Sunday, August 30, 2009

Child Brain Injury Blog Coming Soon

As mentioned in many of the blog posts here on the Shaken Baby Syndrome Blog website, abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) can lead to serious brain injuries for its victims.  Among the most serious forms of head injury is traumatic brain injury (TBI).  In order to educate the public about TBI, its causes and effects, medical symptoms, and how to receive proper care for TBI, Chris Keane is launching a new website devoted entirely to pediatric traumatic brain injury.  Check back to this site for links and updates on the status of the Child Brain Injury Blog.

As a shaken baby syndrome and child brain injury lawyer, Chris Keane devotes his practice to representing injured and abused children.  If you have questions for a legal advocate for injured children, feel free to contact Chris Keane at the Keane Law Firm.  He will provide you with the resources your child needs and consult with you for free regarding your unique situation.  1-888-592-KIDS.

Two-Year-Old Girl Suffers Brain Damage & Partial Blindness From 2007 Shaken Baby Incident

A 29-year-old man whose daughter suffers brain damage and partial blindness from a 2007 shaken baby syndrome incident was recently sentenced to eight years in prison, according to the Vindy website.  The site reports that Jeremy Hendrex was living with the girl's mother at the time of the incident, when the baby was only 10-weeks-old.  His daughter is now 2 years of age, but suffers permanent damage.

The symptoms and effects of shaken baby syndrome (also called abusive head trauma) are serious and can result in permanent or even fatal injuries.  If you believe that your child may be suffering from abusive head trauma, seek medical care for your child immediately.  Symptoms are not always evident at first, so do not wait for them to manifest before taking action.

If you have questions regarding shaken baby syndrome, contact child injury lawyer Chris Keane online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS.

Saturday, August 29, 2009

Mother of Shaken Baby Questioned, Stepfather Believed to Have Been Arrested

The mother of a baby boy who was allegedly shaken by a stepfather or another caregiver is being investigated by the Department of Children and Families, according to the News-Press website.  Although the mother was not the one arrested in connection with the serious head injury suffered by the 8-month-old boy, she is being questioned about the incident of shaken baby syndrome.

As a shaken baby syndrome and child injury lawyer, Chris Keane devotes his practice to representing injured and abused children, and he hopes for the full and fast recovery of the baby in this incident.  If you have questions for a legal advocate for injured children, feel free to contact Chris Keane at the Keane Law Firm.  He will provide you with the resources your child needs and consult with you for free regarding your unique situation.  1-888-592-KIDS.

Friday, August 28, 2009

Father Charged in Connection With Son's Death From Abusive Head Trauma

After the death of his two-month-old son, the father of the baby boy has been charged with child abuse resulting in serious bodily injury and fatality in connection with the son's severe head injuries, according to the Dastardly Dads website.  The site reports that police received a call from the boy's home on August 10th informing them that the baby was not breathing.  Upon investigation and an autopsy report, authorities have stated that the death most likely resulted from abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome).  The father, Brandon Vaughn Yancey, was arrested.

Wrongful death from shaken baby syndrome is something no child should have to suffer, and no caregiver or family member should have to live with the burden that a child’s fatal injuries may have been prevented.  As an advocate for families who have lost children due to shaken baby syndrome and other cases of injury or abuse, Chris Keane is familiar with the indescribable pain and suffering experienced after tragedy, and he expresses his deepest sympathies to the family of the young victim in this incident.  For free resources, information, and answers to any questions regarding wrongful death or shaken baby syndrome, feel free to contact Chris Keane online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS.

Relevant Link:

Arvada man charged in the death of his infant son

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Brain Injuries from Shaken Baby Syndrome

As an experienced shaken baby syndrome lawyer, Chris Keane is familiar with the serious effects of the condition, specifically brain damage and traumatic brain damage (TBI).  Due to rapid motion of the brain inside the skull, the brain experiences inflammation and even the bleeding and tearing of nerve fibers, which have resulted in permanent impairment or death.  To explain the details of shaken baby syndrome and its connection to traumatic brain injury, attorney Chris Keane has created a video highlighting the topics of concern.

To watch Chris Keane's video on brain injuries from shaken baby syndrome, click here.  As an advocate for injured and abused children, shaken baby syndrome lawyer Chris Keane helps parents receive the medical care, financial resources, and community assistance their children need to recover from abusive head trauma.  If you believe that your child may be suffering a similar injury, contact Chris Keane of the Keane Law Firm for free resources and answers to your most important questions.  You may contact the Keane Law Firm online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Former Day Care Owner Linked to Abusive Head Trauma Injuries of Baby

The sentencing of an Oklahoma woman and former home day care operator who has been linked to the shaken baby syndrome injuries of baby Tegan Corr is only months away.  The incident of abusive head trauma reportedly occurred in December of 2006 and hospitalized then 5-month-old Tegan for a month.  He reportedly suffered brain damage in the incident.  To read more about this incident of abusive head trauma and other cases of child abuse, click here.

