Ronald Beckman v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2019)

Ronald Beckman filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on September 18, 2017, alleging he suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination received on September 19, 2014. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Beckman's claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA, noting that he had no prior history of shoulder issues, experienced pain within 48 hours of vaccination, and the pain was limited to the injected shoulder. The respondent also confirmed the case was timely filed, the vaccine was received in the United States, and Mr.

Beckman suffered residual effects for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, entitlement to compensation was granted.

Subsequently, on August 21, 2019, a decision awarding damages was issued. The parties stipulated to an award of $75,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act, which was paid as a lump sum to Mr.

Beckman, a competent adult.