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The case was decided based on this concession, and no specific medical experts or detailed causation theories beyond the Table designation were presented in the public text. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran ruled on entitlement on February 5, 2021, and awarded $72,500.00 for pain and suffering on July 12, 2021, as a lump sum payment to the petitioner. Petitioner was represented by Paul R. Brazil, and respondent by Julia Marter Collison.","is_death":0,"date_of_death":null,"petition_filed_date":"2021-02-05","case_summary":"Michael Postlewait filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on August 22, 2019, alleging he suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on September 16, 2018. He alleged that he received the vaccination in the United States, suffered residual effects for more than six months, and had not filed a civil action or received other compensation for his injury. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit. On February 4, 2021, the respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Mr. Postlewait met the criteria for a Table SIRVA and was entitled to compensation. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran issued a Ruling on Entitlement on February 5, 2021, finding Mr. Postlewait entitled to compensation based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record. Subsequently, on May 27, 2021, the respondent filed a Proffer on Award of Compensation, recommending an award of $72,500.00 for pain and suffering, to which Mr. Postlewait agreed. Chief Special Master Corcoran issued a Decision Awarding Damages on July 12, 2021, awarding Mr. Postlewait a lump sum payment of $72,500.00 for pain and suffering, representing compensation for all damages available under Section 15(a). The award was to be paid via a check to Mr. Postlewait. Petitioner was represented by Paul R. 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