Katie Perette v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2023)

Katie Perette filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury as a result of her November 20, 2018 influenza vaccination. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters.

On January 10, 2023, Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, finding that she established a Table case for a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA). Respondent noted that Petitioner had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain and reduced range of motion occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, her symptoms were limited to the vaccinated shoulder, and no other condition explained her symptoms.

On January 12, 2023, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. On June 21, 2023, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating Petitioner should be awarded a lump sum payment of $116,047.92, consisting of $115,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,047.92 for past unreimbursable expenses.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner the lump sum of $116,047.92.