Mary Ross v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder vaccine related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Mary Ross 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) resulting from an influenza vaccine she received on September 18, 2020. She stated that the vaccine was received in the United States, that her injury caused residual effects for more than six months, and that she had not received other compensation for her injuries.

Respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, agreeing that Ms. Ross had no prior history of shoulder issues, that her pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection site, and that the onset of symptoms occurred within 48 hours of vaccination.

The case proceeded as a Table claim. Following the ruling on entitlement, the parties submitted a proffer for damages.

The Chief Special Master awarded Mary Ross a lump sum of $125,657.50, comprising $125,000.00 for pain and suffering and $657.50 for out-of-pocket medical expenses.