Infant Formula Legal War: Why A Chicago Judge Is Over The 'Trial-By-Video' Era
A federal judge slams the use of video depositions in a high-stakes bellwether trial, signaling a major turning point for Abbott and Mead Johnson.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer is demanding in-person testimony, rejecting the 'trial-by-video' trend in the Abbott/Mead Johnson MDL.
- The core of the litigation involves allegations that cow-milk-based formulas cause a deadly gut disease (NEC) in premature infants.
- The outcome could redefine 'failure to warn' standards for the entire food and beverage industry, increasing transparency costs for all operators.
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