Juanita Green v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Juanita Green filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccine on September 22, 2020. The SIRVA injury is a defined Table injury.

The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) Report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, stating that her injury is consistent with SIRVA and that she has satisfied all legal prerequisites.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 22, 2023, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on December 14, 2023, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating Petitioner should be awarded $109,660.07.

This amount represents $100,000.00 for pain and suffering and $9,660.07 for past unreimbursable expenses. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages on January 18, 2024, awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $109,660.07.