Daphne Dodson v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries (2019)

Daphne Dodson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that she suffered left shoulder injuries as a result of her September 13, 2016 influenza vaccination. The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) and that no other cause was identified.

The respondent also noted that the medical records demonstrated she suffered residual effects for more than six months, satisfying the legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 17, 2019, finding her entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on June 19, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of damages, which petitioner agreed to. The court awarded Daphne Dodson a total of $79,103.29, consisting of $75,000.00 for actual and projected pain and suffering and $4,103.29 for past unreimbursable expenses.

This award was made as a lump sum payment.