Laura Roetgerman v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries (2018)

Laura Roetgerman filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she received an influenza vaccine on December 17, 2015, and subsequently suffered left shoulder injuries. The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) and that no other cause was identified.

The respondent also agreed that Ms. Roetgerman met the statutory requirements for compensation, having suffered residual effects for more than six months.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on November 14, 2017, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on March 30, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer on award of damages, which the petitioner agreed to.

The court awarded Ms. Roetgerman a total of $73,580.68, comprising $72,500.00 for pain and suffering and $1,080.68 for past unreimbursable expenses.

This award was made as a lump sum payment. The decision was finalized on June 13, 2018.