Kathy Wimmler v. HHS - Influenza, right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Kathy Wimmler filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving the influenza vaccine on October 11, 2017. She alleged that she received the vaccine in the United States, suffered residual effects for more than six months, and had not received other compensation or filed a civil action.

The respondent conceded that her claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA and that she was entitled to compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 2, 2021.

Subsequently, on August 25, 2021, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, agreeing to an award of $47,500.00 for pain and suffering. Petitioner agreed with this proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Kathy Wimmler a lump sum payment of $47,500.00 for pain and suffering.