Heather Snyder v. HHS - Influenza, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) (2020)

Heather Snyder filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in her right shoulder as a result of receiving an influenza vaccination on October 20, 2016. The respondent conceded that her CRPS was more likely than not caused by the vaccination.

The respondent also confirmed that the case was timely filed, the vaccine was on the Vaccine Injury Table, received in the United States, and the injury effects lasted more than six months. The petition also stated no civil action had been pursued.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on February 8, 2019, finding Ms. Snyder entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on December 6, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $115,000.00, which Ms. Snyder agreed to.

The court awarded Ms. Snyder a lump sum payment of $115,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the program.