Barbara Hill v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (2021)

Barbara Hill filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine she received on October 14, 2016. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Hill was entitled to compensation, agreeing that her condition met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation for SIRVA. Specifically, the respondent noted that Ms.

Hill had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain and reduced range of motion occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, her symptoms were limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition explained her symptoms. Following the ruling on entitlement, the parties stipulated to an award.

The respondent proffered an award of $90,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Ms. Hill accepted.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms. Hill a lump sum payment of $90,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.