As an advocate for injured and abused children, shaken baby syndrome lawyer Chris Keane devotes his practice to representing children and only children.  If you believe that your child has been injured as a result of shaken baby syndrome (abusive head trauma), feel free to contact Chris Keane with your most pressing questions.  The Keane Law Firm will freely provide you with the information and resources you need to ensure that your child receives the best possible medical care and rehabilitation.  For free advice regarding your unique situation, contact Chris Keane online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).

Relevant Link:

Woman enters plea of felony child abuse . . .

Former R.N. Who Worked in Postnatal Units Found Guilty in Shaken Baby Case

A former registered nurse was recently sentenced to three years probation in connection with her adopted son's shaken baby syndrome injuries, according to the Muscatine Journal.  Melanie Addington reportedly plead guilty in May to shaking her child in September of 2007 when he was only 2 months old, and at her sentencing hearing this month, emotions kept her from taking the stand.  Speaking for Melanie, her father stated that she had spent much of her time as an R.N. in postnatal units before her dream of being a mother became reality.  He added that she suffers from depression and other disorders and that she had been cutting herself and had attempted suicide since the tragic incident.  As a result, the judge sentenced her to mental health treatment in addition to the three years probation and a $750 fine.

Although attorney Dana Christiansen acknowledged that the child's condition has improved, he asserted that the boy has not, by any means, experienced a "complete recovery," and he may face "significant physical challenges" throughout his childhood.

All children are at-risk of shaken baby syndrome, including those who have been adopted or whose parents work in health care environments.  If you believe that your child or a child you know may be suffering from the condition, contact Chris Keane for free resources, information, and answers to questions regarding your unique situation.  You may choose to contact the Keane Law Firm online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS.

Monday, August 24, 2009

Protective Custody Arranged for Abusive Head Trauma Victim | Bay Area Child Injury Lawyer

Numerous news stories have surfaced regarding the serious injuries of baby Ethan Neiderbach that reportedly resulted from severe abusive head trauma.  Sadly, the baby is said to have minimal brain activity as a result of the tragic incident.  Since his parents are facing charges of child endangerment in connection with his fractured ribs and head trauma, custody has been the most recent concern expressed in news reports.  According to the Who TV website, protective custody has been arranged for the baby.  To read more about this tragic incident and other incidents of shaken baby syndrome or child abuse, click here.

If you believe that your baby has been shaken and may be suffering from abusive head trauma, feel free to contact child injury lawyer Chris Keane with any questions you may have.  The Keane Law Firm will provide you with free information and will help you acquire the resources your child needs to reach maximum recovery.  Contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.

Relevant Link:

Custody of Injured Infant Changed

Video Explains the Sometimes Preventable & Foreseeable Nature of Shaken Baby Syndrome

Child injury and child abuse attorney Chris Keane has handled many cases of shaken baby syndrome, working with medical experts on the subject as he assists parents in finding the best treatment for their children.  As a result, he is familiar with the ways in which shaken baby syndrome occurs and knows that it is often "preventable and foreseeable."  In an effort to help parents who are determining who will care for their children while they are at work or away and parents of shaken baby syndrome survivors, Keane discusses on video the sometimes preventable nature of abusive head trauma as well as how to receive help with medical bills and health care.

To see Chris Keane's video on the preventable and foreseeable nature of shaken baby syndrome, click here.

If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome (formally called “abusive head trauma” to emphasize the types of serious injuries it inflicts upon its victims), feel free to contact child injury and child abuse attorney Chris Keane with your most important questions.  As an advocate for victims of abusive head trauma, Keane will provide you with free resources to help you find the best medical care for your child, and he will consult with you for free regarding your unique situation.  Contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.

Sunday, August 23, 2009

Previous Abuse Before Shaken Baby Incident May Lead to Another Case

Many caregivers of shaken baby syndrome survivors do not know that they may be able to get help for the baby if the child was abused before the critical incident of abusive head trauma.  In order to educate caregivers about the ways and reasons they can receive help, child abuse attorney Chris Keane created a video in which he explains how parents may have a case against those who knew the child was being injured but did not report the abuse to Child Protective Services.

To watch Chris Keane's video on signs of abuse before the shaken baby incident, click here.

If your child has been injured due to shaken baby syndrome and you would like assistance paying medical bills or for needed extra help in the home, feel free to contact Chris Keane for free resources, help, and answers to your unique questions.  You may contact Chris Keane online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS.

Fatal Shaken Baby Syndrome Case in Ohio | CA Child Abuse Lawyer

We recently added a blog post to our law firm (Keane Law Firm) website about a fatal shaken baby syndrome case in Ohio.  According to reports, Richard Davidson faces charges of murder and felonious assault for the death of a child he was babysitting at the time of the incident, 4-month-old Izabella Virginia.  To read more about this specific incident of shaken baby syndrome and fatal injuries from abusive head trauma, click here.

