Jennifer Wood v. HHS - Tdap, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Jennifer Wood filed a petition for compensation on November 8, 2018, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of a Tdap vaccine she received on January 23, 2017. Her symptoms began within 48 hours of vaccination and lasted for more than six months.

Respondent conceded that her alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined on the Vaccine Injury Table and that she suffered residual effects for more than six months. A ruling on entitlement was issued on October 26, 2020, finding her entitled to compensation.

On February 23, 2021, Respondent filed a proffer agreeing to an award of $50,531.00, comprised of $50,000.00 for pain and suffering and $531.00 for past unreimbursed medical expenses. Petitioner, a competent adult, agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Jennifer Wood $50,531.00.