Infant formula produced from cow's milk, such as Similac® and Enfamil™, could heighten the chances of premature babies contracting necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a severe gastrointestinal disorder.
If your child has been diagnosed with NEC, reach out to Brayton Purcell immediately — even if the diagnosis was made years ago. You might qualify for a compensation claim.
Similac® and Enfamil™ Legal Action Regarding Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Necrotizing enterocolitis is a gastrointestinal disorder that can impact infants with low birth weight and those born prematurely. It can lead to severe health complications, including infections, intestinal rupture, and even death.
Studies indicate that baby formulas and fortifiers based on cow's milk, such as Similac and Enfamil, could heighten a baby's NEC risk.
As of June 2024, over 500 families have initiated NEC baby formula legal actions to pursue justice and hold corporations responsible for their negligence.
In March 2024, a court jury granted $60 million to the mother of a baby who died from NEC after being fed Enfamil infant formula.
Reach out to us today to find out if you qualify for a compensation claim from an NEC formula lawsuit.
Infant Formula Brands Containing Cow’s Milk
Premature infants may be at risk of developing NEC if their baby formula or milk fortifier contains protein derived from cow’s milk.
Infant formulas that might include cow’s milk protein are:
- Avacare®
- Baby’s Only®
- Bobbie®
- Earth’s Best®
- Enfamil™
- Gerber®
- Happy Baby®
- Holle®
- Lebenswert™
- Loulouka™
- Kendamil®
- Parent’s Choice®
- PediaSure®
- Similac®
Should your child have contracted NEC after ingesting any of these items or another infant formula made from cow's milk, reach out to Brayton Purcell to explore your legal alternatives.
Similac Varieties Containing Cow’s Milk
Similac, a product of Abbott Laboratories, provides an extensive selection of milk fortifiers and infant formula products.
The following Similac products contain cow’s milk:
- Similac 360 Total Care®
- Similac Alimentum®
- Similac Expert Care® Alimentum®
- Similac Go & Grow
- Similac Human Milk Fortifier Concentrated Liquid
- Similac Human Milk Fortifier Hydrolyzed Protein Concentrated Liquid
- Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder
- Similac Liquid Protein Fortifier
- Similac NeoSure®
- Similac Special Care®
- Similac Special Care® 20
- Similac Special Care® 24
- Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein
- Similac Special Care® 30
Premature babies often have less robust immune and digestive systems, making them more prone to gastrointestinal issues like NEC after consuming these Similac products.
Varieties of Enfamil Containing Cow's Milk
Mead Johnson & Company, LLC produces an extensive selection of Enfamil formulas.
Enfamil products that contain cow’s milk include:
- Enfamil DHA-In-Sol
- Enfamil 24 Calorie Formula
- Enfamil Enfagrow® Toddler and Enfagrow Premium™ Toddler
- Enfamil Enspire™
- Enfamil Human Milk Fortifier Acidified Liquid
- Enfamil Human Milk Fortifier Powder (HCPM)
- Enfamil Liquid Human Milk Fortifier High Protein
- Enfamil Liquid Human Milk Fortifier Standard Protein
- Enfamil NeuroPro™ EnfaCare® Premature Baby Formula
- Enfamil NeuroPro™ Gentlease®
- Enfamil Nutramigen®
- Enfamil Premature 24 Cal
- Enfamil Premature 30 Cal
- Enfamil Premature Infant Iron Formula 20 Cal
- Enfamil Premature Infant Formula 24 Cal
- Enfamil Premature Infant Formula 30 Cal with Iron
If your child has been diagnosed with NEC after consuming any of these Enfamil products, you might be eligible to initiate a lawsuit to hold the infant formula company responsible.
Who is Eligible to Initiate an Enfamil & Similac Legal Action?
You might be qualified to initiate a legal action against Enfamil or Similac if:
- Your infant was born prematurely
- They were fed a formula containing cow’s milk protein
- They contracted necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)
A lot of parents are left bewildered about how their infant contracted NEC. Babies who were in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) might have been fed baby formula containing cow’s milk, such as Enfamil and Similac, by the hospital staff.
If your infant succumbed to NEC, you can pursue justice by initiating a wrongful death legal action on their behalf.
Even if your child’s illness occurred years ago, you might still be qualified to initiate a claim.
Reach out to us immediately to begin, as laws known as statutes of limitations establish a deadline for how long you have to initiate legal proceedings.
Baby Formula Attorneys Ready to Assist Families Across All 50 States
Brayton Purcell is home to baby formula attorneys who are prepared to aid families from all 50 states in seeking justice following an NEC diagnosis.
We possess the necessary resources and expertise to confront major baby formula producers and advocate for compensation that can assist in covering your child's medical expenses.
Reach out to us now for a complimentary consultation to determine if you are eligible to seek compensation from a baby formula lawsuit.
FAQs on NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit
Is Enfamil facing a lawsuit?
Yes. As of June 2024, over 500 lawsuits have been lodged against the producers of Enfamil, Similac, and other baby formulas based on cow's milk. These lawsuits allege that the manufacturers did not adequately inform consumers about the NEC risk.
If your child has been diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis, it may still be possible to pursue legal recourse and obtain compensation for their injuries — even if the incident occurred years ago.
Request a free consultation now to see if we can advocate for baby formula lawsuit settlements on your behalf.
Am I eligible for the NEC lawsuit?
Potentially. To be eligible for the NEC lawsuit, you must have a child who:
- Was born prematurely or with a low birth weight
- Consumed formula or milk fortifier based on cow's milk
- Was diagnosed with NEC
Check your eligibility now with a complimentary case evaluation.
What is the typical compensation for the NEC lawsuit?
Determining a typical compensation for the NEC lawsuit is challenging as the payout amounts differ based on the unique circumstances of each case.
A jury in Illinois recently mandated Mead Johnson, the producer of Enfamil, to compensate $60 million to a mother whose child succumbed to NEC.
At Brayton Purcell, we are dedicated to securing the best possible outcomes for our clients. Reach out to us now to begin.
Do Babies in the NICU Consume Formula?
A significant number of infants in the NICU are fed formula to supply them with the essential nutrients required for growth and development, particularly if they can't breastfeed.
Regrettably, when breast milk and donor milk are not available, infants might be given cow's milk-based formula such as Enfamil and Similac by hospital personnel, which could heighten the risk of NEC.
Contact our team immediately if your infant was in the NICU and developed NEC. We can assist you in determining if the baby formula they were fed could be the cause.