Vicky Schultz v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Vicky Schultz filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on October 27, 2019. The respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, stating that Ms.

Schultz had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain began within 48 hours of the vaccination, and the pain was localized to the injection site. The respondent also noted that no other condition could explain her symptoms and that she suffered residual effects for more than six months.

Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court found Ms. Schultz entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued on April 8, 2024. The respondent proffered an award of $91,360.75, which included $90,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,360.75 for past lost wages.

Ms. Schultz agreed with this proffered award.

The court awarded Ms. Schultz a lump sum payment of $91,360.75, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act.