Linda Charlene Clifton v. HHS - Tdap, left shoulder bursitis, bicep tendinitis, and adhesive capsulitis (2025)

Linda Charlene Clifton filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that the Tdap vaccine she received on December 20, 2017, caused her to develop left shoulder bursitis, bicep tendinitis, and adhesive capsulitis, a condition known as Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA). The respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, agreeing that Ms.

Clifton had no prior history of shoulder issues, that her pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and that the onset of symptoms occurred within 48 hours of vaccination. The case proceeded as a Table injury claim, and entitlement was granted.

Subsequently, a decision was issued awarding Ms. Clifton a total of $116,240.64.

This award included $115,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,240.64 for past unreimbursable expenses, representing all elements of compensation available under the Act.