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Abbott settles baby formula contamination claims for $385 million

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Abbott Laboratories has agreed to pay $385 million to resolve lawsuits related to contamination issues at its baby formula plant in Sturgis, Wisconsin. The settlement addresses state, federal, and civil claims arising from the contamination that occurred in early 2022. This resolution aims to conclude the legal disputes concerning products like Similac and Enfamil. AI

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Abbott settles baby formula contamination claims for $385 million

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Bruce Japsen, Senior Contributor ·

    Abbott Settles Baby Formula Claims For $385 Million

    Abbott will pay $385 million to settle state, federal, and civil lawsuits stemming from contamination issues at its Michigan baby formula plant in early 2022.

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