Doris Levitzki v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder pain (2016)

Doris Levitzki filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on December 11, 2015, alleging she suffered left shoulder pain causally related to an influenza vaccination received on September 17, 2015. The injury was identified as Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA).

Respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, agreeing that the injury was consistent with SIRVA caused by the flu vaccination and that petitioner met all legal prerequisites. A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 16, 2016, finding Doris Levitzki entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on March 17, 2016, respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $100,000.00, which petitioner accepted. Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey issued a decision on May 12, 2016, awarding Doris Levitzki a lump sum payment of $100,000.00 for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.