Crystal Adkins v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury (2018)

Crystal Adkins filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she received an influenza vaccine on November 2, 2015, and subsequently suffered a left shoulder injury caused by the vaccine. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, conceded that the evidence established a causal link between the flu vaccine and Ms.

Adkins' left shoulder injury, which is commonly known as SIRVA. The respondent also agreed that the statutory six-month sequela requirement was met.

Following the ruling on entitlement, the parties submitted a proffer on the award of compensation. The respondent proposed an award of $67,915.00, which Ms.

Adkins agreed to. This amount was intended to cover all elements of compensation available under the Vaccine Act.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms. Adkins a lump sum payment of $67,915.00.

The case was processed as an off-Table claim, and the award was based on a stipulation between the parties.