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.
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
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.
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Custody of Injured Infant Changed
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.
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Custody of Injured Infant Changed
Sunday, August 23, 2009
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.
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.
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).
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
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).
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).
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Shaken Baby Syndrome Facts from ABC Action News | California Abusive Head Trauma Lawyer
Shaken baby syndrome has caught the attention of the ABC Action News crew, who just posted an article on their website stating the facts of the condition as well as how frustrated parents can find help before they take those frustrations out on their children. Among the highlighted facts on the site are the following:
As a shaken baby syndrome and child 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.
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ABC Action News: "The Facts about Shaken Baby Syndrome"
- Formally referred to as abusive head trauma, shaken baby syndrome is a serious condition that often results in fatality.
- According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, shaken baby syndrome, by definition, is: "a form of inflicted head trauma" that occurs "when a parent or caregiver violently shakes a baby."
- Survivors of abusive head trauma often suffer long-term consequences, including problems in behavior, difficulty learning, seizures, and even blindness.
- Although symptoms of abusive head trauma range from mild to severe, with some of the more mild cases never being diagnosed, the more common symptoms include difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, lethargy, and irritability.
- The most common reason a caregiver shakes an infant or young child is a baby's inconsolable crying.
As a shaken baby syndrome and child 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.
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ABC Action News: "The Facts about Shaken Baby Syndrome"
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Hospital Joins Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Effort | Abusive Head Trauma Lawyer
Joining the shaken baby syndrome (now formally called abusive head trauma) prevention effort, Salem Hospital in Oregon is providing educational resources to parents of newborns to explain how frequently babies cry and how to handle the tears, thanks to a $26,500 grant from the Children's Trust Fund of Oregon. According to the Statesman Journal online, nurses and other staff members at the hospital are distributing informational DVDs and brochures to new parents about the "Period of PURPLE Crying," a term used to describe the details of infant crying--how long it lasts, how often it occurs, the age at which it peaks, and other characteristics. In addition to assuring parents that frequent crying is normal, the materials encourage parents to take short breaks when necessary: they should not feel guilty for putting a crying baby down for a few minutes in order to calm their own frustrations.
These recent prevention efforts across the U.S. are springing up for a reason: abusive head trauma can result in serious injuries. The term abusive head trauma itself communicates the severity of the injury: shaking a baby inflicts trauma to the head, resulting in a wide range of disabilities, sometimes permanent or even fatal. If you think that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, seek medical care immediately. For free answers to any questions you may have regarding how to receive the best medical care for your baby or what to do in your particular situation, contact child injury lawyer Chris Keane. You may contact Chris Keane online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS.
These recent prevention efforts across the U.S. are springing up for a reason: abusive head trauma can result in serious injuries. The term abusive head trauma itself communicates the severity of the injury: shaking a baby inflicts trauma to the head, resulting in a wide range of disabilities, sometimes permanent or even fatal. If you think that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, seek medical care immediately. For free answers to any questions you may have regarding how to receive the best medical care for your baby or what to do in your particular situation, contact child injury lawyer Chris Keane. You may contact Chris Keane online or by phone at 1-888-592-KIDS.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Father Takes Plea Deal in Shaken Baby Case That Led to Daughter's Death | Shaken Baby Syndrome Attorney
A Salt Lake City father took a plea deal Friday, July 10, after facing accusations of shaking his baby to the point of fatal injuries, according to the ABC 4 News website. Everado Mendoza, 22, will serve up to 15 years in prison for shaking his then two-month-old girl in November 2007, resulting in her death. Although Mendoza did not admit that he was guilty of the accusation, he admitted that prosecutors had enough evidence to convict him of shaking his child. Following his prison sentence, he will be deported to Mexico.
