Jacqueline Staggers v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2020)

Jacqueline Staggers filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a left Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccine on October 5, 2015. The respondent conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, agreeing that her injury was consistent with a SIRVA as defined on the Vaccine Injury Table.

The respondent noted that Ms. Staggers had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain and reduced range of motion occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and her symptoms were limited to the vaccinated shoulder.

Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court found Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties submitted a proffer for an award of compensation.

The respondent proposed an award of $161,967.55, which included $160,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,967.55 for past lost wages. Petitioner agreed with this proffered award.

The court accepted the proffer and awarded Ms. Staggers a lump sum payment of $161,967.55.