Julie R. Korb v. HHS - Influenza, rotator cuff tendinopathy, impingement syndrome and a partial tear (2018)

Julie R. Korb filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on October 13, 2016, alleging that she suffered injuries, including rotator cuff tendinopathy, impingement syndrome, and a partial tear, caused by a Trivalent Influenza vaccination she received on October 13, 2013.

The respondent conceded that her right shoulder injury was consistent with shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) and was caused by the flu vaccine. A ruling on entitlement was issued on May 3, 2017, finding her entitled to compensation.

On January 8, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing $110,634.83. This amount included $630.00 for past unreimbursable medical expenses, $7,504.83 for past lost wages, and $102,500.00 for pain and suffering.

The petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding damages on April 18, 2018, granting the lump sum payment of $110,634.83 to Julie R.

Korb.