Charles Gigantino v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Charles Gigantino filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on January 7, 2021, alleging he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 30, 2020. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, conceded that Mr.

Gigantino's injury was consistent with a SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table and that he met all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 9, 2023, finding Mr.

Gigantino entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on November 13, 2023, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, which Mr.

Gigantino agreed to. The court awarded Mr.

Gigantino a total of $72,912.50, comprising $72,500.00 for pain and suffering and $412.50 for past unreimbursable expenses. This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.