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

Lynda Wojan filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on November 15, 2019. She further alleged her injury resulted in residual effects for more than six months.

The respondent conceded entitlement, stating that Ms. Wojan had no prior shoulder issues, her pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection site, and the onset of symptoms occurred within 48 hours of vaccination.

The respondent also confirmed the case was timely filed, the vaccine was received in the United States, and the statutory severity requirement was met. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master ruled on entitlement, finding Ms.

Wojan entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties submitted a proffer agreeing to an award of $65,000.00.

The court awarded Ms. Wojan a lump sum payment of $65,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the program.