Meredith Pyers v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder pain (2016)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Meredith Pyers filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered from left shoulder pain as a result of an influenza vaccine she received on November 23, 2014. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.
Respondent conceded that the injury was caused-in-fact by the flu vaccine and that the six-month sequela requirement was satisfied. Based on this concession and the evidence, the court found Meredith Pyers entitled to compensation.
Subsequently, the parties filed a proffer on award of compensation. Respondent proffered that Meredith Pyers should be awarded $70,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,772.68 for unreimbursed medical expenses, totaling $71,772.68.
Meredith Pyers agreed with this proffered award. The court awarded Meredith Pyers a lump sum payment of $71,772.68, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.