Jayson Clickner v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Jayson Clickner filed a petition on May 27, 2020, alleging he suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on February 5, 2019. Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding entitlement, finding that Mr.

Clickner met the criteria for a presumed SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, Respondent noted that Mr.

Clickner had no prior history of shoulder issues, his pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the shoulder of injection, and no other condition explained his symptoms. On August 16, 2021, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Mr.

Clickner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on September 23, 2021, Respondent filed a proffer proposing an award of $45,000.00 for pain and suffering and $812.02 for past unreimbursable expenses, totaling $45,812.02.

Mr. Clickner, identified as a competent adult, agreed with the proffered award.

On October 27, 2021, the Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr. Clickner the stipulated sum of $45,812.02.