$7.5M
Wrongful Death, Resort Pool Drowning, Premises Liability
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Case Details
12-year-old boy drowned after being suctioned head-first into a large intake pipe at the bottom of an international resort's lagoon-style pool, due to a missing or improperly attached drain cover.
Additional Notes
Incident occurred in the 2000s. Hotel operator found negligent for failing to ensure safety of pool-goers and periodically check hazards.