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The public decision does not describe the specific mechanism of injury, expert testimony, or detailed clinical facts regarding the onset or symptoms of the SIRVA. A ruling on entitlement was issued on July 17, 2020, finding entitlement. On August 20, 2020, respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $61,373.62, comprising $60,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,373.62 for past out-of-pocket medical expenses, which the petitioner agreed to. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran issued a decision on September 21, 2020, awarding the proffered amount. Petitioner counsel was Maximillian J. Muller, and respondent counsel was Traci R. 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This amount comprised $60,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,373.62 for past out-of-pocket medical expenses. The respondent stated that Mr. Pearce agreed with this proffered award. Chief Special Master Corcoran issued a decision on September 21, 2020, awarding Mr. Pearce a lump sum payment of $61,373.62, consisting of $60,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,373.62 for actual unreimbursable expenses, payable by check to Mr. Pearce. Petitioner counsel was Maximillian J. Muller of Muller Brazil, LLP, and respondent counsel was Traci R. Patton of the U.S. Department of Justice.","is_minor_inferred":0,"is_pediatric_broad":0,"special_master":"Brian H. Corcoran","petitioner_identifier_original":null,"caption_petitioner_name":"Russell Pearce","petitioner_attorney_name":"Maximillian J. 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