Nurture Inc. Lawsuit for Heavy Metals in Baby Food

Nurture, Inc., the parent company of Happy Family Organics baby foods, faces lawsuits alleging their products contain unsafe levels of toxic heavy metals.

The Nurture Inc. lawsuit claims the company failed to disclose and properly address this contamination despite internal testing showing high amounts of heavy metals in their foods.

This case is part of a broader legal action against several major baby food brands, which has prompted many parents to seek advice from a baby food lawyer.

Heavy Metal Contamination in Nurture’s Baby Foods

According to a Congressional report released in February 2021, testing data from Nurture showed concerning levels of arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury in their finished baby foods and ingredients.

The report revealed that Nurture’s products frequently exceeded the company’s own internal limits for these toxic metals.

Some specific findings include:

• Nurture sold baby foods containing as much as 180 ppb inorganic arsenic, despite setting an internal limit of 100 ppb.
• Over 25% of Nurture’s products contained over 5 ppb cadmium, the EPA’s maximum limit for drinking water.
• Many ingredients used by Nurture tested over 20 ppb lead, exceeding the company’s self-imposed 5 ppb limit.
• Sixty-five percent of Nurture’s finished products contained more than 5 ppb lead.

These levels present serious health risks to babies and toddlers, who are very vulnerable to the effects of toxic metals.

Even low levels of arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury can impair development and cause lifelong deficits in intelligence.

Nurture’s Failure to Disclose Heavy Metal Levels

The Nurture Inc. lawsuits allege that the company marketed their products as healthy and safe despite knowing about these high levels of heavy metals.

Plaintiffs argue that Nurture had a duty to disclose this contamination or take steps to reduce the heavy metals in its products but failed to do so.

Nurture’s CEO did not fully cooperate with the Congressional subcommittee’s investigation and provided no specific documents showing their products were safe.

Parents across the country have filed lawsuits against Nurture and other baby food companies after learning their children may have been exposed to unsafe levels of toxic metals.

Some cases involve child-developed autism, attention disorders, and other neurodevelopmental issues who regularly ate Nurture’s baby foods.

Families Affected by Heavy Metals in Nurture’s Products

Many parents are understandably outraged to learn that products they trusted to be safe and nutritious for their babies were actually contaminated with dangerous toxins.

The Nurture Inc. lawsuits seek justice and compensation for families harmed by this deception and for Nurture’s negligence in allowing these contaminated foods to be sold.

Some of the plaintiffs’ stories demonstrate just how devastating the impact of Nurture’s actions can be on babies and their loved ones.

Health Issues Linked to Toxic Metals in Baby Food

Studies have shown that exposure to heavy metals during a child’s first years of development can put them at elevated risk for:

• Lower IQ and cognitive impairment
• Speech and language disorders
• Attention deficit disorders
• Behavioral and social problems
• Hearing and vision impairment
• Motor skill deficits
• Increased risk of certain cancers
• Immune system impairment

Even amounts of heavy metals previously thought to be “safe” can still cause irreversible harm to a baby’s developing brain.

There is no established safe level of these metals for infants.

The Nurture Inc. baby food lawsuits allege several legal violations by the company, including failure to warn consumers and negligent misrepresentation of the safety of their products.

Organizations like Healthy Babies Bright Futures continue to push for reforms to ensure the safety of baby food maker Nurture products and protect the health of infants and young children.

Violation of Consumer Protection Laws by Nurture Inc.

Plaintiffs argue that Nurture’s failure to disclose the heavy metal contamination in their baby foods violates state consumer protection laws that prohibit companies from engaging in false or misleading advertising.

By marketing their products as healthy, high-quality and beneficial for babies without revealing the presence of toxins, Nurture misled parents into purchasing foods they thought were safe but actually exposed their children to harm.

Negligence & Breach of Warranty Claims Against Nurture

The lawsuits also accuse Nurture of negligence for allowing baby foods with elevated heavy metals to be sold and for not properly testing ingredients and finished products for these contaminants.

Plaintiffs claim Nurture breached their implied warranty that their baby foods were fit for consumption by containing dangerous levels of heavy metals.

The Nurture Inc. lawsuits have been consolidated into multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the Eastern District of New York, along with similar cases against other baby food manufacturers like Beech-Nut and Gerber.

MDLs allow cases with common factual and legal issues to be coordinated under one court for more efficient proceedings during the pretrial and discovery process.

Current Progress & Updates on the Nurture Inc. Lawsuit

As of July 2022, the Nurture Inc. MDL is still in the early stages.

The court has appointed leadership for the plaintiffs’ counsel and is overseeing the gathering and review of evidence.

Nurture has previously tried to get some of the consumer protection claims dismissed but this motion was denied by the court.

The cases continue to move forward as more affected families come forward.

Potential Outcomes & Settlements in the Nurture Case

If the plaintiffs prevail in the Nurture Inc. lawsuits, the courts could award significant damages to compensate families for medical expenses, ongoing care needs, pain and suffering, and more.

The courts may also consider granting punitive damages to punish Nurture for their actions and deter other companies from similar misconduct.

As more evidence comes to light, Nurture may be motivated to try to reach settlements with the plaintiffs rather than continue litigation and risk a costly verdict against them at trial.

Previous lawsuits against food companies for mislabeling, deceptive marketing, and contamination have resulted in multi-million dollar settlements paid out to affected consumers.

Parents who believe their child may have been harmed by heavy metals in Nurture’s Happy BABY or other baby food products should contact an experienced law firm right away to discuss their legal rights and options.

Eligibility Criteria for the Nurture Inc. Lawsuit

An attorney can review your family’s specific circumstances and advise whether you may have a baby food contamination claim against Nurture.

Generally, you may qualify to file a claim against Nurture as part of the baby food heavy metals lawsuit if:

• Your child regularly consumed Happy BABY or other Nurture baby foods
• Your child was diagnosed with autism, ADHD, or other neurodevelopmental disorders
• You can demonstrate your child ate these sprout foods during the timeframe in question
• Your child does not have a family history or other more likely explanation for their diagnosis

Process for Joining the Baby Food Lawsuit Against Nurture

To get started, contact an attorney handling these cases for a free consultation.

If they determine you likely qualify, they can begin gathering documentation like pediatric medical records and product purchase receipts.

Your lawyer can file an individual baby food class action lawsuit on your behalf or add your claim to an existing consolidated action against Nurture.

They will guide you through each step of the process and fight to secure the justice and recovery your family deserves.

TruLaw is currently representing parents across the country in lawsuits against Nurture and other baby food manufacturers over the issue of heavy metals.

Our firm has extensive experience litigating complex defective products and consumer protection cases.

We have the resources and knowledge to hold companies accountable for the harm caused by their negligence.

TruLaw’s Experience with Baby Food Injury Lawsuits

Our attorneys understand the immense toll a child’s neurodevelopmental issues can take on a family and are committed to pursuing the maximum compensation possible.

We offer free consultations and work on a contingency basis, so there are no upfront or out-of-pocket costs for our clients.

We only get paid if we win a jury award or settlement for you.

Contact TruLaw for Help with Your Nurture Inc. Claim

If you believe your child may have a case against Nurture or other baby food companies, contact TruLaw today to learn more about your family’s legal options.

Our team is available 24/7 to provide the answers and guidance you need during this difficult time.

We can determine if you qualify for a Nurture Inc. lawsuit claim and advise you of important deadlines and next steps.