The family of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a Costa Rican resort following the carbon monoxide poisoning death of their 14-year-old son Miller last year.
Miller Gardner was found dead at the Costa Rican resort, with carbon monoxide poisoning determined as the cause of death. The wrongful death lawsuit targets the resort where the incident occurred.
Brett Gardner's MLB Career
Brett Gardner played 14 seasons in Major League Baseball, spending his entire career with the New York Yankees from 2008 to 2021. The outfielder was known for his speed and defensive capabilities, appearing in over 1,700 games for the Yankees and serving as team captain during his final seasons.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risks
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly when inhaled in enclosed spaces. The gas is typically produced by fuel-burning appliances, generators, or vehicles, and can accumulate to dangerous levels in poorly ventilated areas such as hotel rooms or resort accommodations.
Hotels and resorts have faced previous lawsuits related to carbon monoxide incidents, as property owners are generally required to maintain safe conditions and provide adequate ventilation systems and detection equipment.
The lawsuit represents the Gardner family's effort to seek accountability for their son's death at the Costa Rican resort facility.
