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

Christine Kasulis filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine she received on October 29, 2019. She stated that the vaccine was administered in the United States, she suffered residual effects for more than six months, and no lawsuits had been filed.

Respondent conceded that Petitioner was entitled to compensation, determining that her SIRVA met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and its accompanying aids to interpretation. The ruling on entitlement was issued on April 12, 2023, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on October 26, 2023, Respondent filed a Proffer on award of compensation, indicating that Petitioner should be awarded $63,388.70. Petitioner agreed with this proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages on November 27, 2023, awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $63,388.70, which included $55,000.00 for past pain and suffering, $211.07 for out-of-pocket expenses, and $8,177.63 for past lost wages.