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

Heidys Antigua filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on November 16, 2018. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters.

Respondent conceded that Petitioner's claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA and agreed that Petitioner had met all statutory and jurisdictional requirements. A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 17, 2023, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on September 11, 2023, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating that Petitioner should be awarded $62,500.00 for pain and suffering. Petitioner agreed with this proffered award.

Based on the record, the Chief Special Master awarded Petitioner a lump sum payment of $62,500.00 for pain and suffering, representing compensation for all damages available under Section 15(a).