Ron W. Flood v. HHS - Influenza, right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2018)

Ron W. Flood filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on November 22, 2016, alleging he suffered a right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination on October 16, 2014.

The respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, stating that Mr. Flood experienced SIRVA within 48 hours of the vaccination and that no other causes were identified.

The case proceeded as an off-Table claim, and the respondent agreed that the injury was more likely than not caused by the vaccination. A ruling on entitlement was issued on July 14, 2017, finding Mr.

Flood entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on August 7, 2017, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $125,000.00.

Mr. Flood, identified as a competent adult, agreed with this proffered award.

A decision awarding damages was issued on January 29, 2018, granting Mr. Flood a lump sum payment of $125,000.00.