VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01840 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01840 Petitioner: Nubia Rivera Filed: 2020-12-14 Decided: 2024-04-18 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2019-12-30 Condition: shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 32000 AI-assisted case summary: Nubia Rivera filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on December 14, 2020, alleging she developed a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccination on December 30, 2019. The petition stated the vaccine was administered in the United States, her symptoms persisted for more than six months, and no prior action or compensation had been sought for this injury. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, denied that Ms. Rivera sustained a Table SIRVA injury, denied that the vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury or any other injury, and denied that her current condition was a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. Despite these denials, the parties reached a joint stipulation for settlement. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran adopted the stipulation as the decision of the court. Pursuant to the stipulation, Ms. Rivera was awarded a lump sum of $32,000.00, payable to her, as compensation for all damages. This amount represents a compromise of the parties' respective positions on liability and damages. The decision was filed on April 18, 2024. Petitioner's counsel was Paul R. Brazil of Muller Brazil, LLP. Respondent's counsel was Mary Eileen Holmes of the U.S. Department of Justice. Theory of causation field: Petitioner Nubia Rivera alleged a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on December 30, 2019. Respondent denied a Table SIRVA injury and causation. The parties reached a joint stipulation for settlement, agreeing to an award of $32,000.00. The public decision does not describe the specific mechanism of injury, expert testimony, or detailed clinical facts. The award represents a compromise of liability and damages. The decision was issued by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran on April 18, 2024. Petitioner was represented by Paul R. Brazil, and Respondent by Mary Eileen Holmes. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01840-0 Date issued/filed: 2024-04-18 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 03/18/2024) regarding 43 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer. Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (tlf) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1840V NUBIA RIVERA, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: March 18, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Paul R. Brazil, Muller Brazil, LLP, Dresher, PA, for Petitioner. Mary Eileen Holmes, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On December 14, 2020, Nubia Rivera filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleges that she developed shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving the influenza (“flu”) vaccination on December 30, 2019. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed at March 18, 2024, ¶¶ 1-2. Petitioner further alleges that the vaccine was administered within the United States, her symptoms persisted for more than six months, and neither she, nor any other party, has ever filed any action or received compensation in the form of an award or settlement for Petitioner’s vaccine- related injury. Petition at 1-2; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a Table SIRVA injury; denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 2 of 7 Nevertheless, on March 18, 2024, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation3, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $32,000.00 in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, the Clerk of Court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this decision.4 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 The “Vinesign” signature verification page has been omitted from the Stipulation. 4 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 3 of 7 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS NUBIA RIVERA, Petitioner, No.20-1840V Chief Special Master Corcoran v. ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: 1. OnDecember 14, 2020,Nubia Rivera(“petitioner”) filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10 to -34 (the “Vaccine Program”). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner’s receipt of an influenza (“flu”)vaccine, which vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the “Table”), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3(a). 2. Petitionerreceived thefluvaccineonDecember 30, 2019. 3. The vaccinewas administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered from ashoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) as a result of receiving the fluvaccine. Petitioner alleges that she experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages as a result of hercondition. 1 Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a Table SIRVAinjury; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner’s alleged shoulder injury,orany other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry of judgment reflecting a decision consistent with the terms of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(1), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $32,000.00 in the form of a check payable to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry of judgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(1), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. 10. Petitioner and herattorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 5 of 7 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorneys’ fees and litigation costs, and past unreimbursed expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. §300aa-15(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. §300aa-15(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payment described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity, and on behalf of herheirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions or causes of action (including agreements, judgments, claims, damages, loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300 aa-10 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or alleged to have resulted from thefluvaccination administered on December 30, 2019, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about December 14, 2020,in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 20-1840V. 14. If petitionershould die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 6 of 7 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation or ifthe Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation, then the parties’ settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this Stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties’ respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; that the fluvaccine caused any other injury; or that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner’s heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION / / / / / / / / 4 Case 1:20-vv-01840-UNJ Document 47 Filed 04/18/24 Page 7 of 7 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: NUBIARNERA ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE AITORNEY GENERAL: ~ ~A~~~ 715 Twining Ro~ Suite 208 Deputy Director Dresher, PA 19025 Torts Branch Tel: (215) 885-1655 Civil Division paul@myvaccinelawyer.com U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OFTBESECRETARYOFHEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey S. lltgbly,,_11 ,,..,.,.s.._-s Beach -S °"""202 - IC.I-- for CDR GEORGE REED GRlMES, MD, MPH Director, Division of Injury Trial Atto y Compensation Programs Torts Branch, Civil Division Health Systems Bureau U.S. Department ofJ ustice Health Resources and Services P.O. Box 146 Administration Benjamin Franklin Station U.S. Department of Health Washington, DC 20044.0146 and Human Services Tel: (202) 6l6•5022 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A Mary.E.Holmes@usdoj.gov Rockville, MD 20857 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01840-cl-extra-10735579 Date issued/filed: 2024-04-18 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10268989 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1840V NUBIA RIVERA, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: March 18, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Paul R. Brazil, Muller Brazil, LLP, Dresher, PA, for Petitioner. Mary Eileen Holmes, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On December 14, 2020, Nubia Rivera filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleges that she developed shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving the influenza (“flu”) vaccination on December 30, 2019. