Sherri Cheek v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2020)

Sherri Cheek filed a petition on May 16, 2019, alleging she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on November 2, 2017. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Cheek's medical course was consistent with SIRVA, a Table injury, noting she had no prior history of left shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent also agreed that her condition had residual effects for more than six months, satisfying the legal prerequisites for compensation.

On September 14, 2020, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Ms. Cheek entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on October 20, 2020, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer. Ms.

Cheek was awarded a total of $87,117.72, comprising $85,000.00 for pain and suffering and $2,117.72 for past unreimbursable expenses.