VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01328 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01328 Petitioner: Kara Mahuron Filed: 2021-05-06 Decided: 2025-02-03 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2020-10-02 Condition: left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 24100 AI-assisted case summary: On May 6, 2021, Kara Mahuron filed a petition under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that a influenza vaccination administered on October 2, 2020 caused a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). Respondent denied that the petitioner sustained the alleged Table injury, denied vaccine causation, and denied that the current condition was a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. The public stipulation materials do not describe the first symptom, onset interval, medical examinations, diagnostic testing, treatment course, or day-to-day limitations. The parties resolved the case by joint stipulation. On February 3, 2025, Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran found the stipulation reasonable and awarded $24,100.00, paid through counsel's IOLTA account as compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act. Theory of causation field: Adult petitioner; influenza vaccine October 2, 2020; alleged left SIRVA. COMPENSATED by stipulation. Respondent denied Table SIRVA, causation, and sequelae. Public merits text lacks clinical chronology. Award $24,100.00 through counsel IOLTA. SM Corcoran February 3, 2025. Petition filed May 6, 2021. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01328-0 Date issued/filed: 2025-03-11 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 02/03/2025) regarding 51 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer ( Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. )(mpj) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1328V KARA MAHURON, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: February 3, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Leah VaSahnja Durant, Law Offices of Leah V. Durant, PLLC, Washington, DC, for Petitioner. Felicia Langel, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On May 6, 2021, Kara Mahuron filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.2 (the “Vaccine Act”). More than one year later, she filed an amended petition, containing additional detail and medical records citations. ECF No. 17. Petitioner alleged that she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”), a defined Table Injury, after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 2, 2020. Amended Petition at 1, ¶¶ 1, 11; Stipulation at ¶¶ 1-2, 4. Petitioner further alleged that she received the vaccine in the United States, that she continues to suffer the residual effects of her injury more than six 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 2 of 7 months, and that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action on her behalf as a result of her injury. Amended Petition at ¶¶ 1, 10, 12-13; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3- 5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a Table SIRVA; denies that the flu vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury or condition; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. Nevertheless, on February 3, 2025, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum payment of $24,100.00, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, the Clerk of Court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this decision.3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 3 of 7 IN THE UNITED STA TES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS KARA MAHURON, Petitioner, No. 2 l-1328V Chief Special Master Corcoran V. ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: I . Kara Mahuron ("petitioner") filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-I0 to 34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of an influenza ("flu") vaccine, which is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § I00.3(a) 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccine on October 2, 2020. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she sustained a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table following administration of the flu vaccine. Petitioner further alleges that she suffered the residual effects of her alleged injury for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on her behalf as a result of the alleged injury. Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA injury; denies that the flu vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury or condition; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry ofj udgment reflecting a decision consistent with the tenns of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2 l(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum payment of$24,100.00 to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOL TA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry ofj udgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2l(a)(l), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. 10. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Vaccine Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l 5(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 5 of 7 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorney's fees and litigation costs, and past unreimbursed expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g) and (h). I 3. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity, and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions or causes ofa ction (including agreements, judgments, claims, damages, loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-10 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or alleged to have resulted from, the flu vaccine administered on October 2, 2020, as alleged in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about May 6, 2021, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 2 l-1328V. 14. If petitioner shou Id die prior to entry ofj udgment, this agreement shat I be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalfo f either or both of the parties. 3 Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 6 of 7 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the tenns oft his Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation, then the parties' settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this Stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties' respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; that the flu vaccine caused any other injury or condition; or that her current condition is a sequela ofa vaccine-related injury. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION I I I 4 Case 1:21-vv-01328-UNJ Document 55 Filed 03/11/25 Page 7 of 7 Respectfully submitted, PETlTf ONER: ~ ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: NER:~,,,..-~-----T_~_ - -irr=e----- ~ ~~~~ A T,ES . HEATHER L. PEARLMAN LAW OFFICES 0 EAH V. DURANT, PLLC Deputy Director 1717 K Street NW, Suite 900 Torts Branch Washington, DC 20006 Civil Division ldurant@durantllc.com U.S. Department ofJ ustice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEAL TH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey S. ~!'~signed by i@ttn1ys. -s /2:>X;;:;£ Beach Oatc:202S.01.2717:04~ -os-oo· for CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH FELICIA D. LANGEL Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs To11s Branch Health Systems Bureau Civil Division Health Resources and Services U.S. Department of Justice Administration P.O. Box 146 U.S. Department of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington. DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A (202) 451-7659 Rockville, MD 20857 felicia.d.langel@usdoj.gov _R_._/_3_,_/-=-S--..