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

Kathleen Mahardy filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on November 7, 2018, alleging she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on November 10, 2015. The respondent conceded entitlement, stating that her injury satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table, including no prior history of shoulder issues, pain and reduced range of motion occurring within 48 hours of vaccination, and symptoms limited to the vaccinated shoulder.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on October 30, 2019, finding her entitled to compensation. On December 4, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $127,021.91, consisting of $125,000.00 for pain and suffering and $2,021.91 for past unreimbursed expenses.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. Chief Special Master Corcoran issued a decision awarding Kathleen Mahardy a lump sum payment of $127,021.91 on January 7, 2020.