New York Claim For Volunteer Firefighters Benefits In A Death Case is a claim for benefits that is available to the families of volunteer firefighters who have died in the line of duty. The benefits include a one-time tax-free sum of $25,000, as well as payments of up to $150,000 for funeral expenses. The claim can be made by the firefighter’s family or by the fire department to which the firefighter belonged. There are two types of claims available: the Accidental Death Benefits claim and the Line of Duty Death Benefits claim. The Accidental Death Benefits claim is available to the family of a volunteer firefighter who died due to an accident while performing their duties. The Line of Duty Death Benefits claim is available to the family of a volunteer firefighter who died due to a medical condition or illness caused by their occupation. Both claims require the submission of death certificate and evidence of the firefighter’s service.