When parents choose a baby food or infant formula product, they trust that what they feed their child is safe. Unfortunately, some products have been linked to serious infant illnesses—including Infant Botulism and NEC (Necrotizing Enterocolitis)—due to contamination or inherent health risks associated with certain formulas.
A growing number of families are filing lawsuits after babies suffered severe or fatal injuries linked to unsafe baby formula products.
How NEC Necrotizing Enterocolitis From Formula Harms Infants
NEC (Necrotizing Enterocolitis) is one of the most devastating gastrointestinal diseases affecting infants. NEC inflames and destroys intestinal tissue, sometimes causing perforation or sepsis. Many infants require emergency surgery and intensive care. Tragically, NEC can result in lifelong disability or even death.
Research suggests that certain cow’s milk-based formulas and fortifiers may increase the risk of NEC in premature infants, especially when used in NICU or hospital settings. Parents allege they were not adequately warned about the increased risks compared to breast milk or human milk fortifiers.
Serious NEC complications include:
- perforated intestines
- sepsis and infections
- long-term digestive impairment
- developmental delays
- fatal complications
Infant Botulism Risks From Contaminated Baby Formula
Families nationwide are also dealing with reports of infant formula contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores—creating a risk of infant botulism.
According to an article published by ABC 7 New York:
- FDA inspectors found recalled ByHeart formula linked in over 175 store locations across 36 states, despite repeated recall notifications.
- 51 children from 19 states were hospitalized with suspected or confirmed Byheart botulism after exposure to recalled products.
These findings point to serious breakdowns in recall compliance, putting infants at risk even after ByHeart formula contamination was known.
Infant botulism is rare but life-threatening, causing:
- poor feeding
- constipation
- weak muscle tone
- difficulty breathing
- respiratory arrest
NEC Necrotizing Enterocolitis Lawsuits for Affected Families
Parents of premature infants who develop NEC after receiving cow’s milk-based formula may seek legal advice to explore compensation for medical expenses, surgeries, long-term care, and the emotional impact of the injury.
Ongoing NEC lawsuits may compensate families for:
- emergency surgeries
- prolonged hospitalization
- long-term medical care
- emotional trauma
- wrongful death damages
Lawsuits for ByHeart Botulism Injuries
Byheart botulism formula cases are handled as injury lawsuits. Families whose infants become seriously ill may seek compensation for medical treatment, hospitalization, and ongoing care.
Parents may seek compensation for:
- hospitalization
- ICU or ventilator care
- diagnostic testing
- recovery and rehabilitation
Why Infant Botulism and NEC Necrotizing Enterocolitis Cases Matter
Both conditions are serious health risks associated with certain infant formulas. Babies affected can experience life-altering injuries that require immediate medical attention and ongoing care.
Call for Help After a Formula-Related Child Injury
If your baby developed NEC Necrotizing Enterocolitis after consuming cow’s milk-based formula or suffered Infant Botulism from ByHeart formula, your family may be able to pursue a claim for compensation and justice.
Call the Kuzmich Law Firm in Flower Mound, TX at 972-434-1555 if your kid is hurt from baby food.
At Kuzmich Law Firm, P.C., our dedicated team not only guides you through the legal process but also ensures that every aspect of your case is meticulously addressed, from gathering evidence to negotiating settlements. The firm’s head attorney, Steve Kuzmich, is a Board Certified Personal Injury Expert, a distinction held by only 1.2% of Texas lawyers.