Child abuse and shaken baby syndrome attorney Chris Keane commits his practice to representing children and only children in injury and abuse cases. When those cases result in fatality, Keane represents the proper party in a wrongful death case with compassion and professionalism. If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome (also called abusive head trauma), feel free to contact Chris Keane of the Keane Law Firm for free resources and helpful information regarding how to find the medical care your child needs and other concerns unique to you. If you have lost a child due to shaken baby syndrome, the Keane Law Firm expresses its deepest sympathies to you, and we will be glad to answer any questions you have for free regarding your situation.
Click here to contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
Child abuse and shaken baby syndrome attorney Chris Keane commits his practice to representing children and only children in injury and abuse cases. When those cases result in fatality, Keane represents the proper party in a wrongful death case with compassion and professionalism. If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome (also called abusive head trauma), feel free to contact Chris Keane of the Keane Law Firm for free resources and helpful information regarding how to find the medical care your child needs and other concerns unique to you. If you have lost a child due to shaken baby syndrome, the Keane Law Firm expresses its deepest sympathies to you, and we will be glad to answer any questions you have for free regarding your situation.
Click here to contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
FL Sheriff Show to Discuss Abusive Head Trauma & How it Damages a Baby's Brain | California Shaken Baby Lawyer
Shaken baby syndrome (abusive head trauma) demonstrations involving a doll with a visible brain are becoming more and more prevalent across the country in an effort to educate parents and other caregivers about the dangers of shaking a baby even mildly for a few seconds or just a few times. According to the Citrus Daily online, tonight's Citrus County Sheriff's 10-43 show at 7:30 p.m. will discuss "how, when, and why shaken baby syndrome occurs" and use the doll to show viewers exactly how the brain is damaged when a baby is shaken. University of Florida Child Protection Team Clinical Supervisor Sunshine Arnold will join the show to offer his insight regarding shaken baby syndrome.
For more information on shaken baby syndrome cases, child brain injuries, the legal process, or how to receive the best medical care for your child, the Keane Law Firm has provided a number of options for you:
Request a free copy of child injury lawyer Chris Keane's recent book, Little Kids in BIG Cases: Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Contact Chris Keane online using our contact form.
Call the Keane Law Firm in San Francisco, CA, for free resources, helpful information, and answers to your most important questions at 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
For more information on shaken baby syndrome cases, child brain injuries, the legal process, or how to receive the best medical care for your child, the Keane Law Firm has provided a number of options for you:
Request a free copy of child injury lawyer Chris Keane's recent book, Little Kids in BIG Cases: Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Contact Chris Keane online using our contact form.
Call the Keane Law Firm in San Francisco, CA, for free resources, helpful information, and answers to your most important questions at 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
Monday, July 6, 2009
Grant Given to Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Programs in Colorado, Demonstration Reveals How Brain Damage Occurs
According to the News Channel 13 website, cases of child abuse have increased in El Paso County, Colorado, this year. As a result, the El Pomar Foundation is providing a total of $34,000 in grant money to three child abuse prevention or child protection organizations in the county. Among the recipients is the Kids' Place program of Pikes Peak Family Connection. Receiving a $10,000 grant, Kids' Place is a nursery for parents who need a short break from their children ages 0 to 6. In an effort to inform the public on the dangers of shaken baby syndrome, Jennifer West, Nursery Director for Kids' Place, used a test doll to demonstrate to News Channel 13 the serious effects of shaking a baby. The video demonstration revealed that in about 3 shakes and less than 3 seconds, a child can suffer brain damage. According to the site, damage to the front of a baby's brain affects learning and emotion, while damaging the back of a baby's brain affects the child's vision. When the side and top of the brain are damaged, a baby's speech, hearing, and movement become impaired. The point is simple: never shake a baby.
