Justin Ryder v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2019)

Justin Ryder filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving the influenza vaccine on October 3, 2016. The respondent conceded that Ryder is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA and that he was entitled to a presumption of vaccine causation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on September 26, 2018, finding him entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on June 24, 2019, the parties filed a proffer on award of compensation.

The respondent proffered that Ryder should be awarded $90,745.55, comprising $90,000.00 for pain and suffering and $745.55 for unreimbursed expenses. Ryder, an adult, agreed with this proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ryder a lump sum payment of $90,745.55, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.