Ashley Scott v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2018)

Ashley Scott filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccine on October 15, 2016. The respondent conceded that petitioner's claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA and satisfied the statutory severity requirement because she suffered residual effects for more than six months.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 9, 2018, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on May 24, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $88,388.40, which included $87,500.00 for pain and suffering and $888.40 for past unreimbursable medical expenses.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding damages on September 5, 2018, granting a lump sum payment of $88,388.40 to Ashley Scott for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.