If you think that your baby has been shaken, seek medical care as soon as possible, and feel free to contact child injury attorney Chris Keane for helpful resources and information regarding your situation. If you would like to find out more about how Chris Keane can help you and your child recover following an instance of shaken baby syndrome, contact the Keane Law Firm online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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News Channel 13 Story and Video
If you think that your baby has been shaken, seek medical care as soon as possible, and feel free to contact child injury attorney Chris Keane for helpful resources and information regarding your situation. If you would like to find out more about how Chris Keane can help you and your child recover following an instance of shaken baby syndrome, contact the Keane Law Firm online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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News Channel 13 Story and Video
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Wrongful Death from Abusive Head Trauma | California Shaken Baby Syndrome Attorney
There is no greater tragedy than losing a child, and knowing that the wrongful death of your child resulted from someone's negligence or abuse is a burden that no parent or caregiver should have to bear. Although the Keane Law Firm handles many cases in which a victim of shaken baby syndrome has been seriously injured, Chris Keane of the Keane Law Firm also handles cases in which a shaken baby syndrome injury turned fatal. Injuries resulting from abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) are serious: the brain bleeds, becomes inflamed or swollen, and its soft tissue becomes damaged from the back and forth motion of hitting the inside of the skull. The pressure in the brain can lead to brain damage, neuromuscular problems or paralysis, seizures, cerebral palsy, blindness, deafness. Many adults and caregivers fail to realize how quickly and easily an injury can occur in a child; since a child's brain has more water content than that of an adult and is still developing, babies are more vulnerable to serious injury when blunt force or shaking occurs. Even a small amount of pressure or force can lead to permanent injury and, sometimes, death.
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).
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).
Civil Cases of Shaken Baby Syndrome | CA Abusive Head Trauma Attorney
The majority of shaken baby syndrome cases appearing in the news are criminal cases, but it is important to note that some instances of shaken baby syndrome result in civil cases. At the Keane Law Firm, Chris Keane can file a shaken baby syndrome case in civil court, meaning that the lawsuit will focus on instances of negligence rather than crimes. In other words, it is not necessary to prove that a caregiver "intended" to injure the baby but, rather, that he or she failed to care adequately for the child. Even if a person charged with shaking a baby avoids criminal conviction, that person can still be held liable for a child's injuries in a civil case of abusive head trauma. If the jury finds that the person in question did not use reasonable care with a child, the person may be held responsible for the baby's resulting injuries.
If the criminal defendant is found "not guilty" in a case of shaken baby syndrome or if the case does not go to trial, the Keane Law Firm can represent the baby in civil court. If you believe that your baby has been injured as a result of shaken baby syndrome, contact our firm with your most important questions, and child injury attorney Chris Keane will answer them for free. To acquire the resources you need to determine whether you should pursue a civil case, contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
If the criminal defendant is found "not guilty" in a case of shaken baby syndrome or if the case does not go to trial, the Keane Law Firm can represent the baby in civil court. If you believe that your baby has been injured as a result of shaken baby syndrome, contact our firm with your most important questions, and child injury attorney Chris Keane will answer them for free. To acquire the resources you need to determine whether you should pursue a civil case, contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
Mother's Boyfriend Charged in Wrongful Death of Shaken Baby | CA Child Wrongful Death Lawyer
After the February death of a 21-month-old girl in Michigan, the 20-year-old boyfriend of the baby's mother faces charges of first-degree child abuse and felony murder after allegedly shaking the child, according to the Freep.com website. According to police, Carlos Raymore was watching the girl while her mother was at work when he began to call his girlfriend about "problems with the child." The toddler girl was then taken to the hospital and found to be suffering from head trauma consistent with shaken baby syndrome. She died one day later.
At the Keane Law Firm, Chris Keane has helped clients as they go through the indescribably difficult process of coping after losing a child, and he expresses his deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the young girl in this incident as they mourn her wrongful death. As an advocate for injured children and an experienced child wrongful death lawyer, Keane works to recover the compensation families need following tragic incidents such as this. If you have lost a child or believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, feel free to contact the Keane Law Firm with your most important questions. Chris Keane will compassionately and professionally consult with you for free regarding your unique situation.
Contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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Story on Freep website
At the Keane Law Firm, Chris Keane has helped clients as they go through the indescribably difficult process of coping after losing a child, and he expresses his deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the young girl in this incident as they mourn her wrongful death. As an advocate for injured children and an experienced child wrongful death lawyer, Keane works to recover the compensation families need following tragic incidents such as this. If you have lost a child or believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, feel free to contact the Keane Law Firm with your most important questions. Chris Keane will compassionately and professionally consult with you for free regarding your unique situation.
Contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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Story on Freep website
After Shaken Baby Trial, Billy Bob Thornton's Daughter Indicted | CA Abusive Head Trauma Lawyer
Billy Bob Thornton's oldest daughter was indicted on multiple charges Wednesday, June 24, for shaking a baby who was under her care in central Florida in October 2008. Among the charges for 29-year-old Amanda Brumfield are first-degree murder, aggravated manslaughter, and aggravated child abuse, despite Brumfield's story that the child's death was an accident.
Brumfield reportedly told authorities that the 1-year-old girl, whom she was babysitting at the time, fell from a playpen and hit her head on hard object on October 3rd, but Brumfield did not call 911 for help until more than two hours after the baby was unresponsive. The autopsy report revealed injuries that were inconsistent with the babysitter's story: upon finding a brain injury and fractured skull, the medical examiner ruled the death a homicide. Police say that they believe the baby's head did strike a hard object, but they do not believe that a short distance fall from a playpen could cause such severe trauma to the head.
The Oscar-winner's daughter was arrested earlier this month and booked at the Orange County Jail. When contacted after her arrest, Thornton's publicist said that he and his daughter have been estranged for a long time.
Although this particular incident of shaken baby syndrome resulted in a criminal case against the offender, the Keane Law Firm can file civil cases against anyone who failed to care adequately for children. In a civil case, it is not required to prove that someone intentionally shook a baby; it is only necessary to prove that someone neglected the child or failed to provide proper care for the baby who was injured as a result.
If you have questions for a shaken baby syndrome and child injury lawyer, contact the Keane Law Firm for free answers regarding your unique situation. You can contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
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People Magazine Story
Hollyscoop Story
Brumfield reportedly told authorities that the 1-year-old girl, whom she was babysitting at the time, fell from a playpen and hit her head on hard object on October 3rd, but Brumfield did not call 911 for help until more than two hours after the baby was unresponsive. The autopsy report revealed injuries that were inconsistent with the babysitter's story: upon finding a brain injury and fractured skull, the medical examiner ruled the death a homicide. Police say that they believe the baby's head did strike a hard object, but they do not believe that a short distance fall from a playpen could cause such severe trauma to the head.
The Oscar-winner's daughter was arrested earlier this month and booked at the Orange County Jail. When contacted after her arrest, Thornton's publicist said that he and his daughter have been estranged for a long time.
Although this particular incident of shaken baby syndrome resulted in a criminal case against the offender, the Keane Law Firm can file civil cases against anyone who failed to care adequately for children. In a civil case, it is not required to prove that someone intentionally shook a baby; it is only necessary to prove that someone neglected the child or failed to provide proper care for the baby who was injured as a result.
If you have questions for a shaken baby syndrome and child injury lawyer, contact the Keane Law Firm for free answers regarding your unique situation. You can contact Chris Keane online or call 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
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People Magazine Story
Hollyscoop Story
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Father Says Baby Was Unresponsive, Admits to Shaking Baby & Faces Homicide by Child Abuse Charge | Shaken Baby Syndrome Attorney
The father of a two-month-old baby was arrested and faces a charge of homicide by child abuse due to the death of the child which may have resulted from shaken baby syndrome, according to the WIS 10 news website. According to the site, the Orangeburg, SC, father told authorities that he tripped while holding his baby and then found the baby to be unresponsive, and he admits that his response was to shake the child. According to the news source, Anwar Young faces 20 years to life in prison if convicted of child abuse charges.
