damages are in addition to existing claims under the law and include interest on the award from the date of death. The law applies to all cases filed after its effective date, which is immediate upon enactment.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 28, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026