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NEC (Necrotizing Enterocolitis) Baby Formula Tort

Mass tort litigation alleging that cow's milk-based premature infant formula manufactured by Abbott (Similac) and Mead Johnson (Enfamil) caused necrotizing enterocolitis — a life-threatening intestinal condition — in premature infants. Cases are consolidated in Illinois federal MDL. Qualifying criteria include premature birth, NICU hospitalization, documented NEC diagnosis, and formula administration.

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