____ Dated: 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01328-cl-extra-10820649 Date issued/filed: 2025-03-11 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10354061 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1328V KARA MAHURON, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: February 3, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Leah VaSahnja Durant, Law Offices of Leah V. Durant, PLLC, Washington, DC, for Petitioner. Felicia Langel, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On May 6, 2021, Kara Mahuron filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.2 (the “Vaccine Act”). More than one year later, she filed an amended petition, containing additional detail and medical records citations. ECF No. 17. Petitioner alleged that she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”), a defined Table Injury, after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 2, 2020. Amended Petition at 1, ¶¶ 1, 11; Stipulation at ¶¶ 1-2, 4. Petitioner further alleged that she received the vaccine in the United States, that she continues to suffer the residual effects of her injury more than six 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc , in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access . 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). months, and that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action on her behalf as a result of her injury. Amended Petition at ¶¶ 1, 10, 12-13; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3- 5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a Table SIRVA; denies that the flu vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury or condition; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. Nevertheless, on February 3, 2025, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum payment of $24,100.00, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, the Clerk of Court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this decision. 3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS KARA MAHURON, Petitioner, No. 2 l-1328V Chief Special Master Corcoran V. ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: I . Kara Mahuron ("petitioner") filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-I0 to 34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of an influenza ("flu") vaccine, which is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § I00.3(a) 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccine on October 2, 2020. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she sustained a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table following administration of the flu vaccine. Petitioner further alleges that she suffered the residual effects of her alleged injury for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on her behalf as a result of the alleged injury. 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA injury; denies that the flu vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury or condition; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry ofjudgment reflecting a decision consistent with the tenns of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2 l(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum payment of$24,100.00 to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry ofjudgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2l(a)(l), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. 10. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Vaccine Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l 5(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorney's fees and litigation costs, and past unreimbursed expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g) and (h). I 3. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity, and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions or causes of action (including agreements, judgments, claims, damages, loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-10 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or alleged to have resulted from, the flu vaccine administered on October 2, 2020, as alleged in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about May 6, 2021, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 2 l-1328V. 14. If petitioner shou Id die prior to entry ofjudgment, this agreement shat I be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the tenns of this Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation, then the parties' settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this Stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties' respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; that the flu vaccine caused any other injury or condition; or that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION I I I 4 Respectfully submitted, PETlTf ONER: ~ ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: _ _--irr=e----- NER:~,,,..-~-----T~ ~ ~~~~ A T,ES . HEATHER L. PEARLMAN LAW OFFICES 0 EAH V. DURANT, PLLC Deputy Director 1717 K Street NW, Suite 900 Torts Branch Washington, DC 20006 Civil Division ldurant@durantllc.com U.S. Department ofJustice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey S. ~!'~signed by i@ttn1ys. Beach -s Oatc:202S.01.2717:04~ -os-oo· for /2:>X;;:;£ CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH FELICIA D. LANGEL Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs To11s Branch Health Systems Bureau Civil Division Health Resources and Services U.S. Department of Justice Administration P.O. Box 146 U.S. Department of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington. DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A (202) 451-7659 Rockville, MD 20857 felicia.d.langel@usdoj.gov Dated: _R_._/_3_,_/-=-S--..____ 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01328-cl-extra-11139777 Date issued/filed: 2025-09-17 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10673190 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1328V KARA MAHURON, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, v. Filed: August 13, 2025 SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Leah VaSahnja Durant, Law Offices of Leah V. Durant, PLLC, Washington, DC, for Petitioner. Felicia Langel, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On May 6, 2021, Kara Mahuron filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq. 2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleged that she developed a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration following an influenza vaccine she received on October 2, 2020. Petition, ECF No. 1. On February 3, 2025, I issued a decision awarding compensation to the Petitioner based on the parties’ stipulation. ECF No. 51. 1Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Petitioner has now filed a motion for attorney’s fees and costs, requesting an award of $46,696.14 (representing $44,783.10 in fees plus $1,906.54 in costs and $6.50 in Petitioner’s out-of-pocket expenses). Application for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed July 10, 2025, ECF No. 56. Furthermore, Petitioner filed a signed statement representing that $6.50 in personal out-of-pocket expenses were incurred. Motion at 2. Respondent reacted to the motion on July 14, 2025, indicating that he is satisfied the statutory requirements for an award of attorneys’ fees and costs are met in this case but deferring resolution of the amount to be awarded to my discretion. Response at 2, 4. ECF No. 57. On July 15, 2025, Petitioner filed a reply requesting that the amount of fees and costs listed in Petitioner’s motion be awarded. ECF No. 58. I have reviewed the billing records submitted with Petitioner’s request. The rates requested for work performed through 2025 are reasonable and consistent with our prior determinations and will therefore be awarded. Furthermore, Petitioner has provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. ECF 56-2 at 1-19. Respondent offered no specific objection to the rates or amounts sought. I find the requested costs reasonable and hereby award them in full. The Vaccine Act permits an award of reasonable attorney’s fees and costs for successful claimants. Section 15(e). Accordingly, I hereby GRANT Petitioner’s Motion for attorney’s fees and costs. Petitioner is awarded attorneys’ fees and costs in the total amount of $46,696.14 (representing $44,783.10 in fees plus $1,906.54 in costs and $6.50 in Petitioner’s out-of-pocket expenses) to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement. In the absence of a timely-filed motion for review (see Appendix B to the Rules of the Court), the Clerk of Court shall enter judgment in accordance with this decision. 3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), the parties may expedite entry of judgment by filing a joint notice renouncing their right to seek review. 2