In the case of Justice v. Bestway (USA), Inc., a Pools & Spas Expert Witness played a central role in evaluating the safety and design of an above-ground pool involved in a tragic drowning incident. The case revolved around product liability, design defects, and the adequacy of safety warnings, and ultimately resulted in a significant jury verdict.
Background of the Case
In 2021, Ellieanna Justice, a six-year-old girl, tragically drowned after climbing into a four-foot-deep above-ground pool manufactured by Bestway (USA), Inc. The pool had been set up in the family’s backyard and was accessible at the time of the incident. Ellieanna’s parents, Annaleah and Kyle Justice, filed a wrongful death and product liability lawsuit against Bestway, alleging that the pool’s design was inherently dangerous, especially to children, and lacked adequate warnings or safety instructions to prevent unsupervised access.