Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is an intestinal disease that primarily affects premature infants. This life-threatening condition can cause health problems like severe inflammation, tissue death, and even perforation of the intestines. Certain cow’s milk-based baby formulas have been linked to an increased risk of NEC in premature babies, affecting families nationwide.
Now, families are taking action against the companies responsible for producing this formula. Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC is currently representing families whose newborns have suffered from NEC. If your family has been affected by this condition, schedule a free consultation today and trust our firm to fight for the justice your child deserves.
Why Choose Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC for Your NEC Claim?
- For over 20 years, our firm has fought for the rights of the injured across the United States. We have served over 60,000 clients and co-counsel with top personal injury and mass tort firms to recover fair and full compensation.
- We are not afraid to hold large corporations accountable for their negligence. We focus on cases that involve defective products, such as medications, toxic pesticides, and baby formula.
- Our firm understands how painful it can be to witness your child suffer from NEC. We provide compassionate support for families and will advocate aggressively for your right to justice.
What Is the NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit?
The NEC baby formula lawsuit alleges that major manufacturers failed to warn consumers about the risks associated with their cow’s milk-based formulas for premature infants. Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson & Company, producers of Similac and Enfamil respectively, are facing numerous lawsuits consolidated in a multidistrict litigation (MDL).
The litigation aims to secure compensation for affected families and hold these corporations accountable for their alleged negligence. Plaintiffs have the right to recover a settlement for medical care, pain and suffering, and other damages associated with their children’s NEC diagnosis.
Latest Developments on NEC Baby Formula Lawsuits in the U.S.
Recent legal proceedings have yielded major victories for families affected by NEC:
- October 2024: An upcoming trial is scheduled against Abbott Laboratories that involves a plaintiff whose son developed NEC after being fed Similac in the hospital. The proceedings will take place in St. Louis, Missouri.
- August 2024: A Missouri jury ordered Abbott Laboratories to pay $495 million to a plaintiff whose daughter suffered permanent neurological damage. She developed NEC while being fed Similac in the NICU.
- March 2024: An Illinois jury awarded $60 million to a family in the first NEC lawsuit to go to trial. The plaintiff alleged that Mead Johnson failed to adequately warn of the NEC risks associated with its cow’s milk-based formula.
These verdicts send a powerful message—that these manufacturers cannot continue to produce dangerous products and put the most vulnerable members of our society at risk. As the litigation progresses, more families are coming forward to seek justice for their children.
Schedule a Free Consultation with Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC Today
If your family has been affected by NEC linked to baby formula, Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC can help you take action. Our firm will listen to your story, explain your legal options, and provide guidance on the best path forward. Contact us today at (800) 220-0984 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation and begin your journey to justice.