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

Shannon Pyers filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on September 29, 2018. She stated the vaccination occurred in the United States, that she experienced residual effects for more than six months, and that no civil action or prior compensation had been sought.

Respondent denied that Ms. Pyers sustained a SIRVA Table injury or that the flu vaccine caused her condition.

Despite these differing positions, the parties filed a joint stipulation agreeing to settle the case and award compensation. The court adopted the stipulation, awarding Ms.

Pyers a lump sum of $50,000.00 for pain and suffering and past unreimbursable medical expenses. This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.

The case proceeded as a Table claim, and the parties agreed to further proceedings for attorneys' fees and costs.