Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit If you or a loved one had an infant that was or is hospitalized because of using Abbott Recalled Baby Formula, specifically, Similac Baby Formula, Alimentum Baby Formula, or EleCare Baby Formula, which were purchased after August 2021, call Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today, you could be eligible for a Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit and compensation.
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Abbott Announces the Baby Formula Recall
On February 27, 2012 Abbott Laboratories, Inc. “(Abbott”) announced it was recalling powder formulas, including Similac, Alimentum and EleCare manufactured in Sturgis, Michigan, one of the company’s manufacturing facilities. The recall does not include any metabolic deficiency nutrition formulas. Products made at this facility can be found across the U.S. and were likely exported to other countries as well. Canadian health officials have also issued a recall warning. Abbott is recalling these products after four consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants who had consumed powder infant formula manufactured in this facility. The Company said its investigation is ongoing. For additional information, contactBaby Formula Lawyer Timothy L. Miles to see if you meet the Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit Criteria.
The FDA Announces Investigation of Abbott Recalled Baby Formula
The same day, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) announced it is investigating consumer complaints of Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport infections. The FDA stated that in all of the cases are reported, each consumed powdered infant formula produced from Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, Michigan facility. The FDA further stated it was alerting consumers to avoid purchasing or using certain powdered infant formula products produced at this facility.
The FDA is advising consumers not to use Similac, Alimentum, or EleCare powdered infant formulas if:
the first two digits of the code are 22 through 37; and
the code on the container contains K8, SH or Z2; and
the expiration date is 4-1-2022 (APR 2022) or later.
The FDA stated it was investigating complaints of four infant illnesses from three states. All four cases related to these complaints were hospitalized and Cronobacter may have contributed to a death in one case. The FDA stated it has initiated an onsite inspection at the facility and its findings to date include several positive Cronobacter sakazakii results from environmental samples taken and adverse inspectional observations by the FDA investigators. A review of the firm’s internal records also indicate environmental contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and the firm’s destruction of product due to the presence of Cronobacter. “As this is a product used as the sole source of nutrition for many of our nation’s newborns and infants, the FDA is deeply concerned about these reports of bacterial infections,” said Frank Yiannas, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response. “We want to reassure the public that we’re working diligently with our partners to investigate complaints related to these products, which we recognize include infant formula produced at this facility, while we work to resolve this safety concern as quickly as possible.”
How do I know if I bought Defective Baby Formula?
In addition to the above, on February 28, 2012 Abbott additionally stated it was recalling one lot of Similac PM 60/40 (Lot # 27032K80 (can) / Lot # 27032K800 (case)) manufactured in Sturgis, Michigan.
To find out if your baby formula is subject to the recall, look on the bottom of the container for a product code that includes eight numbers or letters.
Then go to this website – www.similac.com/recall – where you can type in the code to see if your baby formula is on the list.
What Are Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport?
Cronobacter sakazakii is a bacteria commonly found in dry environments, like baby formula, and can cause stomach issues as well as urinary tract infections in people of all ages. However, when it’s ingested by a child two months or younger, it can result in more serious infections, like sepsis and meningitis. If your child exhibits any of the following symptoms after consuming a dry food product, you should seek medical treatment to ensure their safety:
Fever
Unusual patterns of crying
Abnormally low energy
Difficulty or refusal to eat
On the other hand, Salmonella Newport causes symptoms of foodborne illness, such as diarrhea, intestinal pressure, and vomiting. This type of bacteria is significantly more dangerous to children under three months of age, and an infant who’s infected with Salmonella Newport will exhibit the same symptoms as Cronobacter sakazakii.
What Should I Do if My Baby Is Showing Symptoms from Abbott Recalled Baby Formula?
If you notice that your baby is exhibiting any of the symptoms mentioned above after consuming a powdered baby formula product, it is best to bring them to a trusted medical professional for a second opinion. The signs of a Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport infection are very vague, and the behavior your child is showing could just be a coincidence rather than a severe diagnosis. However, you do not want to leave that up to chance, and by seeking medical attention sooner rather than later, you can protect your child from the consequences of an infection that has gone too far.
