Amy Hansen v. HHS - Influenza, right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2020)

Amy Hansen filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine received on November 1, 2016. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Hansen was entitled to compensation, agreeing that she met the criteria for SIRVA under the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, the respondent noted that Ms.

Hansen had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain and reduced range of motion began within 48 hours of the vaccination, her symptoms were confined to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition could explain her symptoms. A ruling on entitlement was issued on January 15, 2020, finding Ms.

Hansen entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on June 11, 2020, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $63,518.95.

This amount included $60,000.00 for pain and suffering, with projected pain and suffering reduced to net present value, and $3,518.95 for past unreimbursable expenses. Ms.

Hansen agreed with the proffered award. On July 14, 2020, the Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms.

Hansen a lump sum payment of $63,518.95.