Michelle Celentano v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Michelle Celentano filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) resulting from an influenza vaccine received on September 28, 2018. The respondent conceded that Petitioner met the criteria for a Table injury, including the onset of shoulder pain within forty-eight hours after vaccination, pain and reduced range of motion limited to the injected shoulder, and no apparent alternative cause.

The respondent further agreed that Petitioner had experienced residual effects for more than six months and satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, the parties reached a stipulation for damages. The court awarded Michelle Celentano a lump sum payment of $52,152.14, which included $50,000.00 for pain and suffering and $2,152.14 for past unreimbursable expenses.

This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Act.