What is the Status of the Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit?
All Abbott's Baby Formula Recall Lawsuits, including consumer class actions and personal injury cases, have been assigned to Judge Matthew F. Kennelly in the Northern District of Ilinois for coordinated discovery and pretrial proceedings by the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (MDL). Additionally, a new class action has been filed and transferred to Judge Kennelly by the MDL. The class action Baby Formula Lawsuit is a consumer class action that seeks compensation for economic loss causes by the defective baby formula. For furthers questions, contact baby formula lawyer today about an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit.
How Can an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer Help Me?
Because of the complexity of the cases and the need to hire experts, a products liability attorney is the go-to attorney when you have been injured by a product that is defective like the defective baby formula products. An Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer, who is an experienced products liability attorney, can help you by putting you in the best possible position to win your Baby Formula Lawsuit and recover the most compensation.
What Can I Get Out of an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit?
Every case is unique, but people who successfully file drug or medical device lawsuits can recover money for some of the following damages if they meet the Abbott Baby Formula Recall lawsuit criteria: • Past and future medical bills (including medication, hospital stays, and in-home care) • Pain and suffering • Lost wages • Loss of earning capacity • Funeral expenses (in the event of a loved one’s death)
In addition, it is possible the court could award punitive damages which are meant to punish the defendant. You may also have a wrongful death claim if you child lost their life. Call Baby Formula Lawer Timothy L. Miles for a free case evaluation today of you think you meet the Baby formula lawsuit criteria.
What Are the Abbott Baby Formula Lawsuit Criteria?
There are basically two requirements in order to meet the Abbott Baby Formula Lawsuit criteria. If your child consumed Abbott Recalled Baby Formula and required hospitalization as a result, then you probably meet the Abbott Baby Formula Lawsuit Criteria. To find out more, or to see if you meet the Abbott Baby formula lawsuit criteria, contact Baby Formula Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today for a free Baby Formula Lawsuit case evaluation.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer?
Nothing. We take all cases on a contingency basis which means we do not get paid unless we win your case. An Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer can listen to your story and look at all the facts and determine if you meet the criteria for an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit, and if so, will explain the process and answer any questions you may have.
Call Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today for a free case evaluation.
What is the Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit Criteria?
If your baby consumed recalled baby formula and required hospitalization, then you most likely meet the Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit Criteria. Call baby formula lawyer Timothy L. Miles today to see if you meet the Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit Criteria.
How Does an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit Work?
Before your Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit is officially filed with the court, your Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer will fully explain the process and will then need to ask you a few questions concerning the circumstances of your child's consumption of Abbott recalled baby formula including medical expenses and your pain and suffering.
Your Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer will then draft what is known as a complaint. This will be a multi-page document explaining why the defendant is responsible for your injuries and what damages (that is, compensation) you are seeking.
Once your complaint is filed with the court, your Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit officially begins. From here, it will be a lot of back and forth between your Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyerand the attorney(s) for the defendant in an attempt to resolve the matter. The attorneys may take review documents, take depositions, issue subpoenas, hire experts, calculate damages, attend hearings, and file motions, briefs, evidence or other documents with the court during the stages of the lawsuit.
If your Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit is not dismissed and a settlement cannot be reached, the case will proceed to a jury trial.
Call Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles about an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit today
Contact Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles about an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit
If your baby was hospitalized after using Abbott Recalled Baby Formula purchased after August 2021, call Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles to see if you meet the Abbott baby formula recall lawsuit criteria for filing a baby formula lawsuit.
You may be eligible for an Abbott Baby Formula Recall Lawsuit and significant compensation. A Baby Formula Lawyer can explain the process and answer any questions you may have about a baby formula lawsuit. While there is still time to file a lawsuit, be mindful that these cases are time sensitive, and give us a call today.
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