Julia Marino v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Julia Marino filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 25, 2019. The respondent conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, agreeing that she satisfied the criteria for a SIRVA as set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 4, 2022, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on July 8, 2022, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating that Petitioner should be awarded $109,490.86.

This amount was comprised of $107,500.00 for pain and suffering and $1,990.86 for unreimbursed medical expenses. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master accepted the proffer and awarded Petitioner the lump sum of $109,490.86, representing compensation for all damages available under Section 15(a) of the Vaccine Act.