Cynthia Dean v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury (2018)

Cynthia Dean filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a left shoulder injury caused by the influenza vaccine she received on December 12, 2014. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, conceded that the evidence established that the injury was caused-in-fact by the vaccine and that the statutory sequela requirement was met.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 21, 2017, finding Ms. Dean entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on October 5, 2017, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $120,260.97. Ms.

Dean agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms.

Dean a lump sum payment of $120,260.97, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act. The case proceeded as an off-Table claim, with the respondent conceding causation-in-fact.