Rene Villa v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Rene Villa filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he received an influenza vaccine on October 12, 2018, and subsequently suffered a left-sided shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that Mr.

Villa had no prior history of shoulder issues, his pain began within 48 hours of the vaccination, and the symptoms were limited to the injection site. The case proceeded as a Table claim, with the respondent acknowledging that Mr.

Villa met all legal prerequisites for compensation. Following the concession of entitlement, the parties were unable to agree on damages.

A hearing was held on May 26, 2023, to resolve the dispute. Mr.

Villa sought $60,000.00 for pain and suffering, while the respondent recommended $32,500.00. The Special Master awarded Mr.

Villa a lump sum of $43,000.00 for his actual pain and suffering, representing compensation for all available damages.