Paul Mason v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Paul Mason filed a petition for vaccine compensation alleging he suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on October 22, 2020. He stated the vaccine was administered in the United States, that he experienced residual effects for more than six months, and that there had been no prior award or settlement for his condition.

The respondent denied that the flu vaccine caused Mr. Mason's injury or current condition.

Despite these differing positions, the parties filed a joint stipulation agreeing to settle the issues and award compensation. The court adopted the stipulation, awarding Mr.

Mason a lump sum of $100,000.00. This amount represents compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.

The stipulation also addressed future proceedings for attorneys' fees and costs. The parties agreed that this stipulation represents a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages, and it is not an admission by the United States that the vaccine caused the injury.