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

Edward Taylor filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of a Tetanus-diphtheria-acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine administered on March 20, 2018. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Taylor is entitled to compensation, as his claim met the criteria for a presumed SIRVA under the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, he had no prior shoulder issues, his pain occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, and the symptoms were limited to the injection site.

The respondent also confirmed that the six-month sequela requirement was satisfied. Based on the concession and the evidence, the court found Mr.

Taylor entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties reached a stipulation for damages.

The respondent proffered an award of $45,250.00, which included $45,000.00 for pain and suffering and $250.00 for past unreimbursed medical expenses. Mr.

Taylor agreed to this award. The court issued a decision awarding this amount as a lump sum payment to Mr.

Taylor.