Brenda Lindsey v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Brenda Lindsey filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on December 2, 2020, alleging she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) from an influenza vaccine received on December 29, 2018. She stated the vaccine was administered in the United States, she suffered residual effects for more than six months, and had not filed a civil action.

The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that she had no prior shoulder issues, her pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent also agreed she met the six-month residual effects requirement and all other legal prerequisites.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on November 23, 2022, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on November 30, 2022, the respondent filed a proffer agreeing to an award of $77,500.00 for all damages, including pain and suffering, which the petitioner accepted.

On January 10, 2023, the court awarded Brenda Lindsey a lump sum payment of $77,500.00.