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Shaken Baby Syndrome

Shaken baby syndrome is typically associated with frustrated parents or caregivers who abuse their children, which is why this condition is also called abusive head trauma. However, shaken baby syndrome, or SBS, can also affect your precious newborn if he or she is jostled, dropped, or shaken during or after birth and delivery. Newborns are fragile, and this mistreatment can result in permanent brain damage.

If your beloved new baby has been improperly treated by a doctor or nurse, resulting in SBS, the pursuit of legal action can discourage such careless treatment in the future and might obtain the financial compensation that you need to address additional medical expense. For more information regarding your legal options, contact a tenacious New Jersey birth injury lawyer from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529.

What Causes SBS?

Infants cannot control the motion of their heads because their neck muscles are not yet strong enough to completely support their skulls. If they are handled too roughly, such as being shaken or bounced, it can cause the head to roll around on the shoulders. At the same time, the brain can move violently inside the skull, striking bones and causing bleeding, tearing, and bruising that may result in permanent brain damage.

Symptoms of Head Trauma

Immediate symptoms of SBS can range from mild to severe. Some of these signs of mistreatment include:

  • Vomiting
  • Lethargy
  • Seizures
  • Difficulty eating
  • Pupils of unequal size

If a child survives SBS, it can leave them with disabilities such as blindness, developmental delays, and severe mental deficits.

Contact Us

Shaken baby syndrome can affect many aspects of your child’s growth and development, possibly causing permanent disability. If your son or daughter has been injured or even killed due to SBS, you may be entitled to financial compensation to help you during this difficult time. To discuss your case, contact a knowledgeable New Jersey birth injury attorney from the respected firm of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today.