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Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_15-vv-00886
Petitioner: Christine Redlinger
Filed: 2015-08-17
Decided: 2016-03-18
Vaccine: influenza
Vaccination date: 2014-10-09
Condition: shoulder injury related to vaccine administration
Outcome: compensated
Award amount USD: 80000

AI-assisted case summary:
Christine Redlinger filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on August 17, 2015, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) from an influenza vaccination received on October 9, 2014. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report on November 2, 2015, conceding that the evidence established that the injury to petitioner's left shoulder was caused-in-fact by the administration of the flu vaccine and that the statutory six-month sequela requirement was satisfied. Based on this concession, Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey issued a ruling on entitlement on November 5, 2015, finding petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on November 19, 2015, the parties filed a proffer agreeing to an award of $80,000.00 for pain and suffering and unreimbursed medical expenses. Chief Special Master Dorsey issued a decision on March 18, 2016, awarding this lump sum payment to petitioner. Petitioner was represented by Paul Brazil of Muller Brazil, LLP, and the respondent was represented by Christine Becer of the U.S. Department of Justice. On November 24, 2015, the parties filed a stipulation regarding attorneys' fees and costs. Chief Special Master Dorsey issued a decision on March 23, 2016, awarding $13,963.90 in attorneys' fees and costs, payable jointly to petitioner and her counsel, Paul Brazil.

Theory of causation field:
Petitioner Christine Redlinger alleged a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on October 9, 2014. The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that the evidence established the injury was caused-in-fact by the vaccine and met the statutory requirements. The specific mechanism of injury and expert testimony were not detailed in the provided public text. The case resulted in a compensated outcome. Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey ruled on entitlement on November 5, 2015, and awarded $80,000.00 for pain and suffering and unreimbursed medical expenses on March 18, 2016, based on a proffer agreed to by both parties. Attorneys' fees and costs of $13,963.90 were awarded on March 23, 2016. Petitioner was represented by Paul Brazil and respondent by Christine Becer.

Public staged source text:

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DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_15-vv-00886-0
Date issued/filed: 2015-12-28
Pages: 2
Docket text: PUBLIC ORDER/RULING (Originally filed: 11/05/2015) regarding 15 Ruling on Entitlement ( Signed by Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey.)(mpj) Copy to parties.
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Case 1:15-vv-00886-UNJ Document 26 Filed 12/28/15 Page 1 of 2
In the United States Court of Federal Claims
OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS
No. 15-886V
Filed: November 5, 2015
Unpublished
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CHRISTINE REDLINGER, *
*
Petitioner, * Ruling on Entitlement; Concession;
* Influenza Vaccination;
* Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine
SECRETARY OF HEALTH * Administration (“SIRVA”);
AND HUMAN SERVICES, * Special Processing Unit (“SPU”)
*
Respondent. *
*
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Paul Brazil, Muller Brazil, LLP, Philadelphia, PA, for petitioner.
Christine Becer, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for respondent.
RULING ON ENTITLEMENT1
Dorsey, Chief Special Master:
On August 17, 2015, petitioner filed a petition for compensation under the
National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.,2 [the
“Vaccine Act” or “Program”]. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury
related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) resulting from the influenza vaccination she
received on October 9, 2014. Petition at 1. The case was assigned to the Special
Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters.
On November 2, 2015, respondent filed her Rule 4(c) report in which she
concedes that petitioner is entitled to compensation in this case. Respondent’s Rule
4(c) Report at 1. Specifically, respondent “has concluded that a preponderance of
evidence establishes that the injury to petitioner’s left shoulder was caused-in-fact by
the administration of her October 9, 2014, flu vaccine, and that petitioner’s injury is not
1 Because this unpublished ruling contains a reasoned explanation for the action in this case, the
undersigned intends to post it on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, in accordance with
the E-Government Act of 2002, Pub. L. No. 107-347, § 205, 116 Stat. 2899, 2913 (codified as amended
at 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2006)). In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), petitioner has 14 days to
identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an
unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, the undersigned agrees that the identified material fits
within this definition, the undersigned will redact such material from public access.
2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for
ease of citation, all “§” references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. §
300aa (2012).

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due to factors unrelated to the administration of the flu vaccine.” Id. at 3. Respondent
further agrees that “the statutory six month sequela requirement has been satisfied.” Id.
In view of respondent’s concession and the evidence before me, I find that
petitioner is entitled to compensation.
IT IS SO ORDERED.
s/Nora Beth Dorsey
Nora Beth Dorsey
Chief Special Master
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DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_15-vv-00886-1
Date issued/filed: 2016-03-18
Pages: 4
Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 11/19/2015) regarding 18 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer (Signed by Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey.) (mpj) Copy to parties.
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Case 1:15-vv-00886-UNJ Document 27 Filed 03/18/16 Page 1 of 4
In the United States Court of Federal Claims
OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS
No. 15-886V
Filed: November 19, 2015
UNPUBLISHED
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
CHRISTINE REDLINGER, *
*
Petitioner, * Damages Decision Based on Proffer;
* Influenza (“Flu”) Vaccine;
* Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine
SECRETARY OF HEALTH * Administration (“SIRVA”);
AND HUMAN SERVICES, * Special Processing Unit (“SPU”)
*
Respondent. *
*
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Paul Brazil, Muller Brazil, LLP, Philadelphia, PA, for petitioner.
Christine Becer, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC for respondent.
DECISION AWARDING DAMAGES1
Dorsey, Chief Special Master:
On August 17, 2015, petitioner filed a petition for compensation under the
National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.,2 [the
“Vaccine Act” or “Program”]. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury
related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) resulting from the influenza vaccination she
received on October 9, 2014. Petition at 1. The case was assigned to the Special
Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters.
On November 5, 2015, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding that petitioner
was entitled to compensation. On November 19, 2015, respondent filed a proffer on
award of compensation [“Proffer”] stating that petitioner should be awarded $80,000.00
for pain and suffering and unreimbursed medical expenses. Proffer at 1. According to
respondent’s Proffer, petitioner agrees to the proposed award of compensation. Id.
1 Because this unpublished decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action in this case, I intend
to post it on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, in accordance with the E-Government
Act of 2002, Pub. L. No. 107-347, § 205, 116 Stat. 2899, 2913 (codified as amended at 44 U.S.C. § 3501
note (2006)). In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to
redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of
privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such
material from public access.
2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for
ease of citation, all “§” references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. §
300aa (2012).

