Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Families
Free case review for Philadelphia-area families whose premature babies developed NEC after Similac or Enfamil feeding.
Philadelphia NICUs and the NEC Litigation
Premature infants in the Philadelphia area are typically treated at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, and Penn Medicine. These NICUs, like preterm units across the country, have historically used Similac Special Care and Enfamil Premature formulas. If your baby was treated at any of these hospitals and later diagnosed with NEC, your family may have a claim against the formula manufacturers — not the hospital or the treating doctors.
About the NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit
The NEC baby formula lawsuit targets Abbott Laboratories (maker of Similac Special Care) and Mead Johnson Nutrition (maker of Enfamil Premature). Families allege these manufacturers knew for decades that their cow's milk–based premature formulas significantly raised the risk of necrotizing enterocolitis in preterm infants, yet failed to warn NICU doctors, nurses, or parents.
Recent verdicts include $495 million in Missouri (affirmed on appeal in May 2026), $70 million in Cook County (April 2026), and $32 million in Connecticut. The next federal bellwether trial in MDL 3026 begins July 6, 2026 — see the latest litigation update.
Qualification Criteria
- ✓Baby born before 37 weeks (premature)
- ✓Fed Similac Special Care or Enfamil Premature in the NICU
- ✓Baby diagnosed with NEC by a surgeon or radiologist
- ✓NEC resulted in surgery, permanent injury, or death
Use our four-question qualification checker or read the full Pennsylvania guide.
Pennsylvania Statute of Limitations
Pennsylvania generally provides two years from diagnosis or discovery to file a personal injury claim. For minors, the period is typically tolled until age 18. Wrongful death claims follow a two-year limit from the date of death. Philadelphia families should contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve their rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the statute of limitations for NEC lawsuits in Pennsylvania?+
Pennsylvania generally provides two years from the date of diagnosis or discovery of injury. For claims on behalf of minors, the statute of limitations is typically tolled until the child reaches age 18. Wrongful death claims also follow a two-year limit. Because exact deadlines vary, contact an attorney as soon as possible.
Do I qualify for the NEC baby formula lawsuit?+
You may qualify if your baby was born premature (before 37 weeks), was fed Similac Special Care or Enfamil Premature formula in the NICU, was diagnosed with NEC by a surgeon or radiologist, and suffered surgery, permanent injury, or death as a result.
Is there a cost to file an NEC lawsuit?+
No. Case reviews are free and cases are handled on a contingency basis — you pay nothing unless your case results in a settlement or verdict. All costs are advanced by the law firm.
Free Case Review — Philadelphia Families
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