Dana J. Lenkowsky v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Dana J. Lenkowsky filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccination on September 27, 2020.

She further alleged that her injury caused residual effects for more than six months. The respondent conceded that Petitioner's alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table and that she satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on July 22, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on March 12, 2025, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $47,500.00 for pain and suffering and $15.00 for unreimbursed out-of-pocket medical expenses, totaling $47,515.00.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $47,515.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act.