Jeffrey Marvel v. HHS - Influenza, left-sided shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (2023)

Jeffrey Marvel filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on January 5, 2021, alleging that he received an influenza vaccination on October 23, 2019, and subsequently suffered a left-sided shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). The respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that the petitioner met the criteria for a SIRVA Table injury.

The respondent also confirmed that the petitioner timely filed his case, received the vaccine in the United States, and suffered residual effects for more than six months. A ruling on entitlement was issued on January 6, 2023, finding the petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on January 24, 2023, the respondent filed a proffer proposing an award of $48,300.00, consisting of $47,500.00 for pain and suffering and $800.00 for unreimbursable expenses. The petitioner agreed with this proposed award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the stipulated amount on February 27, 2023.