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

Michelle Brassington filed a petition for compensation on November 21, 2018, alleging she suffered a left Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on September 21, 2017. The respondent conceded entitlement, noting that Ms.

Brassington had no prior history of shoulder issues, that her symptoms began within 48 hours of vaccination, and that the symptoms were limited to the affected shoulder. The respondent also confirmed the case was timely filed, the vaccine was administered in the U.S., and the injury met the statutory severity requirement.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on December 12, 2019, finding Ms. Brassington entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on March 31, 2020, the respondent proffered an award of $48,290.77, comprising $47,500.00 for pain and suffering and $790.77 for unreimbursed medical expenses. Ms.

Brassington agreed with this award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the proffered sum on May 1, 2020.

The petitioner is a competent adult.