Renee Stidd v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Renee Stidd filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 29, 2020. The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table and that she had suffered residual effects for more than six months.

Based on this concession and the evidence, entitlement to compensation was granted. The parties were unable to informally resolve the issue of damages, leading to a hearing on February 28, 2025.

Petitioner sought $140,000.00 for pain and suffering, while the respondent recommended a lower, unspecified amount. The parties agreed on $7,423.22 for unreimbursed medical expenses and $3,076.08 for lost wages.

The Chief Special Master awarded $130,000.00 for pain and suffering, resulting in a total lump sum award of $140,499.30, representing compensation for all damages available under the program.