Wesley Greene v. HHS - Tdap, left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Wesley Greene filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging he suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of a Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine he received on May 7, 2018. The respondent conceded that Greene's claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA, noting that his prior shoulder injury had resolved and that he experienced pain and reduced range of motion limited to the injection site within 48 hours of vaccination.

The respondent also confirmed the case was timely filed, the vaccine was administered in the United States, the injury lasted at least six months, and no prior action or compensation had been received. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found Greene entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, the parties agreed to a damages award. The court awarded Greene a lump sum of $55,000.00 for pain and suffering.