​WHAT IS CONSIDERED A SHAKEN BABY?

So-called "shaken baby" cases have had a lot of publicity in recent years. Many of these cases end in the death of a child from traumatic brain injury. In order to effectively handle this type of case, your Toledo lawyer for shaken baby cases has to be knowledgeable in a number of scientific areas.

These include, but are certainly not limited to, the following:

• Shaken baby syndrome
• Shaken impact syndrome
• Subdural hematoma
• Pathology
• Retinal hemorrhage
• Biomechanics of injuries
• Re-bleed injuries

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​WHAT IS SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME?

Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) is a serious medical condition that can occur when a young child is violently shaken. The shaking can cause the brain to bleed and swell. If not treated immediately, SBS can lead to permanent damage or, in some cases, even death. Although it can be difficult to detect, there are some warning signs that may indicate that a child has been shaken. These include:

• Irritability
• Pale or bluish skin
• Vomiting
• Lethargy
• Seizures
• Difficulty staying awake
• Unusual crying
• Poor feeding
• Seizures
• Difficulty breathing

With prompt treatment, many children recover from SBS with minimal long-term effects. However, SBS can also have lifelong effects, such as learning disabilities or physical impairments.

Shaken baby syndrome is a serious charge that can result in years in prison and a lifetime of guilt. The consequences of a conviction are severe and can have a devastating impact on your life. You need an attorney who understands the law and knows how to build a strong defense on your behalf.

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​DEDICATED & SKILLED DEFENSE IN MICHIGAN & OHIO

Lorin Zaner personally knows a number of the top experts. Our firm has employed the services of a forensic pathologist who had been called the top expert in his field and used the services of neurosurgeons who have conducted highly publicized research in the area. We have the contacts and ability to locate ethical and skilled expert witnesses to assist you in obtaining the most favorable result possible.

Lorin Zaner has attended a conference by the prosecutor's office after his client was found not guilty of manslaughter as a result of an allegation. The prosecutor presented an expert who said that if a child presents with subdural hematomas and retinal hemorrhage without adequate explanation, the child had to be a victim of shaken baby. This is simply not true, as scientific studies have proven. In fact, Lorin provided an article to the expert to show that the expert's opinion was not accurate. The expert wasn't aware of the research and promised to look into it. However, the only way you will be able to overcome the prosecutor's expert is to hire and present your own expert at trial.

Scientists do not know everything about the brain. Knowledge about brain injuries is continually growing as scientific studies are conducted, which is why:

• It is critical to keep abreast of the research.
• It is critical to know the scientists who are on the cutting edge of the research.
• It is critical to know the scientists and doctors who have the knowledge and courage to testify against the system, (i.e. the prosecution) based on science and not on conjecture.

There is an immense body of research on this subject. Your attorney needs to be familiar with all of the research in order to properly represent you. The defense of these cases is very expensive and experts will need to be hired to explain the science to the jury. If you face shaken baby allegations, you will need an experienced advocate.