Lindsey Miller v. HHS - Influenza, left Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2020)

Lindsey Miller filed a petition for compensation on October 31, 2018, alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) in her left shoulder within two days of receiving an influenza vaccine on January 15, 2018. This was considered a Table injury.

Respondent conceded entitlement, stating that Miller had no prior history of shoulder issues, developed pain and reduced range of motion in the vaccinated shoulder within 48 hours of injection, and that no other condition could explain her symptoms. The case was timely filed, the vaccine was received in the United States, and the injury had residual effects for more than six months.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 20, 2020, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on May 26, 2020, a decision awarding damages was issued.

Respondent proffered an award of $60,810.00, which included $60,000.00 for pain and suffering and $810.00 for unreimbursed expenses, and Petitioner agreed to this amount. The court awarded Lindsey Miller a lump sum payment of $60,810.00.