Premature

St. Louis Jury Awards $495 Million in Baby Formula Lawsuit, Highlighting Risks in Premature Infant Nutrition

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ST. LOUIS — A significant legal ruling occurred in St. Louis on Friday when a jury awarded $495 million to a woman from Metro East, following a harrowing case involving her prematurely born baby who contracted a severe intestinal disease after being fed a specialized infant formula. This landmark judgment against Illinois-based Abbott Laboratories highlights serious concerns regarding the safety warnings and marketing strategies associated with such products. The mother, Margo Gill, faced an unimaginable ordeal when her baby girl, born on August 26, 2021, was diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after being given a … Read more

Jury Orders Abbott to Pay $495 Million Over Premature Infant Formula Claims

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Chicago — A federal jury has ordered health care company Abbott to pay $495 million in damages after finding that the company’s infant formula products were linked to premature infants developing a serious gastrointestinal disease. This landmark case has cast a spotlight on the safety standards and regulatory oversight of products intended for some of society’s most vulnerable individuals—premature babies. The jury’s verdict concluded that Abbott was responsible for the widespread distribution of formulas that allegedly contributed to infants developing necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a dangerous condition predominantly affecting premature infants. This condition can lead to … Read more

LG and Kenmore Refrigerator Owners Sue Over Premature Compressor Failures, Demand Extended Warranties and Refunds

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LOS ANGELES (AP) – Customers across the United States are reporting widespread issues with LG and Kenmore refrigerators. Complaints have flooded in from homeowners who are struggling to get their fridges repaired or replaced due to compressor failures. Many frustrated customers have taken their concerns to court, with a new lawsuit targeting LG for fraud. The lawsuit alleges that the linear compressor used in LG and some Kenmore refrigerators falls far short of its advertised 10- to 20-year durability. Attorney Azar Mouzari, who represents the plaintiffs, believes that the problem extends nationwide, potentially affecting thousands … Read more