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Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Proffer, the undersigned awards
petitioner a lump sum payment of $80,000.00 in the form of a check payable to
petitioner, Christine Redlinger, for pain and suffering and suffering and
unreimbursed medical expenses. This amount represents compensation for all
damages that would be available under § 300aa-15(a).
The clerk of the court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this
decision.3
IT IS SO ORDERED.
s/Nora Beth Dorsey
Nora Beth Dorsey
Chief Special Master
3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by each party filing a notice
renouncing the right to seek review.
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IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS
OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS
____________________________________
)
CHRISTINE REDLINGER, )
)
Petitioner, )
) No. 15-886V
v. ) Chief Special Master Dorsey
) ECF
SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND )
HUMAN SERVICES, )
)
Respondent. )
____________________________________)
RESPONDENT’S PROFFER ON AWARD OF COMPENSATION
I. Items of Compensation
Based upon the evidence of record, respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded
$80,000.00 for pain and suffering and unreimbursed medical expenses, which represents all
elements of compensation to which petitioner would be entitled under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a).1
Petitioner agrees.
II. Form of the Award
The parties recommend that the compensation provided to petitioner should be made
through a lump sum payment of $80,000.00 in the form of a check payable to petitioner.
Petitioner agrees.
1 Should petitioner die prior to entry of judgment, the parties reserve the right to move the Court
for appropriate relief. In particular, respondent would oppose any award for future medical
expenses, future lost earnings, and future pain and suffering.

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Respectfully submitted,
BENJAMIN C. MIZER
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General
RUPA BHATTACHARYYA
Director
Torts Branch, Civil Division
VINCENT J. MATANOSKI
Deputy Director
Torts Branch, Civil Division
MICHAEL P. MILMOE
Senior Trial Counsel
Torts Branch, Civil Division
s/Christine Mary Becer
CHRISTINE MARY BECER
Trial Attorney
Torts Branch, Civil Division
U.S. Department of Justice
P.O. Box 146
Benjamin Franklin Station
Washington, D.C. 20044-0146
Tel: (202) 616-3665
Date: November 19, 2015
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DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_15-vv-00886-2
Date issued/filed: 2016-03-23
Pages: 2
Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 11/24/2015) regarding 23 DECISION Fees Stipulation/Proffer (Signed by Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey.)(mpj) Copy to parties.
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Case 1:15-vv-00886-UNJ Document 28 Filed 03/23/16 Page 1 of 2
In the United States Court of Federal Claims
OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS
No. 15-886V
Filed: November 24, 2015
Unpublished
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
CHRISTINE REDLINGER, *
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Petitioner, *
v. *
* Attorney Fees and Costs; Stipulation
SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND *
HUMAN SERVICES, *
*
Respondent. *
*
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Paul Brazil, Muller Brazil, LLP, Philadelphia, PA, for petitioner.
Christine Becer, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for respondent.
DECISION ON ATTORNEY FEES AND COSTS1
Dorsey, Chief Special Master:
On August 17, 2015, petitioner filed a petition for compensation under the
National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.,2 [the
“Vaccine Act” or “Program”]. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury
related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) resulting from the influenza vaccination she
received on October 9, 2014. Petition at 1. On November 19, 2015, the undersigned
issued a decision awarding compensation to petitioner based on respondent’s proffer to
which petitioner agreed. See Proffer at 1.
On November 24, 2015, the parties filed a Stipulation of Facts Regarding Final
Attorneys’ Fees and Costs. The parties stipulate to an award of $13,963.90 in
1 Because this unpublished decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action in this case, I intend
to post this decision on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, in accordance with the E-
Government Act of 2002, Pub. L. No. 107-347, § 205, 116 Stat. 2899, 2913 (codified as amended at 44
U.S.C. § 3501 note (2006)). In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), petitioners have 14 days to identify
and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted
invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will
redact such material from public access.
2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for
ease of citation, all “§” references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. §
300aa (2012).

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attorneys’ fees and costs. In accordance with General Order #9, petitioner’s counsel
represents that petitioner incurred no out-of-pocket expenses. Stipulation, ¶ 4.
The Vaccine Act permits an award of reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs. 42
U.S.C. § 300 aa-15(e). The undersigned finds the proposed amount to be reasonable.
Accordingly, I award the total $13,963.903 as a lump sum in the form of a
check jointly payable to petitioner and petitioner’s counsel Paul Brazil.
The clerk of the court shall enter judgment in accordance herewith.4
IT IS SO ORDERED.
s/Nora Beth Dorsey
Nora Beth Dorsey
Chief Special Master
3 This amount is intended to cover all legal expenses incurred in this matter. This award encompasses all
charges by the attorney against a client, “advanced costs” as well as fees for legal services rendered.
Furthermore, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(e)(3) prevents an attorney from charging or collecting fees (including
costs) that would be in addition to the amount awarded herein. See generally Beck v. Sec’y, HHS, 924
F.2d 1029 (Fed. Cir.1991).
4 Entry of judgment can be expedited by each party’s filing of a notice renouncing the right to seek review.
See Vaccine Rule 11(a).
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