Natalie Sternal v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Natalie Sternal filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of her October 5, 2017 influenza vaccination. The case was filed on August 5, 2019.

Respondent conceded that Petitioner was entitled to compensation, stating that her alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA of the left arm and met the requirements of a Table injury claim. Respondent also indicated that no other causes for the injury were identified and that the sequelae lasted more than six months.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on December 30, 2020, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on January 27, 2021, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $144,077.80, which included $140,000.00 for pain and suffering and $4,077.80 for unreimbursed medical expenses.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding damages on March 4, 2021, granting a lump sum payment of $144,077.80 to Natalie Sternal.