Cristine Johnson v. HHS - Influenza, left-sided shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Cristine Johnson, an adult, filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging she suffered a left-sided shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine received on September 14, 2020. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation.

The respondent agreed that Petitioner's alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table and that she had satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on February 5, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on March 8, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, which Petitioner agreed to. The decision on damages was issued on April 11, 2024.

The court awarded Cristine Johnson a lump sum payment of $45,497.74, which included $45,000.00 for pain and suffering and $497.74 for out-of-pocket expenses. This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Act.