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TorHoerman Law Obtains $495 Million NEC Verdict as Lead Counsel in Infant Formula NEC Trial Against Abbott Laboratories

Margo Gill vs. Abbott Laboratories

TorHoerman Law obtained a landmark $495 million verdict against Abbott Laboratories following a lawsuit brought by the Gill family concerning infant formula for premature babies.

The case, Margo Gill vs. Abbott Laboratories, centered on claims that Abbott’s formula increased the risk for necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC).

NEC is a serious gastrointestinal disease that primarily affects premature infants, leading to inflammation and bacterial infection in the intestines.

The disease can cause the death of intestinal tissue and, in severe cases, can be life-threatening.

TorHoerman Law represented Margo Gill and her daughter in the trial against Abbott Laboratories, with attorney Jake Plattenberger arguing that Abbott was aware of the risks but failed to provide adequate warnings or instructions to prevent harm.

495 Million Verdict Obtained by TorHoerman Law as Lead Counsel in Infant Formula NEC Trial Against Abbott Laboratories

Margo is the mother of Robynn, a young girl who tragically developed necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after being given Abbott’s baby formula as a premature infant.

Internal documents from Abbott, revealed in the trial, showed the company knew as early as 2009 that NEC has a significant formula feeding component.

Despite having knowledge that premature babies are at an increased risk of developing NEC when given cow’s milk formula, Abbott did not provide parents of NICU babies any information regarding the risk, incidence, or severity of NEC for babies on formula versus human milk.

The company admitted this in the trial.

Robynn, now almost three years old, had approximately 75 percent of her intestine removed following her NEC diagnosis, and suffered brain damage.

She will need intensive care for the rest of her life, and this verdict will provide the necessary financial support to cover her extensive medical and care needs.

On July 26, 2024, the jury delivered its verdict, holding Abbott accountable and liable to pay compensatory damages of $95 million and punitive damages of $400 million. 

Attorney Tor Hoerman said:

“Justice was served for Margo Gill and her daughter Robynn, who suffered severe, irreversible brain damage due to Abbott’s misconduct… Abbott has known for years that its cow’s milk-based formula significantly increases the risk of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in premature babies, and families like the Gills had their lives changed forever due to the company’s refusal to warn families and physicians.”

Jake Plattenberger served as lead trial counsel along with Tor Hoerman, aided by the counsel of many other attorneys and experts across the bar.

TorHoerman Law represents more than 800 families that have been devastated by NEC due to misconduct of formula manufacturers, and we are committed to obtaining justice for all of them.

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NEC Bellwether Cases

Drawing national attention and press, this case against Abbott Laboratories is the larger of two bellwether trial victories against formula manufacturers regarding the links between their products and an increased risk of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC).

A previous trial in St. Clair County, IL resulted in a $60 million verdict against Mead Johnson (Reckitt Benckiser) in a case involving a premature infant who tragically passed away from NEC after being fed Mead Johnson’s preterm infant formula.

These substantial awards add a significant layer to the growing calls for accountability from formula manufacturers and set a powerful precedent for future NEC-related lawsuits.

Our Lawyers are Accepting New Clients for the NEC Lawsuit

TorHoerman Law is committed to advocating for the rights of individuals harmed by negligent corporate practices, ensuring that justice is served and that such incidents are prevented in the future.

Our NEC Lawyers are still accepting new cases for the mass tort litigation against major infant formula manufacturers.

Parents of children who developed necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after being fed cow’s milk-based formula may be eligible to take legal action against manufacturers.

Contact our law firm for a free consultation to see if you qualify for filing a Toxic Baby Formula NEC Lawsuit.

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