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

Mona Ibrahim filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she received an influenza vaccine on October 3, 2016, and subsequently suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). The respondent conceded that petitioner was entitled to compensation, agreeing that her medical course was consistent with a SIRVA as defined on the Vaccine Injury Table.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on January 5, 2018, finding her eligible for compensation. Subsequently, on May 11, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $50,467.38.

This amount included $467.38 for unreimbursed past expenses and $50,000.00 for past and future pain and suffering. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mona Ibrahim a lump sum payment of $50,467.38 on September 5, 2018, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.