Neonatologist Dr. Kim Lee is quoted in the article for explaining that babies will cry simply to communicate and, though the sound can be "loud and frustrating," parents must learn to put their babies down and walk into another room for a while if necessary to calm their own nerves. According to Lee, it appears as if advice in the "old days" told parents to shake babies in order to arouse them from what must be sleepiness if the babies were less responsive than usual. Current medical research, however, has found that shaking a baby can be extremely dangerous since the brain tissue of a young baby is not developed completely. In fact, doctors say that shaking a baby can lead to delays in development, bleeding in the brain, or even death. According to the website, all hospitals give parents information regarding shaken baby syndrome, why it occurs, and what to do instead of shaking a baby. Among the information some hospitals are including is the fact that some babies can cry over three hours a day up to three months of age, sometimes for no apparent reason.
If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, the Keane Law Firm can help you by providing you with relevant resources, information, and free answers to your pressings questions unique to your particular situation. Child abuse and child injury attorney Chris Keane focuses his practice on representing children and only children, fighting as an advocate for those who have been abused, injured, or suffered wrongful death. For free resources, answers to questions, and information regarding how to receive the best medical care for your child, contact Chris Keane on the web or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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Baby Dies After Father Admits Shaking Him
Neonatologist Dr. Kim Lee is quoted in the article for explaining that babies will cry simply to communicate and, though the sound can be "loud and frustrating," parents must learn to put their babies down and walk into another room for a while if necessary to calm their own nerves. According to Lee, it appears as if advice in the "old days" told parents to shake babies in order to arouse them from what must be sleepiness if the babies were less responsive than usual. Current medical research, however, has found that shaking a baby can be extremely dangerous since the brain tissue of a young baby is not developed completely. In fact, doctors say that shaking a baby can lead to delays in development, bleeding in the brain, or even death. According to the website, all hospitals give parents information regarding shaken baby syndrome, why it occurs, and what to do instead of shaking a baby. Among the information some hospitals are including is the fact that some babies can cry over three hours a day up to three months of age, sometimes for no apparent reason.
If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, the Keane Law Firm can help you by providing you with relevant resources, information, and free answers to your pressings questions unique to your particular situation. Child abuse and child injury attorney Chris Keane focuses his practice on representing children and only children, fighting as an advocate for those who have been abused, injured, or suffered wrongful death. For free resources, answers to questions, and information regarding how to receive the best medical care for your child, contact Chris Keane on the web or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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Baby Dies After Father Admits Shaking Him
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Symptoms of Abusive Head Trauma | California Child Injury Lawyer
Although certain factors may increase the likelihood that a child may become a victim of abusive head trauma (also called shaken baby syndrome), shaken baby syndrome can occur in any place, at any time, and under the care of any person. As a result, it is important to know the common signs and symptoms of abusive head trauma and seek medical care immediately if you believe that your child may have suffered from any kind of serious injury. While the list here is not comprehensive, it includes some of the common signs and symptoms of abusive head trauma:
If your child has any of these symptoms, seek medical examination as soon as possible, and remember the following facts about shaken baby syndrome when caring for your child:
No matter what, victims of shaken baby syndrome should receive medical treatment promptly following their injuries. At the Keane Law Firm, child injury lawyer Chris Keane devotes his practice to ensuring that injured children receive the compensation they require to get proper medical care and heal from injuries as soon as possible. If your child has been injured or has suffered from abusive head trauma, feel free to contact Chris Keane for free answers and information regarding your questions and unique situation. The Keane Law Firm will compassionately and professionally work to help you in finding the right doctors and treatment for your child.
Contact Chris Keane via the web, or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
- Poor feeding
- Weakness and/or a change in overall muscle tone
- Vomiting
- Trouble breathing or sudden cardiac or respiratory arrest
- Pale skin coloring
- Cool skin temperature
- Failure to thrive
- Irritability
- Decrease in alertness
- Seizures
- Swollen fontanelles (the soft spots on an infant's head)
If your child has any of these symptoms, seek medical examination as soon as possible, and remember the following facts about shaken baby syndrome when caring for your child:
- The symptoms of shaken baby syndrome may appear together; only one symptom may be present; or no symptoms may be apparent at first.
