A:Brain injury is the leading cause of death in children—that’s why it’s so important that you understand how these injuries occur and what to do when they happen. Since the skulls of young infants is much softer than our own, they are more susceptible to damage when shaken, played with too roughly or in minor accidents. You child may be at risk if they've suffered: Falls
Shaking
Rough Play
Sudden Stops
Trauma
If your child has been the victim of a brain injury you may not see external cuts or bruising. Always seek the help of a qualified doctor if your infant shows blindness, cognitive difficulty, slowed speech, too much or too little crying or their eyes don’t focus. It’s important that you child get immediate help – to get help as quickly as possible, use a law office like Zimmerman & Frachtman to defend you and your child.