Kevin Reilley v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Kevin Reilley filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 31, 2018. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Reilley was entitled to compensation, agreeing that he had satisfied all legal prerequisites for an award under the Act. The respondent further agreed that damages should be limited to Mr.

Reilley's left-sided SIRVA and its related sequelae. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the Chief Special Master issued a ruling on entitlement, finding Mr.

Reilley entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties submitted a proffer on the award of compensation.

The respondent proffered that Mr. Reilley should be awarded $58,366.13, comprising $57,500.00 for pain and suffering and $866.13 for unreimbursed medical expenses.

Mr. Reilley agreed with this proffered award.

The Chief Special Master accepted the proffer and awarded Mr. Reilley a lump sum payment of $58,366.13.