NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit

Infants who are born prematurely and drink cow’s milk baby formulas such as Enfamil® or Similac®  have an increased risk of developing necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), which can be life-threatening. If your child has been diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after consuming Similac®  or Enfamil® cow’s milk based baby formula, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the manufacturers of the baby formula on behalf of your child.

If your premature child was diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis and you believe that it may have been caused by negligence of your child being fed baby formula containing cow’s milk, you may be considering a necrotizing enterocolitis or baby formula lawsuit. We will explain what a baby formula lawsuit is, and we will outline the steps that you need to take to file a suit.

Important: If your child has been diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after consuming Similac® or Enfamil® cow’s milk based baby formula, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the manufacturers of the baby formula for your child. Please call Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers at 800-800-4600 for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with an experienced, compassionate member of our legal team. There are no upfront fees and no attorney fees unless we are successful in recovering compensation for your child.

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What Exactly Is Necrotizing Enterocolitis?

NEC is a serious inflammatory disease of the intestine (1) that can cause multi-system organ failure and death. The gut wall barrier of a baby is inflamed by NEC. Perforation of the intestinal wall and intestinal necrosis can result from this inflammation. NEC affects between 5% and 12% of all premature babies. The severity of these cases varies, and 20 to 40% of them necessitate surgical intervention. Unfortunately, 25 to 50 percent of all NEC cases result in death.

According to the Cleveland Clinic (2), symptoms of NEC include:

  • Abdominal pain and swelling
  • Changes in heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and breathing
  • Diarrhea with bloody stool
  • Green or yellow vomit
  • Lethargy
  • Refusing to eat and lack weight gain

Infants who are born prematurely and drink cow’s milk baby formulas such as Enfamil® or Similac®  have an increased risk of developing necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), which can be life-threatening. According to Cleveland Clinic, this condition affects approximately one in 1,000 infants with the highest rates seen among those weighing less than two pounds at birth.

Long Term Complications of NEC

If your premature baby was given Enfamil® or Similac®  and developed NEC, a severe gastrointestinal illness, you should be aware of the disease’s long-term consequences.

Complications of NEC include:

  • Neurodevelopmental delay
  • Failure to thrive
  • Gastrointestinal problems
  • Strictures and adhesions of the bowel
  • Cholestasis
  • Short bowel syndrome
  • Intestinal failure

After a child develops NEC, they may require a large sum of money to cover long-term care and medical expenses. A bowel resection or additional surgeries to correct intestinal adhesions may be required. Throughout their lives, the child may require tube feedings or colostomy care.

A baby formula lawsuit against Enfamil® or Similac®  could help your child get the funds needed for proper care for your baby after he or she develops NEC. You will be able to provide the best medical care for your child both now and in the future if you seek financial compensation. Please call Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers at 800-800-4600 for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with an experienced, compassionate member of our legal team. There are no upfront fees and no attorney fees unless we are successful in recovering compensation for your child.

IF MY CHILD DEVELOPS NEC, WHO IS RESPONSIBLE?

NEC can be caused by a variety of factors. Cow milk formulas can increase the risk of contracting this deadly disease, and the manufacturers of Enfamil® and Similac®  had a responsibility to warn consumers about the dangers of using their product.

Baby formula manufacturers had known for more than a decade that Enfamil® and Similac®  were dangerous to premature babies and could cause NEC. Despite this, they do not include that risk in their product descriptions. Enfamil® and Similac®  manufacturers may be held liable for the harm their product caused by failing to warn of the risks.

According to new evidence, certain brands of potentially toxic baby formula may cause necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a potentially fatal digestive disease. A growing number of baby formula lawsuits allege that the manufacturers (Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson & Company are two companies that make potentially toxic baby formula) were negligent in failing to warn consumers of the potential danger. Personal injury lawsuits (which may be consolidated into multi-district litigation, or MDL proceedings), as well as Enfamil® and Similac®  class action lawsuits, are among them.

Mead Johnson & Company and Abbott Laboratories are two companies that make potentially toxic baby formula.

What Baby Formula Brands are Potentially Toxic?

Enfamil® and Similac®  baby formula may be toxic and cause necrotizing enterocolitis in infants, according to research. According to studies, infants who have consumed cow-milk-based formulas such as Enfamil® and Similac®  are at a significantly higher risk of developing NEC, which can be fatal.

Infants who have consumed cow-milk-based formulas, rather than breast milk, like Similac®  and Enfamil® have a significantly higher risk of developing NEC, which can be fatal, according to studies. These Similac®  and Enfamil® baby formulas are specifically made for premature infants who are not taking breast milk and are already at a higher risk of necrotizing enterocolitis.

