Similac and Enfamil baby formula can cause a dangerous medical condition known as necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in premature infants. Medical research has linked these cow-mild based formulas to this dangerous digestive condition. The manufacturers of these products knew their formula could cause necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and failed to warn parents and families about this risk.
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a potentially life-threatening gastrointestinal problem that typically affects premature infants. This disease causes inflammation to the intestines, which can lead to holes in the intestine. These holes can cause bacteria in the intestine to leak into the abdomen and blood, causing serious illness.
Symptoms of NEC include:
Scientific studies have shown that premature infants that have taken baby formulas with Similac and/or Enfamil are more likely to develop necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Both these formulas use cows’ milk, which has a greater risk of causing NEC in premature infants. 40% of newborns with NEC do not survive and those who do survive can suffer-long-term injuries as a result.
The following products have been mentioned in this lawsuit
The makers of Enfamil and Similac, Mead Johnson and Abbott Laboratories, have not listed NEC as a possible side effect of their baby formulas. These products have not been recalled or removed from shelves.
If your child was fed cow-milk-based Similac or Enfamil baby formula and your child developed NEC, you may be eligible to file for a lawsuit. Your baby may have been fed these products in the hospital or after they returned home. In order to qualify your child must:
At The Barnes Firm, we believe no one should suffer pain because of dangerous baby formula. By taking legal action against these companies, we can assure that safety always comes first, proper warning labels are put in place, and extensive research and development is done on these products.
If your child has been affected by toxic baby formula, you may be entitled to significant compensation, including pain and suffering, medical expenses, and much more.
Call our experienced baby formula lawsuit lawyers today at (800) 800-0000 for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney president Rich Barnes who has more than 30+ years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney.
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