Lidija Zekanovic v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Lidija Zekanovic filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on January 4, 2021, alleging a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) resulting from an influenza vaccine received on October 6, 2018. The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that Ms.

Zekanovic had no prior shoulder issues, her pain occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent also agreed that her condition persisted for more than six months, satisfying the legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 30, 2022, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on November 3, 2022, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer.

The parties stipulated to an award of $71,269.98, comprising $70,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,269.98 for past unreimbursable expenses. This amount was awarded as a lump sum payment to Ms.

Zekanovic, who is a competent adult.