Destiny Blanke v. HHS - Meningococcal, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Destiny Blanke filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on January 13, 2021, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) caused by a meningococcal vaccination received on February 12, 2020. She stated the vaccine was administered in the United States, she suffered residual effects for more than six months, and had not received prior compensation for her injuries.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner was entitled to compensation, finding she met the criteria for a Table injury. On January 10, 2022, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on December 8, 2022, Respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $125,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to. On January 10, 2023, the Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $125,000.00 in pain and suffering.