Emily Bruhl v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Emily Bruhl filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) caused by an influenza vaccine she received on September 1, 2017. The respondent conceded that her claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA, noting that she had no prior history of shoulder issues, experienced pain within 48 hours of vaccination, and her symptoms were limited to the injection site.

The respondent also confirmed that the case was timely filed, the vaccine was administered in the United States, and the injury had residual effects for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court found Emily Bruhl entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued on June 25, 2021. The parties agreed to a stipulated award of $57,500.00 for pain and suffering, to be paid as a lump sum to Emily Bruhl, who is a competent adult.