Ronald Belair v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder pain (2017)

Ronald Belair filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging he developed left shoulder pain after receiving an influenza vaccination on November 5, 2014. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent conceded that petitioner was entitled to compensation, believing the alleged injury was consistent with Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA). The ruling on entitlement was issued on March 14, 2016.

Subsequently, on April 26, 2016, respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating petitioner should be awarded $61,118.82. Petitioner agreed with this amount.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding this lump sum payment to Ronald Belair, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act. The decision date was April 7, 2017, and the petition was filed on April 26, 2016.