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Brett Gardner Sues Resort After Son's Fatal Poisoning

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Brett Gardner, a former New York Yankees player, and his family have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort in Costa Rica.
The lawsuit follows the death of Gardner's 14-year-old son, Miller, from carbon monoxide poisoning during a March 2025 vacation.
The Gardners claim improper ventilation in the resort's mechanical room caused Miller's death and illness in other family members.
They seek damages for gross negligence and emotional distress, while the resort denies the allegations, asserting carbon monoxide levels were non-lethal.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

History

Historical Context

The Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act was enacted in 2000 to combat over 400 annual fatalities in the U.S. from carbon monoxide exposure, primarily due to incomplete combustion. The tragic death of Miller Gardner in 2025 underscores ongoing risks, especially in vacation resorts lacking safety measures. This incident may lead to stricter regulations in hospitality safety standards to prevent future tragedies.

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Story summary

Brett Gardner, a former New York Yankees player, and his family have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort in Costa Rica.
The lawsuit follows the death of Gardner's 14-year-old son, Miller, from carbon monoxide poisoning during a March 2025 vacation.
The Gardners claim improper ventilation in the resort's mechanical room caused Miller's death and illness in other family members.
They seek damages for gross negligence and emotional distress, while the resort denies the allegations, asserting carbon monoxide levels were non-lethal.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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