Angelicque Taylor v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Angelicque Taylor filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine she received on October 10, 2019. The petition stated that the vaccine was administered in the United States, her symptoms persisted for more than six months, and no prior action or compensation had been sought for this injury.

Respondent conceded that Petitioner's claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA, agreeing that she had no prior history of shoulder issues, the onset of pain was within forty-eight hours of vaccination, the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection shoulder, and no other condition explained her symptoms. Respondent also confirmed the case was timely filed, the vaccine was received in the U.S., and the statutory severity requirement was met.

Based on Respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued.

The parties stipulated to an award of $57,500.00 for pain and suffering, which was awarded to Petitioner.