Fatima Collins v. HHS - Tdap, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Fatima Collins 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 tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (Tdap), Shingrix, and Prevnar-13 vaccinations received on December 2, 2020. She alleged that she suffered residual effects of her condition for more than six months.

The respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that her injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table, noting that she had no prior shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and was limited to the injection site. The respondent also agreed that she suffered residual effects for more than six months and satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending a total of $135,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to.

The Chief Special Master awarded Fatima Collins a lump sum payment of $135,000.00 for pain and suffering, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act.