As an experienced shaken baby syndrome and child wrongful death lawyer, Chris Keane is familiar with the indescribable trauma experienced after losing a child, and he expresses his deepest sympathies to the relatives who are mourning the wrongful death of this infant.  Although nothing can compensate for the tragic loss of a baby, certain measures can be taken to help families of shaken babies.  If you would like to know more about how the Keane Law Firm can assist you in your recovery, feel free to contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Guilty Plea in Fatal Shaken Baby Case | Child Wrongful Death Attorney

In a recent shaken baby syndrome case in Pasadena, John Wirick plead guilty to the manslaughter of his daughter, Lilyanna, only one month old.  According to reports, Wirick explained through tears how he was trying to calm his daughter down from a crying spell.  For more information on this fatal shaken baby syndrome incident and other cases of abusive head trauma, click here.

If you have lost a child due to abusive head trauma, the Keane Law Firm expresses its deepest sympathies to you and your family.  As an experienced shaken baby syndrome and child wrongful death lawyer, Chris Keane will provide you with resources and assistance needed after a devastating loss, and he will answer any questions you have for free at no obligation to you.  Although nothing can compensate for the tragic loss of a child, certain measures can be taken to help families of shaken babies as they try to recover from the indescribable pain of losing a loved one.  Chris Keane has the resources and experience to provide that help and will be glad to talk with you for free if you would like to know more about how the Keane Law Firm can assist you.

To contact Chris Keane, fill out our online contact form or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).

Relevant Link:

Pasadena Father Pleads Guilty in Infant's Death

Friday, August 21, 2009

Long-Term Disabilities From Abusive Head Trauma

In order to inform those who would like to know more about shaken baby syndrome, child injury lawyer Christopher Keane of San Francisco, California, explains in a video how abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) can cause long term disabilities.  Many parents of shaken baby survivors do not know that their child's symptoms may change over the course of several years from the incident, especially as the child reaches an age in which higher functioning skills are expected.  Although learning disabilities and physical limitations are common in victims of shaken baby syndrome, rehabilitative treatment can help children overcome such limitations to various degrees.

To watch Chris Keane's video on long-term disabilities from shaken baby syndrome, click here.

If you believe that your baby may have suffered abusive head trauma, the Keane Law Firm will answer your most pressing questions for free and consult with you regarding your unique case.  Feel free to call us if you would like to know more about the condition itself, the process of filing a child injury claim, or what we can do to help your baby receive proper care.  1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Baby Dies From Abusive Head Trauma Before Even Two Months Old | CA Child Wrongful Death Lawyer

Just shy of two months old, Camarah Fisher was transported to a local hospital when EMS responders discovered that she was having trouble breathing in her home on August 22 of this year.  After being taken to a second hospital that specializes in treating children, the infant reportedly died of abusive head traumaTo read more about the shaken baby cases of baby Camarah and other infants, click here.

If you have lost a child due to shaken baby syndrome, child abuse and child injury attorney Chris Keane can help you connect with other families and organizations that can help you through the coping process.  If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, the Keane Law Firm can help you find the medical care your child needs to diagnose and treat his or her injuries.  For free answers to any questions you may have regarding shaken baby syndrome (abusive head trauma), wrongful death, or helpful programs for victims of child abuse, contact Chris Keane in an online form or call 1-888-592-KIDS.

Relevant Link:

Infant Death Being Investigated in Center Point

Shaken Baby Case Tracking & Claire's Law | CA Child Injury Attorney

In an effort to prevent future cases of shaken baby syndrome, the state of Ohio has enacted Claire's Law, named after the little girl, now 8, who was shaken by a babysitter as a baby and still suffers from the incident.  Claire's Law is intended to track serious cases of shaken baby syndrome in the state of Ohio and prevent similar cases.  California child abuse and shaken baby syndrome attorney Chris Keane of the Keane Law Firm posted a link to one video reporting the new law on his law firm's main website.  To watch the video on Claire's Law and shaken baby case tracking, click here.

If you feel that someone has neglected your child and that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, Chris Keane will answer all of your questions for free with professionalism and compassion and help you recover financial compensation for the care and rehabilitation that your child needs.  If you have any questions for a child injury and shaken baby syndrome lawyer in the San Francisco metropolitan area, contact the Keane Law Firm so we can help you help your child.  1-888-592-KIDS.  (1-888-592-5437).

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Boyfriend of Child's Mother Confesses After Baby Dies of Shaken Baby Syndrome

A 39-year-old man from Hollywood, FL, recently confessed to shaking his girlfriend's 11-month-old baby to death in June 2009, according to the Orlando Sentinel.  According to police, Cecil Weekes has been charged with murder in connection with the incident of shaken baby syndrome that occurred three days before young Angeliah Duncan's death.  Weekes and the baby's mother were reportedly home when the child began to cry uncontrollably, leading to the Hollywood man's frustration and the tragic incident.  Angeliah was pronounced dead June 15th at Memorial Regional Hospital, and an autopsy confirmed that her fatality was a result of shaken baby syndrome.

As an experienced shaken baby syndrome and child wrongful death lawyer, Chris Keane is familiar with the indescribable trauma experienced after losing a child, and he expresses his deepest condolences to the friends and family mourning the wrongful death of this baby.  For free information regarding wrongful death, shaken baby syndrome, or answers unique to your situation, feel free to contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.

Relevant Link:

Hollywood man charged in death of girlfriend's baby