At-Risk Products

While not all baby formulas cause digestive problems, some Enfamil® and Similac®  cow milk-based formulas can be dangerous to the health of premature babies. The following is a list of the products that have been mentioned in NEC lawsuit and could be considered at-risk:

Baby formula brands mentioned in NEC infant formula lawsuits include:

  • Similac® Special Care
  • Similac® Human Milk Fortifier
  • Similac® NeoSure
  • Similac® Alimentum
  • Similac® Alimentum Expert Care
  • Similac® Human Milk Fortifier Concentrated Liquid
  • Similac® Human Milk Fortifier Powder
  • Similac® Liquid Protein Fortifier
  • Similac® Special Care 20
  • Similac® Special Care 24
  • Similac® Special Care 24 High Protein
  • Enfamil® Human Milk Fortifier Acidified Liquid
  • Enfamil® Human Milk Fortifier Powder
  • Similac® Special Care 30
  • Similac® Human Milk Fortifier Hydrolyzed Protein- Concentrated Liquid
  • Enfacare Powder
  • Enfamil® Human Milk Fortifier Liquid High Protein
  • Enfamil® Milk Fortifier Liquid Standard Protein
  • Enfamil® NeuroPro Enfacare
  • Enfamil® Premature 20 Cal
  • Enfamil® Premature 24 Cal
  • Enfamil® Premature 24 Cal/fl oz HP
  • Enfamil® Premature 30 Cal
  • Enfamil® 24 and DHA & ARA Supplement

Who Can File a Lawsuit for Necrotizing Enterocolitis?

Our infant formula legal team are looking into NEC lawsuits for families with children with these three circumstance:

  • Premature birth
  • Fed popular baby formula brands such as Similac® or Enfamil®
  • Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) was diagnosed

 

Is NEC and Baby Formula the Subject of a Federal Class Action Lawsuit?

The NEC baby formula lawsuits have yet to be assigned to a class action or multidistrict litigation (MDL). However, these new legal actions are just getting started. As the number of claims rises, expect infant formula lawyers to file an MDL class action to bring all federal court necrotizing enterocolitis lawsuits before a single judge.

Baby Formula NEC Lawsuits in State Court

Many NEC baby injury lawsuits include claims against both the baby formula manufacturer and the doctors and nurses who treated the child. Some of these lawsuits will proceed as individual claims instead of the expected NEC class action. It’s possible that the Similac®  or Enfamil® lawsuits will be the first to go forward.

Is there a recall for Similac®  and Enfamil® formula?

Enfamil® and Similac®  haven’t been recalled yet. Our baby formula attorneys do not advocate for a recall. Instead, our lawyers argue that this infant formula can remain on the market as long as doctors, hospitals, and patients are clearly informed of the potential for NEC side effects.

FAQ

The wrongful death lawsuit against Mead Johnson & Company and Abbott Laboratories for their baby formula has brought to light and highlighted the importance of food companies in the life of a baby. If the NEC risks of formula for preterm infants are unclear, or if a doctor fails to inform parents about the risks, there may be grounds to hold them accountable and seek justice.

Contact Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers if your baby developed necrotizing enterocolitis after being fed Similac® , Enfamil® or another bovine formula by a hospital. bringing a suit for the failure to warn you and your family of the dangers can help ensure that your family is compensated properly for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. These cases aren’t predicated on fatal outcomes or long-term illness. Even if your child has fully recovered from NEC, you may still have legal options.

When will the Necrotizing Enterocolitis Lawsuits be resolved? The answer to this question is something that you can’t know for sure. But we do have some predictions about how long it may take before these lawsuits are settled or decided in court, which could lead towards an award payout depending on what happens with each individual case.

Our lawyers believe that Enfamil® and Similac®  lawsuits are an increasing concern for manufacturers like Abbott/Mead Johnson who will be anxious about both risk of large verdicts driving up their own liability (and public relations damage) tied into these formerly well-known brands following negative publicity over issues such as necrotizing enterocolitis. This may lead these companies to enter into a settlement agreement sooner rather than later.

Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers will review your NEC baby formula lawsuit at no cost or obligation to you. Our Enfamil® and Similac®  legal team handles these cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront. We only receive a fee plus expenses if we earn a payout for your child, either at trial or the settlement table.

While not all baby formulas are dangerous, some Enfamil® and Similac®  cow milk-based products can be harmful to a premie’s health. If you used the following items and your child has been diagnosed with digestive issues you should contact a member of our legal team to learn about your legal options.

  • Enfamil® Human Milk Fortifier
  • Enfamil® NeuroPro EnfaCare
  • Enfamil® 24 Cal
  • Similac® Special Care 20
  • Similac® NeoSure
  • Similac® Special Care 24
  • Similac® Special Care 24 – High Protein
  • Similac® Special Care 30
  • Similac® Liquid Protein Fortifier

Our infant formula legal team is looking into NEC lawsuits for families with children with these three circumstances:

  • Premature birth
  • Fed popular baby formula brands such as Similac® or Enfamil®
  • Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) was diagnosed

If your child becomes a client of Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers, our infant formula legal team can handle every step of the legal process for you. We will take care of the legal processes of a baby formula lawsuit while you focus on healing during this difficult time.

Though every case differs, the process generally involves your lawyer and legal team:

  • Gather information to see if you can take legal action
  • Gather evidence and testimony to build your case
  • File the NEC infant formula lawsuit on your behalf
  • Pursue compensation in the form of a premature infant formula settlement or verdict

Call Our NEC Baby Formula Legal Team Today

Our baby formula legal team offers free consultations and case evaluations in NEC injury and wrongful death cases. Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers will review all your legal options so you can choose the best path for your child and family. Call us today at 800-800-4600 or reach out to us online.

 

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(1) IBT | IBP-9414. Link

(2). (n.d.). Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC): What Is It, Causes & Treatment. Cleveland Clinic. Link.

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