Practice Areas
- Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Cerebral Palsy
- Wrongful Death
- Burns
- Car Accident
- Child Abuse
- Child Injuries
- School Injuries
- Daycare injuries
- Dog Bites
- Bike Accident
- Foster Care Abuse
Keane Blog 
Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Mild and moderate abusive head trauma symptoms in children
- Non-accidental head trauma - Shaken Child Syndrome - older children and inflicted head trauma
- Baby Sent to Hospital on Christmas Eve With Injuries From Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Infant Airlifted to Medical Center & Placed on Life Support for Head Trauma
- Service Dog Helps Disabled 6-Year-Old Recover From Effects of Shaken Baby Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury
- Mother Charged After Child Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury in Car Accident
- Symptoms of Head Injuries in Children
- New Project Aims to Help Students With Traumatic Brain Injury
- New FAQ Regarding Types of Brain Injury Cases Handled by the Keane Law Firm
- New Article on Wrongful Death from Brain Injury
Cerebral Palsy
Wrongful Death
- In California, friends and family mourn the loss of the Maloney family. Sadly, their grief-stricken family was re-victimized when two robbers burglarized the deceased family’s home after the tragedy.
- In Arizona, 15-year-old Francisco Elias died after being pushed into traffic in what has been identified by police as a murder and hit-and-run crime.
- In Chicago, Fenger High School students were victimized by gang predators and one student, Derrion Albert, died from the injuries he sustained in the chaos.
- In Chicago, after-school violence results in the death of honor roll student, Derrion Albert. Silvonus Shannon, Eugene Riley and Eric Carson are charged with first-degree murder in connection with his death.
- In Ohio, Dayshaan Ballew died from his injuries sustained in a hit-and-run tragedy.
Burns
- In Florida, Michael Brewer’s assailants are in custody, Matthew Bent, Denver Jarvis, Jeremy Jarvis, Steven Shelton and Jesus Mendez face criminal charges for burning their victim on over 80% of his body.
- In Florida, 15-year-old Michael Brewer is critically injured from burns sustained during an assault.
- In Denver, preliminary hearings were held Monday for Isela Reyes-Talamantes and John Vigil, defendants in the case involving the death of Elijah Archuleta.
- In Harris County, Alexandra Galaviz died from injuries sustained in a mobile home fire.
- Playground equipment and surfaces made from recycled rubber black top get hot enough to cause burn injuries in children.
Car Accident
- In California, Ronald Simon is held in connection with the death of five-year-old, Alyssa Hendricks. He was allegedly driving under the influence when he caused the collision that killed her.
- In Colorado, an unrestrained infant passenger was critically injured in the roll-over motor vehicle accident involving Jessica Martinez and Daniel Medina.
- In California, Bambi Hess faces charges in connection with allegations of driving under the influence and child endangerment.
- In New York, Westchester County Medical Examiner’s Office released toxicology report findings that support alcohol and marijuana use may have been involved in the accident that killed Diane Schuler, the children and the passengers in the other vehicle.
- Car Crashes into CA Day Care, Child Trapped Beneath Vehicle | California Car Accident & Day Care Injuries Lawyer
Child Abuse
- Boston Police are seeking child abuse victims of Dr. W. Ayres victimized between 1959 and 1963.
- Jessica's law causes registered sex offenders to roam streets of San Francisco, California|Child Abuse Lawyer
- In California, Tiffany Lopez faces child abuse charges in connection with the death of her two-year-old daughter, Kamilah Russell.
- In Maine, Edgard Anziani was arrested in connection with the death of 15-month-old Damien Lynn.
- In Utah, Kami Kay Tollefson faced three charges of second-degree felony child abuse.
Child Injuries
- In California, three Daly City Skyline Elementary students were injured when a man lost control of his car in the school parking lot.
- In Illinois, Edgardo Delatorre was critically injured during an intentional vehicular assault involving a teen driving a stolen car.
