Susan Mogavero v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2020)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Susan Mogavero filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on August 13, 2018, alleging she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine received on September 23, 2016. The respondent conceded that the alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA caused by the flu vaccine and that there were no other identified causes.
The respondent also agreed that the petitioner met the statutory requirements by suffering the condition for more than six months. On June 9, 2020, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Ms.
Mogavero entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on September 16, 2020, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $110,451.33, comprising $110,000.00 for pain and suffering and $451.33 for past out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Ms. Mogavero, a competent adult, agreed with the proffered award.
The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the lump sum payment of $110,451.33.