Roland O’Connor v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Roland O’Connor filed a petition for compensation on December 4, 2020, alleging that he suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on October 18, 2019. He stated that the vaccine was administered in the United States, his injuries persisted for more than six months, and he had not received prior compensation or filed other actions for this injury.

Respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, noting that Mr. O’Connor had no prior history of shoulder pain, his pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition explained the pain.

The respondent also agreed that the injury persisted for more than six months, satisfying all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 4, 2022, finding Mr.

O’Connor entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on May 6, 2022, Respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $77,500.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to.

Chief Special Master Corcoran issued a decision awarding Mr. O’Connor a lump sum payment of $77,500.00.