VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963 Petitioner: Ann Swales Filed: 2020-12-23 Decided: 2024-08-06 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2019-10-22 Condition: shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 158935 AI-assisted case summary: Ann Swales filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on December 23, 2020, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccination on October 22, 2019. Ms. Swales stated she had no prior history of shoulder pain, inflammation, or dysfunction, that pain began within 48 hours of the vaccination, and that she experienced residual effects for over six months. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report on May 6, 2024, conceding that Ms. Swales was entitled to compensation. The respondent indicated that, based on the record, Ms. Swales had satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation under the Act for a SIRVA Table injury. On May 31, 2024, Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran issued a ruling on entitlement, finding Ms. Swales entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on June 7, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on the award of compensation, proposing an award of $158,935.17. This amount included $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $7,573.44 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,861.73 for past lost wages. Ms. Swales agreed with the proffered award. On August 6, 2024, Chief Special Master Corcoran issued a decision awarding Ms. Swales a lump sum payment of $158,935.17, payable by check to Ms. Swales, representing compensation for all damages available under Section 15(a) of the Vaccine Act. Petitioner counsel was Jessica A. Olins of Maglio Christopher & Toale, and respondent counsel was Margaret Armstrong of the U.S. Department of Justice. The public decision does not describe the specific onset of symptoms, medical tests, treatments, or the mechanism of injury. Theory of causation field: Petitioner Ann Swales alleged a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on October 22, 2019. The respondent conceded entitlement, finding that the petitioner met all legal prerequisites for a SIRVA Table injury. The public text does not detail the specific mechanism of injury, expert testimony, or competing medical theories. The parties stipulated to an award of $158,935.17, consisting of $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $7,573.44 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,861.73 for past lost wages. This award was made as a lump sum payment to the petitioner. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran issued the ruling on entitlement on May 31, 2024, and the final decision awarding damages on August 6, 2024. Petitioner was represented by Jessica A. Olins, and respondent was represented by Margaret Armstrong. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963-0 Date issued/filed: 2024-07-03 Pages: 2 Docket text: PUBLIC ORDER/RULING (Originally filed: 05/31/2024) regarding 47 Ruling on Entitlement Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:20-vv-01963-UNJ Document 51 Filed 07/03/24 Page 1 of 2 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1963V ANN SWALES, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: May 31, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Jessica A. Olins, Maglio Christopher & Toale, Seattle, WA, for Petitioner. Margaret Armstrong, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. RULING ON ENTITLEMENT1 On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales 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 suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccination on October 22, 2019. Petition at 2. Petitioner further alleges she had no history of pain, inflammation, or dysfunction in her left shoulder prior to vaccination, that pain offered within forty-eight hours after vaccination, and that she has suffered the residual effects of her condition for more than six months].The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. 1 Because this Ruling 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 Ruling 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-01963-UNJ Document 51 Filed 07/03/24 Page 2 of 2 On May 6, 2024, Respondent filed his Rule 4(c) report in which he concedes that Petitioner is entitled to compensation in this case. Respondent’s Rule 4(c) Report at 1. Specifically, Respondent has indicated that, based on the record as it now stands, petitioner has satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation under the Act. Id. at 10. In view of Respondent’s position and the evidence of record, I find that Petitioner is entitled to compensation. IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 2 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963-cl-extra-10734842 Date issued/filed: 2024-07-03 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10268252 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1963V ANN SWALES, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: May 31, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Jessica A. Olins, Maglio Christopher & Toale, Seattle, WA, for Petitioner. Margaret Armstrong, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. RULING ON ENTITLEMENT1 On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales 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 suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccination on October 22, 2019. Petition at 2. Petitioner further alleges she had no history of pain, inflammation, or dysfunction in her left shoulder prior to vaccination, that pain offered within forty-eight hours after vaccination, and that she has suffered the residual effects of her condition for more than six months].The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. 1 Because this Ruling 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 Ruling 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). On May 6, 2024, Respondent filed his Rule 4(c) report in which he concedes that Petitioner is entitled to compensation in this case. Respondent’s Rule 4(c) Report at 1. Specifically, Respondent has indicated that, based on the record as it now stands, petitioner has satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation under the Act. Id. at 10. In view of Respondent’s position and the evidence of record, I find that Petitioner is entitled to compensation. IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 2 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963-1 Date issued/filed: 2024-08-06 Pages: 5 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 07/03/2024) regarding 52 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:20-vv-01963-UNJ Document 58 Filed 08/06/24 Page 1 of 5 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1963V ANN SWALES, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: July 3, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Jessica A. Olins, Maglio Christopher & Toale, Seattle, WA, for Petitioner. Margaret Armstrong, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION AWARDING DAMAGES1 On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales 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 suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccination on October 22, 2019. Petition at 1. