Janice Berkow v. HHS - Influenza, neurological symptoms, to include left shoulder neuritis (2018)

Petitioner Janice Berkow filed a petition on October 23, 2017, seeking compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. She alleged that she developed neurological symptoms, specifically left shoulder neuritis, as a result of receiving an influenza vaccine on August 19, 2016.

The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, denied that the flu vaccine caused Ms. Berkow's alleged injuries.

Despite maintaining their respective positions, both parties agreed to settle the case and entered into a stipulation on December 13, 2018. Based on this stipulation, Special Master Katherine E.

Oler issued a decision awarding Ms. Berkow compensation.

The award included a lump sum of $35,000.00, intended to cover all damages available under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. The decision was finalized on December 14, 2018.

Petitioner was represented by Maximillian Muller of Muller Brazil, LLP, and the respondent was represented by Jay All of the U.S. Department of Justice.