Beverly Hathcock v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Beverly Hathcock, an adult, received an influenza vaccine on September 13, 2018. Within hours, she developed a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA).

The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that her condition met the criteria of the Vaccine Injury Table. The case proceeded to a damages decision, where the parties disputed the duration and extent of Ms.

Hathcock's injury and associated damages. Ms.

Hathcock underwent significant treatment, including physical therapy, pain medication, steroid injections, and one surgery, for her shoulder pain and limited range of motion, which persisted for approximately 11 months. The court found that her subsequent medical issues and a second surgery were more likely related to an intervening fall and pre-existing degenerative conditions rather than the vaccine.

The court awarded Ms. Hathcock's estate $142,297.75, comprising $140,000.00 for past pain and suffering, $1,385.65 for past lost wages, and $912.10 for past unreimbursable medical expenses.

Ms. Hathcock passed away from unrelated causes before the final damages award.