Jacqueline Duff v. HHS - Tdap, left shoulder injury (2016)

Jacqueline Duff filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging a left shoulder injury following her Tdap vaccination on September 18, 2014. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent conceded that Ms. Duff's injury was consistent with SIRVA and was caused-in-fact by the Tdap vaccine.

Respondent also agreed that no other cause was identified, the injury lasted at least six months, and Ms. Duff met all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on January 22, 2016, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on April 7, 2016, respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending $95,000.00.

Ms. Duff agreed with this amount.

On May 19, 2016, the Chief Special Master awarded Ms. Duff a lump sum payment of $95,000.00, representing compensation for all available damages.