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

Brad Bundesen filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered a left Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on November 3, 2017. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Bundesen was entitled to compensation, agreeing that he met the criteria for a Table injury. Specifically, the respondent noted that Mr.

Bundesen had no prior history of shoulder issues, his pain and reduced range of motion occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, his symptoms were limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition explained his symptoms. The case proceeded as a Table claim.

Subsequently, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Mr. Bundesen entitled to compensation.

A proffer on award of compensation was filed, indicating that Mr. Bundesen should be awarded a total of $52,981.25.

This amount consisted of $52,500.00 for pain and suffering and $481.25 for past unreimbursed expenses. Mr.

Bundesen agreed with this proffered award. The court issued a decision awarding Mr.

Bundesen a lump sum payment of $52,981.25.