LIACOS, C.J.
The issue before us is whether a voluntary administratrix acting pursuant to G.L.c. 195, § 16 (1990 ed.), has the legal authority to maintain or compromise a wrongful death action under G.L.c. 229, § 2 (1990 ed.). We summarize the relevant facts established by statements, affidavits, and other materials in the record.
On August 26, 1988, Kenneth S. Hickey (decedent) died in the course of a surgical operation performed by Dr. Richard...
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