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Stephensons has reviewed a number of cases involving Shaken Baby Syndrome (and many other cases of alleged inflicted injuries on babies and young children), we have strong relationships with specialist barristers and medical experts who also have significant experience in this field. This experience is likely to be invaluable to individuals accused or convicted of inflicting serious or fatal injuries on a child. For advice and assistance contact us on 0203 816 1098.
This controversial diagnosis consists of a triad of medical symptoms including subdural haematoma, retinal haemorrhage and brain swelling. As the name suggests the diagnosis often leads to a presumption of child abuse (intentional shaking) which can result in the criminal prosecution of the person looking after the child at the time of its collapse. Diagnosis of SBS is more likely when there is no history of accidental trauma or known existing medical conditions.
