Pennsylvania Families
Did Your Premature Baby Develop NEC After Being Fed Similac or Enfamil?
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What Is NEC?
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a devastating intestinal disease that almost exclusively affects premature infants. Research has shown that premature babies fed cow's milk–based formula face a significantly higher risk of developing NEC compared to those fed human milk.
Internal documents and decades of medical research suggest that Abbott Laboratories (Similac) and Mead Johnson (Enfamil) knew about this elevated risk and failed to warn parents and NICU doctors. Families who lost children or whose children suffered life-altering injuries are now holding these manufacturers accountable.
Learn more in our Pennsylvania NEC lawsuit guide or check the latest litigation update.
Do You Qualify?
You may have a claim if all of the following apply:
- 1Baby born before 37 weeks (premature)
- 2Fed Similac Special Care or Enfamil Premature in the NICU
- 3Baby diagnosed with NEC by a surgeon or radiologist
- 4NEC resulted in surgery, permanent injury, or death
Recent Verdicts
Juries across the country have returned substantial verdicts against the formula manufacturers.
Individual settlements are currently projected to range from $50,000 to $500,000 or more, depending on the severity of injury, medical expenses, and long-term impact on the child and family. See our full settlement value breakdown.
Past verdicts do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is evaluated on its own merits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NEC?+
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious gastrointestinal disease that primarily affects premature infants. It causes inflammation and death of intestinal tissue, often requiring emergency surgery, and can be fatal.
Who are the defendants?+
Lawsuits target Abbott Laboratories, maker of Similac Special Care products, and Mead Johnson, maker of Enfamil Premature formulas. Both companies are accused of failing to warn parents and NICU doctors about the increased NEC risk in premature infants.
How much is my case worth?+
Recent jury verdicts have reached $495M (Missouri), $70M (Cook County), and $32M (Connecticut). Individual settlements are currently projected between $50,000 and $500,000 or more, depending on the severity of injury, medical costs, and long-term impact.
What is the statute of limitations in Pennsylvania?+
Pennsylvania generally allows two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury claim. For minors, the limitations period is typically tolled until age 18. Wrongful death claims also follow a two-year limit.
Do I need my own attorney?+
No. We connect qualifying families with experienced mass tort attorneys handling NEC litigation. There is no obligation, and you do not need to hire a lawyer before speaking with us.
Is there a cost to file?+
No. Our case review is completely free, and cases are handled on a contingency basis — you pay nothing unless your case results in a settlement or verdict.
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