Amanda McCartney v. HHS - Tdap, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Amanda McCartney 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 a tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine administered on July 17, 2019. The petition was filed on December 7, 2020.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, as her claim meets the Table criteria for a SIRVA. On March 21, 2022, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on July 22, 2022, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation. The proffer indicated that Petitioner should be awarded $78,352.13, comprised of $75,000.00 for pain and suffering, $798.94 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $2,553.19 for lost wages.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner the lump sum of $78,352.13.