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

Janice Creighton filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following her November 18, 2015 influenza vaccination. The respondent conceded that petitioner was entitled to compensation, agreeing that her medical course was consistent with SIRVA and that she had satisfied all legal prerequisites.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on September 15, 2017, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on October 31, 2017, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $97,325.00.

Petitioner agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Janice Creighton a lump sum payment of $97,325.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.

This case was processed as an off-Table claim, with the respondent conceding entitlement based on the evidence of record.