Sara Bokobza v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2019)

Sara Bokobza filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on January 17, 2018, alleging she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination received on January 26, 2015. Respondent conceded that petitioner had no history of prior shoulder issues, that her pain occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, and that no other condition explained her pain.

Respondent further agreed that petitioner suffered residual effects for more than six months and met all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on May 17, 2019, finding petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on June 10, 2019, respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $47,500.00 for all damages, which petitioner agreed to. The Chief Special Master awarded Sara Bokobza a lump sum payment of $47,500.00 for pain and suffering on August 29, 2019.