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. On May 31, 2024, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation for her SIRVA. On June 7, 2024, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation (“Proffer”) indicating Petitioner should be awarded $158,935.17, representing $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $7,573.44 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,861.73 for past lost wages. Proffer at 1-2. In the Proffer, Respondent 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-01963-UNJ Document 58 Filed 08/06/24 Page 2 of 5 represented that Petitioner agrees with the proffered award. Id. Based on the record as a whole, I find that Petitioner is entitled to an award as stated in the Proffer. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Proffer, I award Petitioner a lump sum payment of $158,935.17 (representing $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $7,573.44 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,861.73 for past lost wages) in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under Section 15(a). The Clerk of Court is directed to 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), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 Case 1:20-vv-01963-UNJ Document 58 Filed 08/06/24 Page 3 of 5 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS ANN SWALES, Petitioner, No. 20-1963V v. Chief Special Master Corcoran ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. RESPONDENT’S PROFFER ON AWARD OF COMPENSATION On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales (“petitioner”) filed a petition for compensation under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-1 to -34 (“Vaccine Act” or “Act”), alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (“SIRVA”), as defined in the Vaccine Injury Table, following administration of an influenza vaccine she received on October 22, 2019. Petition at 2. On May 6, 2024, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (“respondent”) filed a Rule 4(c) Report indicating that this case is appropriate for compensation under the terms of the Act for a SIRVA Table injury, and on May 31, 2024, the Chief Special Master issued a Ruling on Entitlement finding petitioner entitled to compensation. ECF No. 46; ECF No. 47. I. Items of Compensation A. Pain and Suffering Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded $142,500.00 in pain and suffering. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(4). Petitioner agrees. Case 1:20-vv-01963-UNJ Document 58 Filed 08/06/24 Page 4 of 5 B. Past Unreimbursable Expenses Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past unreimbursable expenses related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past unreimbursable expenses in the amount of $7,573.44. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- 15(a)(1)(B). Petitioner agrees. C. Lost Wages Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past lost wages related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past lost wages in the amount of $8,861.73. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(3)(A). Petitioner agrees. These amounts represent all elements of compensation to which petitioner is entitled under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). Petitioner agrees. II. Form of the Award Petitioner is a competent adult. Evidence of guardianship is not required in this case. Respondent recommends that the compensation provided to petitioner should be made through a lump sum payment as described below and requests that the Chief Special Master’s decision and the Court’s judgment award the following1: a lump sum payment of $158,935.17, in the form of a check payable to petitioner. III. Summary of Recommended Payments Following Judgment Lump sum payable to petitioner, Ann Swales: $158,935.17 1 Should petitioner die prior to entry of judgment, the parties reserve the right to move the Court for appropriate relief. In particular, respondent would oppose any award for future, unreimbursed expenses, future lost earnings and future pain and suffering. 2 Case 1:20-vv-01963-UNJ Document 58 Filed 08/06/24 Page 5 of 5 Respectfully submitted, BRIAN M. BOYNTON Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General C. SALVATORE D’ALESSIO Director Torts Branch, Civil Division HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Deputy Director Torts Branch, Civil Division ALEXIS B. BABCOCK Assistant Director Torts Branch, Civil Division s/ Margaret Armstrong MARGARET ARMSTRONG Trial Attorney Torts Branch, Civil Division U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146, Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044-0146 Tel: (202) 616-4043 E-mail: margaret.armstrong@usdoj.gov DATED: June 7, 2024 3 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 4: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963-cl-extra-10734589 Date issued/filed: 2024-08-06 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10267999 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1963V ANN SWALES, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: July 3, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Jessica A. Olins, Maglio Christopher & Toale, Seattle, WA, for Petitioner. Margaret Armstrong, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION AWARDING DAMAGES1 On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales 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 suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccination on October 22, 2019. Petition at 1. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. On May 31, 2024, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation for her SIRVA. On June 7, 2024, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation (“Proffer”) indicating Petitioner should be awarded $158,935.17, representing $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $7,573.44 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,861.73 for past lost wages. Proffer at 1-2. In the Proffer, Respondent 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). represented that Petitioner agrees with the proffered award. Id. Based on the record as a whole, I find that Petitioner is entitled to an award as stated in the Proffer. