Families are filing lawsuits against the makers of Enfamil and Similac baby formulas after premature infants developed necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). This serious intestinal disease can lead to lifelong complications or even death. If your child was diagnosed with NEC, you may be eligible for financial compensation.
Enfamil & Similac Baby Formula NEC Lawsuits
This page explains who qualifies, how to file an Enfamil lawsuit or Similac lawsuit for NEC, recent baby formula lawsuit updates, and what settlement factors may apply to your family’s case.
Who Qualifies
You may qualify if:
- Your child was born prematurely
- You used Enfamil or Similac in the NICU or at home
- Your child was diagnosed with NEC or died from NEC-related complications
What Is NEC and Why Are Families Suing?
NEC is a dangerous gastrointestinal condition that affects premature infants. Multiple studies have shown a link between cow’s milk-based formulas like Enfamil and Similac and an increased risk of NEC. Despite the known risks, manufacturers allegedly failed to warn parents and hospitals. As a result, families are taking legal action.
Enfamil Lawsuit vs. Similac Lawsuit: Key Differences
- Manufacturers: Enfamil (Mead Johnson) and Similac (Abbott Laboratories)
- Products at issue: Cow’s milk–based baby formulas often used for preterm infants
- Where exposure occurs: NICUs and at-home feeding
- Core allegation: Inadequate warnings about NEC risk in premature infants
Both the Enfamil NEC lawsuit and the Similac NEC lawsuit focus on whether the companies should have provided stronger warnings and guidance for preemies and their caregivers.
NEC Symptoms and Complications
- Abdominal swelling and pain
- Feeding problems
- Bloody stool
- Sepsis or infection
- Bowel perforation
- Death
Studies: Research from Johns Hopkins and the American Academy of Pediatrics has supported the NEC and formula link. View source
Last updated: August 2025
Lawsuit Updates – August 2025
- July 2025: Over 400 NEC lawsuits now pending in Illinois MDL
- May 2024: Jury awards $60 million in NEC case against formula manufacturer
- 2023: Similac and Enfamil face growing litigation nationwide
NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit Settlement Amounts & Factors
Potential recovery in an NEC baby formula lawsuit depends on factors like medical severity, length of hospitalization, surgery, long-term complications, and available documentation. Your attorney will evaluate medical records, NICU notes, and product usage to estimate case value.
Verdicts & Settlements
- $60 Million – NEC jury award (2024)
- $495 Million – Abbott Laboratories (2023 formula recall settlement)
How It Works
- Fill out the form on this page
- We review your information
- If eligible, your claim is filed
- You may receive compensation
No upfront fees. No payment unless we win your case.
FAQs
Is there a link between NEC and baby formula?
Yes. Several peer-reviewed studies show an increased NEC risk in preemies fed cow’s milk-based formula like Enfamil and Similac.
Can I still file if my child passed away years ago?
Possibly. Each state has different statutes of limitation—reach out today to find out.
Mass Tort vs. Class Action
This is a mass tort—not a class action. Each family has their own lawyer and claim. That means your potential settlement is based on your specific experience, not shared with others.
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