Thomas Tallett v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Thomas Tallett filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of receiving the influenza vaccine on September 26, 2018. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Tallett was entitled to compensation, agreeing that he suffered a SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, the respondent noted that Mr.

Tallett had no prior history of shoulder issues, his pain began within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent further agreed that the condition's residual effects lasted more than six months.

Based on this concession, the Chief Special Master ruled that Mr. Tallett was entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, the parties reached a stipulation for damages. Mr.

Tallett, an adult, was awarded a lump sum payment of $45,000.00 for pain and suffering.