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Proffer, I award Petitioner a lump sum payment of $158,935.17 (representing $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $7,573.44 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,861.73 for past lost wages) in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under Section 15(a). The Clerk of Court is directed to 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), 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 ANN SWALES, Petitioner, v. No. 20-1963V Chief Special Master Corcoran SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND ECF HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. RESPONDENT’S PROFFER ON AWARD OF COMPENSATION On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales (“petitioner”) filed a petition for compensation under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-1 to -34 (“Vaccine Act” or “Act”), alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (“SIRVA”), as defined in the Vaccine Injury Table, following administration of an influenza vaccine she received on October 22, 2019. Petition at 2. On May 6, 2024, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (“respondent”) filed a Rule 4(c) Report indicating that this case is appropriate for compensation under the terms of the Act for a SIRVA Table injury, and on May 31, 2024, the Chief Special Master issued a Ruling on Entitlement finding petitioner entitled to compensation. ECF No. 46; ECF No. 47. I. Items of Compensation A. Pain and Suffering Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded $142,500.00 in pain and suffering. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(4). Petitioner agrees. B. Past Unreimbursable Expenses Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past unreimbursable expenses related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past unreimbursable expenses in the amount of $7,573.44. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- 15(a)(1)(B). Petitioner agrees. C. Lost Wages Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past lost wages related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past lost wages in the amount of $8,861.73. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(3)(A). Petitioner agrees. These amounts represent all elements of compensation to which petitioner is entitled under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). Petitioner agrees. II. Form of the Award Petitioner is a competent adult. Evidence of guardianship is not required in this case. Respondent recommends that the compensation provided to petitioner should be made through a lump sum payment as described below and requests that the Chief Special Master’s decision and the Court’s judgment award the following 1: a lump sum payment of $158,935.17, in the form of a check payable to petitioner. III. Summary of Recommended Payments Following Judgment Lump sum payable to petitioner, Ann Swales: $158,935.17 1 Should petitioner die prior to entry of judgment, the parties reserve the right to move the Court for appropriate relief. In particular, respondent would oppose any award for future, unreimbursed expenses, future lost earnings and future pain and suffering. 2 Respectfully submitted, BRIAN M. BOYNTON Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General C. SALVATORE D’ALESSIO Director Torts Branch, Civil Division HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Deputy Director Torts Branch, Civil Division ALEXIS B. BABCOCK Assistant Director Torts Branch, Civil Division s/ Margaret Armstrong MARGARET ARMSTRONG Trial Attorney Torts Branch, Civil Division U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146, Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044-0146 Tel: (202) 616-4043 E-mail: margaret.armstrong@usdoj.gov DATED: June 7, 2024 3 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 5: USCOURTS-cofc-1_20-vv-01963-cl-extra-10792685 Date issued/filed: 2025-02-03 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10326097 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 20-1963V ANN SWALES, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, v. Filed: December 9, 2024 SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Jessica A. Olins, Maglio Christopher & Toale, Seattle, WA, for Petitioner. Margaret Armstrong, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On December 23, 2020, Ann Swales 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 suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration after receiving an influenza vaccination on October 22, 2019. Petition, ECF No. 1. On July 3, 2024, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the Respondent’s proffer. ECF No. 52. 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 $53,145.05 (representing $51,572.90 in fees plus $1,572.15 in costs). Application for Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed July 26, 2024, ECF No. 56. Furthermore, Petitioner filed a signed statement representing that Petitioner incurred $31.39 in personal out-of-pocket expenses. ECF No. 56-4. Respondent reacted to the motion on August 8, 2024, reporting that he is satisfied that the statutory requirements for an award of attorney’s fees and costs are met in this case, but deferring resolution of the amount to be awarded to my discretion. Respondent’s Response to Motion at 2-4, ECF No. 59. Petitioner filed a reply reiterating the request for fees and costs as indicated in the Motion. ECF No. 60. 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. And all time billed to the matter was also reasonably incurred. Furthermore, Petitioner has provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. ECF No. 56-3. 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. Petitioner is awarded the total amount of $53,176.44 3 as follows: • A lump sum of $53,145.05, representing reimbursement for fees and costs, in the form of a check payable jointly to Petitioner and Petitioner’s counsel, Maglio Christopher and Toale, Law; and • A lump sum of $31.39, representing reimbursement for Petitioner’s costs, in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. • Per Petitioner’s request, both checks are to be forwarded to Maglio Christopher and Toale Law, located at 1515 Ringling Blvd., Suite 700, Sarasota, FL 34236. 3 This amount is intended to cover all legal expenses incurred in this matter. This award encompasses all charges by the attorney against a client, “advanced costs” as well as f ees f or legal services rendered. Furthermore, § 15(e)(3) prevents an attorney from charging or collecting fees (including costs) that would be in addition to the amount awarded herein. See generally Beck v. Sec’y of Health & Human Servs., 924 F.2d 1029 (Fed. Cir.1991). 2 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. 4 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 4 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. 3