- In some instances, no outward signs of physical trauma, such as bruising, scrapes or other injuries, will be visible, although caregivers may notice a change in the baby's behavior.
No matter what, victims of shaken baby syndrome should receive medical treatment promptly following their injuries. At the Keane Law Firm, child injury lawyer Chris Keane devotes his practice to ensuring that injured children receive the compensation they require to get proper medical care and heal from injuries as soon as possible. If your child has been injured or has suffered from abusive head trauma, feel free to contact Chris Keane for free answers and information regarding your questions and unique situation. The Keane Law Firm will compassionately and professionally work to help you in finding the right doctors and treatment for your child.
Contact Chris Keane via the web, or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Charity Gives Van to Family of Shaken Baby Syndrome Victim | California Child Injury Lawyer
Thanks to Merrimack Valley's Sen. Steven Baddour Charity Fund, the 12-year-old survivor of shaken baby syndrome will be able to make it to his doctor's appointments more easily. The charity recently gave his mother, Carrie Bergeron, a van with a wheelchair lift for her son, Wayne Elliott, who suffered from shaken baby syndrome at only 5 months of age and was left unable to see, talk, or walk.
The charity group, which has also donated generous amounts of money to hospitals and given smaller items to families, found out about the family's need from Wayne's nurse, who described their dilemma of not being able to travel as a family in their 2000 Jeep Cherokee and how Wayne could not fit into his special car seat anymore. With the handicap-accessible van, Carrie will not only be able to transport Wayne to his medical appointments, but will gladly take him and the rest of the family fishing.
If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome and you need help finding the proper medical care, other resources, or answering questions regarding your unique situation, feel free to contact shaken baby syndrome attorney Chris Keane. Devoted to representing children and only children in neglect, abuse, and injury cases, Chris Keane will answer your most pressing questions for free and consult with you regarding your situation with compassion.
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Baddour Foundation Donates Van to Help Family of Shaken Baby
The charity group, which has also donated generous amounts of money to hospitals and given smaller items to families, found out about the family's need from Wayne's nurse, who described their dilemma of not being able to travel as a family in their 2000 Jeep Cherokee and how Wayne could not fit into his special car seat anymore. With the handicap-accessible van, Carrie will not only be able to transport Wayne to his medical appointments, but will gladly take him and the rest of the family fishing.
If you believe that your child may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome and you need help finding the proper medical care, other resources, or answering questions regarding your unique situation, feel free to contact shaken baby syndrome attorney Chris Keane. Devoted to representing children and only children in neglect, abuse, and injury cases, Chris Keane will answer your most pressing questions for free and consult with you regarding your situation with compassion.
Click here to contact Chris Keane via the web or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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Baddour Foundation Donates Van to Help Family of Shaken Baby
California Man Faces Child Abuse Charges of Shaking His 8-Month-Old Daughter | CA Shaken Baby Syndrome Attorney
A man from La Habra, California pleaded not guilty on Monday, June 15, to shaking his 8-month-old baby, but he still faces an preliminary hearing on August 3rd regarding his charges of child abuse and endangerment, according to the Whittier Daily News website. The alleged incident occurred May 16 when, according to the spokeswoman for the Orange County District Attorney's Office, 37-year-old Joseph Wise shook the child forward, backward, and upside-down before throwing her on the bed. The same date, Los Angeles County firemen and La Habra police received a call reporting that the baby was not breathing, and when they arrived at Wise's residence, they found the young girl experiencing difficulty breathing and rushed her to a local medical center. Although the baby was released from the hospital over a week ago, she reportedly suffered severe bodily injury and medical problems that could have turned fatal without proper care.
After seeing the serious effects of child injuries, child abuse, and shaken baby syndrome first-hand, the Keane Law Firm is committed to representing children and only children in abuse and injury cases, and we hope for the fast and full recovery of the little girl in this incident. If you believe that your child may have been abused or may be suffering from abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome), feel free to contact child injury attorney Chris Keane with your most important questions. As an advocate for survivors of shaken baby syndrome, he will compassionately and professionally answer all of your questions for free.
