This course breaks down the essentials of abusive head trauma as they relate to the legal field. We'll begin with an introduction to Abusive Head Trauma (AHT), and from there, navigate the key components of modern pediatric forensic autopsies. Topics covered include postmortem imaging, various injury types like scalp injuries, skull fractures, and intracranial hemorrhages. We'll tackle the complex subjects of ocular pathology, lucid intervals, short falls, and post-cranial fractures. It's all designed to enhance your prosecutorial strategies in court.