Samantha McNair v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Samantha McNair filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a left shoulder injury as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 20, 2017. The respondent conceded that McNair was entitled to compensation, stating that she had no prior shoulder issues, the pain began within 48 hours of the vaccination, was limited to the shoulder where the vaccine was given, and no other condition explained the symptoms.

The injury was identified as Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA), which is a Table injury. A ruling on entitlement was issued on January 11, 2022, finding McNair entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on February 10, 2022, the respondent filed a proffer agreeing to an award of $64,805.06, which included $62,500.00 for pain and suffering and $2,305.06 for past unreimbursable expenses. McNair, an adult, agreed with this proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the stipulated amount on March 16, 2022.