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

Antoinette Norris filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 17, 2018. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner was entitled to compensation, concluding that she satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 15, 2021, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on May 24, 2021, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating Petitioner should be awarded $55,694.82, comprised of $55,000.00 for pain and suffering and $694.82 for out-of-pocket expenses. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $55,694.82, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.