- Toy-Related Injuries: How to Keep Your Child Safe This Holiday Season
- California Children's Health Advocate Named Chairman of Leading Children's Hospital Association
- In Chicago, Jeremiah Range fell from a third story porch located in the south side if the city. He was five-weeks-old at the time of his tragic death.
School Injuries
Daycare injuries
- 5-Month-Old Baby Suffers Brain Injuries, Daycare Provider Arrested
- In Tennessee, alleged child-abuse at an in-home Hickory Hill day care results in the death of 10-month-old, Wynter Joi Roberts.
- In Virginia, Ann Marie Cardinal was freed from jail after a new sentencing hearing. She was serving time for charges in connection with the 2005 death of Hannah Weiss.
- In Tampa, Just For Kids daycare is shut down by order of the court. Hillsborough County served an injunction on Dorothy Ann Sampson-Monroe.
- In New York, one year-old, James Farrior, died after falling into a bucket of water and drowning while at a day care run by Kristal Khan.
Dog Bites
- Khalil Rocks attacked by pit bull for his second dog attack in Warren, Michigan|Pit Bull lawsuit|Michigan Dog Bite Lawyer
- In Florida, a Lee County boy died from a dog bite to the neck sustained from a family pet.
- In Texas, Irma Berrera is charged with a second-degree felony in connection with the dog attack death of her infant grandson, Izaiah Gregory Cox.
- In Rio, West Virginia, a three-day-old infant boy died after being mauled by the family’s dogs. The Hardy County Sherriff’s Office is investigating the tragedy.
- In West Virginia, a three-day-old baby boy was killed by the family dog.
Foster Care Abuse
- Jazzmin Davis a victim of severe child abuse that led to her death. Shemeeka Davis is charged with child abuse, murder, and torture.
- San Francisco foster care abuse lawyer gives link on how to help California foster care children over the holidays
Child drowned
- In Pierce County, a jury awarded an 11.7M verdict for death of 2 year-old Gabriel Tobin.
- In Florida, Mary Dorsch, 20 year-old, was arrested and charged with child neglect causing great bodily harm.
- In Rochester, one-year-old Joseph Richard McCarthy-Petralia was found drowned in a pool.
General
- In Nebraska, Marcus Bass has been charged in connection with alleged child abuse injuries inflicted on a child that sustained brain hemorrhage and fractured bones.
- New resource for parents of injured children in Michigan - check out michiganchildinjurylawyer.com
- In Phoenix, Jesse Ramirez has died from a serious head injury he sustained allegedly at the hands of Joe Sauceda Gallegos.
- Jason Strickland was sentenced to 12 – 15 years in state prison for charges of child abuse. Haleigh Poutre remembers being hit.
- San Francisco California Bar Exam Tutor and Consultant, Grace Hum
Case Results
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Awarded: $1,000,000.00*
Shaken Baby Syndrome - Abusive Head Trauma - Wrongful Death
Awarded: $11,000,000.00
Awarded: $4,600,000.00*
Wrongful Death
Awarded: $5,700,000.00
Awarded: $1,800,000.00
Awarded: $1,000,000.00
Burns
Settlement for child burned by hot tea at restaurant
Awarded: Confidential
Child Abuse
Child with head injury and vision loss - Confidential settlement
Sexual Assault - Confidential Settlement
Awarded: Confidential
Sexual Assault - Confidential Settlement
Awarded: Confidential
Sexual Assault - Confidential Settlement
Awarded: Confidential
Child Injuries
Awarded: $4,500,000.00
Awarded: $4,200,000.00
Awarded: $3,200,000.00
Awarded: $3,000,000.00
Awarded: $1,500,000.00
Daycare injuries
Settlement for dog bite of baby at daycare
Awarded: $292,000.00
Foster Care Abuse
Wrongful Death - Confidential Settlement
Awarded: Confidential
Other
Awarded: $2,000,000.00
Awarded: $1,000,000.00
Awarded: $1,000,000.00
Awarded: $1,000,000.00
Awarded: $2,625,000.00
Child Safety News
Boy scout child abuse suit 18 million verdict|California abuse lawyer
Posted on 9/2/2010 More
Bikers raise thousands to benefit child abuse awareness.
