NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit
Cow's milk-based baby formulas (Similac and Enfamil) have been linked to Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC), a devastating and sometimes fatal intestinal disease in premature infants. Lawsuits target Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson (Reckitt).
Defendant: Abbott Laboratories (Similac), Mead Johnson / Reckitt (Enfamil) | MDL 3026 — Northern District of Illinois (Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer).
Key Facts
Who Qualifies
Parents of premature infants (born before 37 weeks) who were fed Similac or Enfamil cow's milk-based formula and subsequently developed Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
Related Injuries
- Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)
- Intestinal perforation
- Short bowel syndrome
- Infant death from NEC
- Long-term digestive complications
- Neurological damage from NEC
Settlement Status
Two major bellwether verdicts have been delivered: $60M against Abbott and $495M against Mead Johnson. No global settlement yet.
Learn More About This Lawsuit
NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit Overview
Everything you need to know about the NEC baby formula lawsuit — the link between Similac, Enfamil, and Necrotizing Enterocolitis in premature infants.
Do I Qualify for the NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit?
Find out if your family qualifies for the NEC baby formula lawsuit. Eligibility requirements for Similac and Enfamil NEC claims.
NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit Settlement Amounts — April 2026 Update
Latest NEC baby formula lawsuit settlement amounts, bellwether verdict information, and projections for Similac and Enfamil cases.
NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the NEC baby formula lawsuit — eligibility, process, costs, and what parents need to know.
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