Geraldine Mavin v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2025)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Geraldine Mavin filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine she received on October 12, 2018. The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that Ms.
Mavin met the criteria for a Table Injury. The case proceeded to a damages determination because the parties could not agree on the compensation amount.
Ms. Mavin sought $185,000.00 for pain and suffering, while the respondent argued for $120,000.00.
The medical records indicate that Ms. Mavin experienced right shoulder pain within 48 hours of vaccination, leading to multiple doctor visits, two shoulder surgeries, and numerous physical therapy sessions over approximately 1.5 years.
After considering the severity and duration of her injury, comparing it to prior SIRVA cases, and noting that her treatment course was less prolonged than some comparable cases, the Chief Special Master awarded Ms. Mavin $175,000.00 for actual pain and suffering.
This award represents compensation for all damages available under Section 15(a) of the Vaccine Act.