Posted on 8/28/2010 More
Senator Linda Newell - SB10-171 - Senate Health and Human Services
Posted on 3/13/2010 More
Texas reports a 31% increase in child abuse and neglect deaths.
Posted on 3/7/2010 More
In Ohio, child welfare organizations increase child abuse education.
Posted on 2/1/2010 More
NFL brain injury panel held first meeting in Florida.
Posted on 1/27/2010 More
In California, lawmakers propose a state bill (AB1647) that will requi
Posted on 1/27/2010 More
Kids and Concussions: Step by step process of the ImPACT Test
Posted on 1/6/2010 More
California Teenager Suffers Fatal Injuries in Accident With Recreational Vehicle
Posted on 12/31/2009 More
4-Year-Old Boy Unconscious After Struck by Car in Crosswalk
Posted on 12/30/2009 More
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Videos
Shaken Baby Syndrome:
- Shaken Baby Syndrome Lawyer, Christopher Keane, San Francisco, California, explains that Shaken Baby Syndrome can cause long term disabilities
- Victim of Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Claire's Law - Tracking Victims of Shaken Baby Syndrome
Traumatic Brain Injury:
Child Abuse:
General:
FAQs
Shaken Baby Syndrome
What are the outcomes for non-accidental head trauma versus accidental head trauma in children?
- Is the economic downturn linked to a rise in shaken baby syndrome cases?
- What parts of the eye are affected by shaken baby syndrome?
- What kind of treatment is common after shaken baby syndrome?
- Does the person who shakes the baby have to be convicted of a crime in order to sue?
Traumatic Brain Injury
- Is lead poisoning a brain injury? Can it cause learning disabilities for my child?
- Can amino acids help children with traumatic brain injury?
- What types of brain injury cases does the Keane Law Firm handle?
- If my child has a brain injury, can music help?
- Do child brain injuries cause ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder)?
Cerebral Palsy
Wrongful Death
- What's the point in bringing a wrongful death lawsuit when a child dies - you can't bring back the child?
- What is wrongful death of an unborn child?
- What does California law permit the family of child who has died to recover?
- What can one do in case of a child’s wrongful death?
Car Accident
Child Abuse
- How do I report child pornography or a child sex offender to authorities?
- What are some of the causative agents that can cause decreased level of consciousness and/or coma in children?
Can bleeding in the head cause fever?
- What examination findings are indicative of non-accidental or child abuse injuries to the head of a child?
- What tests should be ordered in cases involving children with head trauma?
Child Injuries
- How many children are actually lead poisoned in San Francisco on a yearly basis?
- Is there lead paint on my rental property?
- When and why is lead paint in my apartment or rental home considered hazardous for my children?
- Is there a deadline for my child to file a claim or lawsuit in California?
- How is a claim or lawsuit actually settled on behalf of a child? And, is it possible that part of a child’s settlement be used for the benefit of the child before he or she turns 18?
Dog Bites
Are children more likely to be victims of dog bites or dog attacks?
Can dog bites and dog attacks involving children be prevented?
Foster Care Abuse
- Do I need to be related to an abused or injured foster child in order to bring a claim on their behalf?
- Can a foster child sue for injuries suffered while in foster care in California?
- How do I know if a foster child has been abused?
- What are foster homes?
General
- What can a child's lawyer do to protect their settlement or judgment in case an adult predeceases the child? Or, if the child is brain-injured?
- Should I talk to an insurance company, or sign insurance company documents, if an insurance company calls me about my child who was injured in a car accident?
- Why will you potentially harm your injured child's lawsuit if you delay in hiring a lawyer?