Linda Hagans v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2018)

Linda Hagans filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she received an influenza vaccination on October 29, 2015, and subsequently suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). The respondent conceded that Ms.

Hagans was entitled to compensation, agreeing that her injury was consistent with SIRVA and that she met all legal prerequisites. A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 28, 2017, finding her eligible for compensation.

Subsequently, on September 7, 2017, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $127,996.77, which Ms. Hagans agreed to.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms. Hagans a lump sum payment of $127,996.77 on May 17, 2018, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.

Ms. Hagans is a competent adult.