Alexander Rydell v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (2016)

Alexander Rydell filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered pain in his right shoulder after receiving an influenza vaccine on January 7, 2015. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent conceded entitlement, concluding that the shoulder injury was caused-in-fact by the flu vaccine and was compensable under the Act. A ruling on entitlement was issued on December 17, 2015, finding petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on March 15, 2016, respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, stating that petitioner should be awarded $121,022.56 for pain and suffering, unreimbursed medical expenses, and lost wages. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding damages on May 12, 2016, granting a lump sum payment of $121,022.56 to Alexander Rydell.