NEC Baby Formula Lawyer

NEC is a life-threatening infection that causes intestinal tissue to die, potentially leading to serious bacterial infections in the abdomen and an inability to properly digest nutrients. It is the leading cause of gastrointestinal morbidity and mortality in premature infants.

Babies most at risk of developing NEC are those who are born prematurely (prior to 37 weeks gestation) or who weigh less than 5.5 pounds at birth. Congenital heart defects and low oxygen rates during delivery can also increase a baby’s risk of NEC.

Symptoms and Complications of NEC
The symptoms of NEC can be acute or chronic. They can also be deadly. Common symptoms associated with NEC include:

• Abdominal pain or swelling
• Red or blue blotches on the abdomen
• Lethargy
• Low appetite and failure to thrive
• Vomiting and/or diarrhea
• Bloody stool
• Unstable body temperature

Symptoms may appear gradually or suddenly and can occur in babies who previously seemed perfectly healthy. Long-term complications of NEC include growth failure, developmental delays, and neurodevelopmental disruptions. Babies who survive NEC may experience lifelong intestinal issues, such as problems with nutrient absorption.

It is important to seek medical care immediately if you notice one or more of the symptoms above. You should also consult with a lawyer as soon as possible if you believe that your child’s NEC developed due to the consumption of a milk-based formula product.

Some qualifications must be met in order to file an NEC formula lawsuit, such as:

• Your baby was born prematurely
• Your baby’s medical records confirm the use of a milk-based formula product and an NEC diagnosis

Speak to a qualified baby formula lawyer to determine whether you meet the necessary NEC lawsuit qualifications and are eligible to file a lawsuit and seek compensation for injuries or wrongful death due to NEC after the consumption of a milk-based formula or milk fortifier.

A baby formula lawyer from Gordon & Partners in Florida can oversee every step of an NEC formula lawsuit on your behalf, starting with a free consultation and an overview of your legal options.

Based on the specifics of your case, we can:

• Gather and review all relevant evidence in support of your claim
• File a lawsuit against the formula company that manufactured the product your child consumed
• Pursue compensation via a settlement or court verdict

We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you will not owe anything for our services until we win. Please contact us to learn more and to protect the rights of your family after injury or death due to formula and NEC.

There have been a number of NEC formula lawsuits filed in recent years. The first successful baby formula lawsuit was settled in March 2024, with a $60 Million verdict for an Illinois family who lost a child to NEC.

Common allegations in these suits include:

• Failure-to-warn: Formula manufacturers did not properly disclose the risks their products present to premature infants and may even have marketed their products as safe for preterm babies.
• Defective design: Including cow’s milk in their formulas resulted in a defective product, since formula manufacturers are aware of the risks of cow’s milk to premature infants.

Compensation that may be available to you in an NEC formula lawsuit includes coverage for medical expenses and long-term care expenses, as well as compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and/or wrongful death. This compensation may be awarded via a settlement provided to you by the formula manufacturer or a verdict determined by a judge or jury.