Jeffrey Horning v. HHS - Tdap, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") and "brain fog" (2022)

Jeffrey Horning filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on February 20, 2020, alleging he suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) and brain fog caused by a Tdap vaccine administered on June 27, 2017. The petition stated the vaccine was administered in the United States, the injury had residual effects for over six months, and there was no prior award or settlement.

Respondent denied that the Tdap vaccine caused the alleged injuries, including SIRVA, which is a Table injury. The parties filed a joint stipulation on February 1, 2022, agreeing to settle the case.

Pursuant to the stipulation, Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran awarded Jeffrey Horning $15,000.00 as a lump sum payment and $2,500.00 to reimburse a Medicaid lien.

This compensation covers all damages available under Section 15(a) of the Vaccine Act. Petitioner was represented by Leah VaSahnja Durant of the Law Offices of Leah V.

Durant, PLLC, and Respondent was represented by Alexis B. Babcock of the U.S.

Department of Justice. The decision was issued on March 4, 2022.