Baby formulas or infant formulas are manufactured food, designed as a substitute of breast milk for babies. Now, they are not completely harmless and have contributed to the development of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC), which is a serious gastrointestinal condition leading to inflammation and intestinal damage.
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It is a serious gastrointestinal condition that affects premature babies and young babies. It directly attacks the intestinal tissues of the babies and makes the wall weak and perforated. Due to the perforation of the intestinal walls, the bacteria travel to the surrounding organs and bloodstream of the baby, causing risks of life-threatening infections. To avoid further complications, early detection and treatment are of utmost importance.
The manufacturing companies of milk-based baby formulas are facing severe backlash for manufacturing and distributing products containing harmful chemicals, threatening the lives of young infants. The two brands that got widely infamous in this lawsuit are Mead Johnson for their Enfamil formula and Abbott Laboratories for their Similac product.
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The incorporation of cow’s milk in baby formulas has adversely affected the health of young infants because of an overgrowth of bacteria, resulting in NEC.
Research reveals that there is a direct link between bacterial overgrowth and intestinal inflammation and the use of cow milk in baby formulas. Baby formula manufacturing companies like Mead Johnson, Abbott Laboratories, and others have marketed their products as completely safe and even healthy for the babies.
This false marketing has misguided the parents into believing that these baby formulas are good for their babies. The companies released the products without issuing any kind of warnings, and now they have landed themselves amidst NEC baby formula lawsuits.
If your baby got infected with NEC after consuming cow milk-based baby formulas, you are eligible to claim compensation. Contact Have A Lawyer for a free consultation.
In case of NEC, it is better if the diagnosis occurs at an early stage so that the baby is given the required medical attention. Watch out for these symptoms:
Stomach pain
Swelling in the abdominal area
A stool with traces of blood in it
Vomiting, especially if it is green or yellow
No weight gain or rapid weight loss
Difficulty in or refusal to eat
Fluctuating body temperature
Fluctuations in blood pressure or heart rate
Lack of energy
The most common brand names that have caught public attention with respect to this lawsuit are Mead Johnson and Abbott Laboratories, as they have claimed to have the most adverse effect on a baby’s health. Some of the other brand names which got associated with the NEC lawsuit are:
Similac 360 Total Care
Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder
Similac Go & Grow
Similac NeoSure
Similac Human Milk Fortifier Concentrated Liquid
Similac Special Care
Enfamil 24 Calorie Formula
Enfamil Liquid Human Milk Fortifier High Protein
Enfamil Premature 24 Cal
Enfamil Premature 30 Cal
Enfamil Human Milk Fortifier Acidified Liquid
Enfamil Enspire
There are several other brands selling similar products that have caused gastrointestinal issues in babies. To learn more about the intricacies of the NEC baby formula lawsuits, one can always consult the Have A Lawyer expert team and get a step closer to their deserved compensation.
Nothing is more precious for parents than their baby’s health, and if anything is putting their infant’s life at risk, it should totally be fought over. Our team of experts completely understands your struggles and is always present here to help you achieve justice. If you want to compensate for months of emotional distress and extravagant medical bills, you should immediately contact Have A Lawyer.
In an unusual and unexpected case in Missouri, the plaintiffs asked for a settlement of up to $6 billion, but the case went to the defendant's side, and they ended up winning the case, which was least expected.
Another study-worthy case was that of Elizabeth Whitfield and her son, Kaine Whitfield. Kaine was a premature baby who weighed just 2.2 pounds at the time of his birth. Unfortunately, he got diagnosed with NEC after being fed baby formula. Elizabeth alleges that because of the baby formula, her son had to undergo surgery and developed other health complications too. Her son even faced malnutrition and developmental lags. She complained about the company’s failure to warn the parents about the health risks of using the product for babies weighing below 3.3 pounds. The verdict of this case is still awaited.
In another unfortunate case, a baby met with an unforeseen death after consuming Enfamil baby formula. The baby’s mother received compensation worth $60 million in March 2024. Another baby named Robynn, who was a three-year-old girl, had to be hospitalized immediately as she developed NEC after being given Enfamil baby formula. Her mother, Margo Hill, filed a lawsuit against the baby formula manufacturing companies, and she received compensation worth $495 million.
The two popular brand names involved in the lawsuit, that is, Mead Johnson and Abbott Laboratories, have lost numerous cases in the past couple of years. They have had to hefty settlement amounts to plaintiffs. This reminds people fighting for their rights and justice not to lose hope and keep up with their efforts. If you are someone who is seeking justice for your loved one who had to suffered from NEC, contact Have A Lawyer now.
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