As compared to most other States, the loss of a child in the State of New York has very little economic value. In fact, New York is one of only 3 States that does not recognize the horrific loss to the parents/family. Draconian, regressive, punitive, insulting, unfortunate probably all, it not more.
"Despite the extensive mental anguish suffered by a family as a result of the death of a young child, there is rarely adequate proof of economic circumstances justifying a jury to award damages. See, Parilis v. Feinstein, 49 NY2d 984 (1980), Lopez v. Gomez, 305 AD2d 962 (2003); In The Matter of Gayden, 2012 NY Slip Op 52021, Surrogates Court, Monroe County, New York.
