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Products & injuries / MDL 3026

Abbott Laboratories, et al., Preterm Infant Nutrition Products Liability

The initial transfer order describes claims that cow’s-milk-based preterm infant formula caused necrotizing enterocolitis in babies born prematurely. This is an allegation in the litigation, not a feeding recommendation or a determination about an individual infant.

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Published by SettlefyResearch edition: October 28, 2026Sources, corrections & review limits ↗

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What is this case about?

The initial transfer order describes claims that cow’s-milk-based preterm infant formula caused necrotizing enterocolitis in babies born prematurely. This is an allegation in the litigation, not a feeding recommendation or a determination about an individual infant.

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Which court and docket are listed for MDL 3026?

The report lists court district ILN, master docket 1:22-cv-71, and Pallmeyer, Rebecca R.. These are dated index details, not confirmation of current intake or a ruling.

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  3. 03

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