Punitive Damages Over Similac NEC Risks Cleared to Move Forward in Lawsuit Against Abbott
Lawsuit over the risk of NEC from Similac infant formula presents serious enough claims to meet even stringent punitive damages standards, judge finds
Lawsuit over the risk of NEC from Similac infant formula presents serious enough claims to meet even stringent punitive damages standards, judge finds
The more prematurely born the infant is, the higher the risk for NEC injuries and other complications, pediatricians warn.
Not only did Abbott ignore safety warnings, but aggressively marketed unsafe infant formula products to new parents for years, the investor class action lawsuits claim.
The manufacturer of the Gorsetle infant loungers has refused to cooperate with federal safety officials in issuing a recall and has not offered a solution to consumers, according to the CPSC.
The manufacturer of the Momaid infant lounger has refused to issue a recall or provide solutions to customers, according to the CPSC.
The protocols are designed to help the parties select and prepare the first baby formula NEC lawsuits for trial.
At least four injuries and one death have been linked to the recalled Ballard Access infant ventilator systems.
Researchers said the spread of the use of human donor milk, as opposed to infant formula, may be bringing NEC infant death rates down.
Researchers found clinical trials conducted to confirm infant formula nutritional claims often had a high rate of bias, if any such trials were even conducted.
While no recall has yet been issued, the CPSC warns parents to remove the detachable canopy while not in use due to entrapment risks