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Lawsuit Blames Costa Rican Resort for Death, Illness

3/21/2026

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A Philadelphia lawsuit accuses Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort in Costa Rica of causing Miller Gardner's death.
The claim argues improper ventilation in the resort's machine room caused carbon monoxide poisoning, per Costa Rican authorities, naming resort owners David Callan and R. Scott Williams, along with Hawk Opportunity Fund LP.
The Gardners vacationed when Miller died in March 2025, and Brett Gardner and other relatives fell ill.

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A Philadelphia lawsuit accuses Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort in Costa Rica of causing Miller Gardner's death.
The claim argues improper ventilation in the resort's machine room caused carbon monoxide poisoning, per Costa Rican authorities, naming resort owners David Callan and R. Scott Williams, along with Hawk Opportunity Fund LP.
The Gardners vacationed when Miller died in March 2025, and Brett Gardner and other relatives fell ill.