Contact Chris Keane via the web or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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La Habra Man Denies Abusing Baby Daughter; Officials Say Child Shaken
After seeing the serious effects of child injuries, child abuse, and shaken baby syndrome first-hand, the Keane Law Firm is committed to representing children and only children in abuse and injury cases, and we hope for the fast and full recovery of the little girl in this incident. If you believe that your child may have been abused or may be suffering from abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome), feel free to contact child injury attorney Chris Keane with your most important questions. As an advocate for survivors of shaken baby syndrome, he will compassionately and professionally answer all of your questions for free.
Contact Chris Keane via the web or call 1-888-592-KIDS.
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La Habra Man Denies Abusing Baby Daughter; Officials Say Child Shaken
Friday, May 29, 2009
2-Month Old Girl Hospitalized, Father Arrested for Shaken Baby Syndrome in Washington State | CA Child Injury Lawyer
A two-month-old girl was hospitalized for serious injuries in Tumwater, Washington, following an alleged incident of shaken baby syndrome, according to the Komo News website. Following the baby's hospitalization on Sunday, authorities from Mary Bridge Children's Hospital notified police that her injuries were consistent with abusive head trauma (also known as shaken baby syndrome), and her 22-year-old father, Treven W. Clark, was arrested and taken to the Thurston County Jail where he awaits charges of first-degree child assault. After further investigation, Tumwater police believe that Clark shook the baby while she was under his care in a Tumwater home. Luckily, the baby was released from the hospital on Wednesday, but the long-term effects of her injuries are unknown. She and a 2-year-old child have been placed in protective custody following the shaken baby syndrome incident.
As a child injury lawyer and advocate for injured and abused children, California attorney Chris Keane handles cases of abusive head trauma such as this on a daily basis. Constantly aware of the tragic and devastating nature of shaken baby syndrome, we at the Keane Law Firm express our deepest sympathies to family and friends of the baby in this incident, and we hope for her quick and complete healing. If you are aware of an instance in which a baby has been abused, shaken, or injured, whether the injury was the intention of the caregiver or not, feel free to contact Chris Keane with your most serious questions and information. He will ensure that the case is reported, carried out thoroughly, and that the child is connected with the proper phycisians for his or her immediate and long-term needs. 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
Click here to contact Chris Keane via the web . . .
As a child injury lawyer and advocate for injured and abused children, California attorney Chris Keane handles cases of abusive head trauma such as this on a daily basis. Constantly aware of the tragic and devastating nature of shaken baby syndrome, we at the Keane Law Firm express our deepest sympathies to family and friends of the baby in this incident, and we hope for her quick and complete healing. If you are aware of an instance in which a baby has been abused, shaken, or injured, whether the injury was the intention of the caregiver or not, feel free to contact Chris Keane with your most serious questions and information. He will ensure that the case is reported, carried out thoroughly, and that the child is connected with the proper phycisians for his or her immediate and long-term needs. 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
Click here to contact Chris Keane via the web . . .
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Day Care Center Owner Charged With Battery That Led to Death of 6-Month-Old | CA Abusive Head Trauma Lawyer
A former day care owner from Indiana has been charged with battery that resulted in child fatality after a doctor determined that the 6-month-old, who had been under her care, died from injuries to the head. The type of traumatic brain injury suffered by the child typically occurs when a child is shaken, as in the case of abusive head trauma (or "shaken baby syndrome"). We at the Keane Law Firm express our deepest condolences to the family of the young child, and we aim to provide injured children with resources to receive the proper care and treatment for immediate healing and a longer, healthier life. To read more, click the following link to access the news article on this Indiana day care abuse story. Keane Law Firm/ Attorney Chris Keane: 1-888-592-KIDS (1-888-592-5437).
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