Arlyn Halpern v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Arlyn Halpern filed a petition for compensation on May 7, 2021, alleging that she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine received on October 12, 2018. The respondent conceded that her claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA, agreeing that she had no prior shoulder issues, experienced pain within forty-eight hours of vaccination, and that her symptoms were limited to the affected shoulder.

The respondent also confirmed the case was timely filed, the vaccine was received in the United States, and the injury met the statutory severity requirement of lasting more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court found Arlyn Halpern entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on June 9, 2021, a decision awarding damages was issued. The respondent had filed a proffer indicating an award of $65,000.00, which Arlyn Halpern agreed to.

The court awarded her a lump sum payment of $65,000.00 for pain and suffering, representing compensation for all available damages.