Brenda Hatten v. HHS - Influenza, Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Brenda Hatten filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a Table shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination she received on January 11, 2021. She further alleged that she suffered residual symptoms for more than six months.
The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with SIRVA, noting she had no prior history of shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent also agreed that she suffered residual effects for more than six months.
Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, entitlement to compensation was granted. Subsequently, the parties stipulated to an award of $55,000.00 for pain and suffering.
The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding this lump sum payment to Brenda Hatten.