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed at March 18, 2024, ¶¶ 1-2. Petitioner further alleges that the vaccine was administered within the United States, her symptoms persisted for more than six months, and neither she, nor any other party, has ever filed any action or received compensation in the form of an award or settlement for Petitioner’s vaccine- related injury. Petition at 1-2; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a Table SIRVA injury; denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Nevertheless, on March 18, 2024, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation3, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $32,000.00 in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, the Clerk of Court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this decision.4 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 The “Vinesign” signature verification page has been omitted from the Stipulation. 4 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS NUBIA RIVERA, Petitioner, No. 20-1840V Chief Special Master Corcoran v. ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: 1. On December 14, 2020, Nubia Rivera (“petitioner”) filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10 to -34 (the “Vaccine Program”). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner’s receipt of an influenza (“flu”) vaccine, which vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the “Table”), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccine on December 30, 2019. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered from a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) as a result of receiving the flu vaccine. Petitioner alleges that she experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages as a result of her condition. 1 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a Table SIRVA injury; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry of judgment reflecting a decision consistent with the terms of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(1), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $32,000.00 in the form of a check payable to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry of judgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(1), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. 10. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorneys’ fees and litigation costs, and past unreimbursed expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. §300aa-15(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payment described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity, and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions or causes of action (including agreements, judgments, claims, damages, loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300 aa-10 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or alleged to have resulted from the flu vaccination administered on December 30, 2019, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about December 14, 2020, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 20-1840V. 14. If petitioner should die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation, then the parties’ settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this Stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties’ respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; that the flu vaccine caused any other injury; or that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner’s heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION / / / / / / / / 4 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: NUBIARNERA ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE AITORNEY GENERAL: ~ 715 Twining Ro~ Suite 208 ~A~~~ Deputy Director Dresher, PA 19025 Torts Branch Tel: (215) 885-1655 Civil Division paul@myvaccinelawyer.com U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OFTBESECRETARYOFHEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey S. lltgbly,,_11,,..,.,.s.._-s Beach -S °"""202- IC.I- - for CDR GEORGE REED GRlMES, MD, MPH Director, Division of Injury Trial Atto y Compensation Programs Torts Branch, Civil Division Health Systems Bureau U.S. Department ofJustice Health Resources and Services P.O. Box 146 Administration Benjamin Franklin Station U.S. Department of Health Washington, DC 20044.0146 and Human Services Tel: (202) 6l6•5022 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A Mary.E.Holmes@usdoj.gov Rockville, MD 20857 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01840-cl-extra-10733794 Date issued/filed: 2024-11-06 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10267204 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1840V NUBIA RIVERA, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, v. Filed: October 7, 2024 SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Paul R. Brazil, Muller Brazil, LLP, Dresher, PA, for Petitioner. Mary Eileen Holmes, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On December 14, 2020, Nubia Rivera filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq. 2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleged that she developed shoulder injury related to vaccine administration after receiving the influenza vaccination on December 30, 2019. Petition, ECF No. 1. On March 18, 2024, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the parties’ stipulation. ECF No. 43. 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other inf ormation, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If , upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material f rom public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section ref erences to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Petitioner has now filed a motion for attorney’s fees and costs, requesting an award of $17,920.62 (representing $16,361.00 in fees plus $1,559.62 in costs). Application for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed June 21, 2024, ECF No. 48. Furthermore, counsel for Petitioner represents that Petitioner incurred no personal out-of-pocket expenses. Id. at 2. Respondent reacted to the motion on June 26, 2024, indicating that he is satisfied the statutory requirements for an award of attorneys’ fees and costs are met in this case but deferring resolution of the amount to be awarded to my discretion. Motion at 2-3, ECF No. 49. Petitioner did not file a reply thereafter. I have reviewed the billing records submitted with Petitioner’s request. In my experience, the request appears reasonable, and I find no cause to reduce the requested hours or rates. Furthermore, Petitioner has provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. Motion at 20-35. Respondent offered no specific objection to the rates or amounts sought. I find the requested costs reasonable and hereby award them in full. The Vaccine Act permits an award of reasonable attorney’s fees and costs for successful claimants. Section 15(e). Accordingly, I hereby GRANT Petitioner’s Motion for attorney’s fees and costs. I award a total of $17,920.62 (representing $16,361.00 in fees plus $1,559.62 in costs) as a lump sum in the form of a check jointly payable to Petitioner and Petitioner’s counsel, Paul R. Brazil. In the absence of a timely-filed motion for review (see Appendix B to the Rules of the Court), the Clerk of Court shall enter judgment in accordance with this decision. 3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), the parties may expedite entry of judgment by f iling a joint notice renouncing their right to seek review. 2