Linda Pressey v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2022)

Linda Pressey filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on January 12, 2021, alleging she suffered left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine received on September 16, 2019. She stated the vaccine was received in the United States, her condition persisted for more than six months, and she had not filed any other actions or received compensation for this injury.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner's claim met the Table criteria for SIRVA and that she was entitled to compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on June 23, 2022, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on August 1, 2022, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer. Respondent proffered an award of $55,045.00, which Petitioner agreed to.

The court awarded Linda Pressey a lump sum payment of $55,045.00, comprised of $55,000.00 for pain and suffering and $45.00 for out-of-pocket medical expenses.