VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810 Petitioner: Marlena Bacik Filed: 2021-09-07 Decided: 2025-02-24 Vaccine: Prevnar-13 Vaccination date: 2018-09-21 Condition: shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 137587 AI-assisted case summary: Marlena Bacik filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following a Prevnar-13 vaccination on September 21, 2018. She stated her symptoms had continued for more than six months. The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table, noting she had no prior shoulder issues, pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent also agreed that her residual effects lasted more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, entitlement to compensation was granted on October 19, 2023. Subsequently, on January 16, 2025, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending $137,587.51. This amount included $120,000.00 for pain and suffering, $4,504.32 for past unreimbursed expenses, and $13,083.19 for past lost wages. Marlena Bacik agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the full proffered amount on February 24, 2025, to be paid as a lump sum through her counsel's IOLTA account. Theory of causation field: Table Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810-0 Date issued/filed: 2023-11-21 Pages: 2 Docket text: PUBLIC ORDER/RULING (Originally filed: 10/19/2023 ) regarding 33 Ruling on Entitlement Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:21-vv-01810-UNJ Document 35 Filed 11/21/23 Page 1 of 2 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1810V MARLENA BACIK, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: October 19, 2023 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Howie Law, PC, Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Eleanor Hanson, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. RULING ON ENTITLEMENT1 On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik 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 alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) as a result of a Prenar-13 vaccination she received on September 21, 2018. Petition at 1. Petitioner further alleges that her symptoms “have continued for more than six months.” Petition at ¶4. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. On October 11, 2023, Respondent filed his Rule 4(c) report in which he concedes that Petitioner is entitled to compensation in this case. Respondent’s Rule 4(c) Report at 1. Specifically, Respondent states that “Petitioner’s alleged injury is consistent with 1 Because this Ruling 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 Ruling 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-01810-UNJ Document 35 Filed 11/21/23 Page 2 of 2 SIRVCA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, Petitioner had no history of pain, inflammation, or dysfunction of her right shoulder prior to vaccination; pain occurred within forty-eight hours after receipt of an intramuscular vaccination; pain was limited to the shoulder in which the vaccine was administered; and no other condition or abnormality has been identified to explain Petitioner’s pain.” Id. at 7. Respondent further agrees that “Petitioner suffered the residual effects of her condition for more than six months.” Id. In view of Respondent’s position and the evidence of record, I find that Petitioner is entitled to compensation. IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 2 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810-cl-extra-10736967 Date issued/filed: 2023-11-21 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10270377 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1810V MARLENA BACIK, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: October 19, 2023 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Howie Law, PC, Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Eleanor Hanson, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. RULING ON ENTITLEMENT 1 On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik 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 alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) as a result of a Prenar-13 vaccination she received on September 21, 2018. Petition at 1. Petitioner further alleges that her symptoms “have continued for more than six months.” Petition at ¶4. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. On October 11, 2023, Respondent filed his Rule 4(c) report in which he concedes that Petitioner is entitled to compensation in this case. Respondent’s Rule 4(c) Report at 1. Specifically, Respondent states that “Petitioner’s alleged injury is consistent with 1 Because this Ruling 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 Ruling 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). SIRVCA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, Petitioner had no history of pain, inflammation, or dysfunction of her right shoulder prior to vaccination; pain occurred within forty-eight hours after receipt of an intramuscular vaccination; pain was limited to the shoulder in which the vaccine was administered; and no other condition or abnormality has been identified to explain Petitioner’s pain.” Id. at 7. Respondent further agrees that “Petitioner suffered the residual effects of her condition for more than six months.” Id. In view of Respondent’s position and the evidence of record, I find that Petitioner is entitled to compensation. IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 2 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810-1 Date issued/filed: 2025-02-24 Pages: 5 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 01/17/2025) regarding 55 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:21-vv-01810-UNJ Document 62 Filed 02/24/25 Page 1 of 5 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1810V MARLENA BACIK, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: January 17, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Howie Law, PC, Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Eleanor Hanson, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION AWARDING DAMAGES1 On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik 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 alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) following a Prevnar-13 vaccination she received on September 21, 2018. Petition at 1. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. On October 19, 2023, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation for her SIRVA. On January 16, 2025, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation (“Proffer”) indicating Petitioner should be awarded $137,587.51, comprised of $120,000.00 for pain and suffering, $4,504.32 for past unreimbursed expenses, and $13,083.19 for past lost wages. Proffer at 1-2. In the Proffer, Respondent represented that Petitioner agrees with the proffered award. Id. Based on the record as a whole, I find that Petitioner is entitled to an award as stated in the Proffer. 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-01810-UNJ Document 62 Filed 02/24/25 Page 2 of 5 Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Proffer, I award Petitioner a lump sum payment of $137,587.51, comprised of $120,000.00 for pain and suffering, $4,504.32 for past unreimbursed expenses, and $13,083.19 for past lost wages, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under Section 15(a). 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-01810-UNJ Document 62 Filed 02/24/25 Page 3 of 5 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS MARLENA BACIK, Petitioner, No. 21-1810 Chief Special Master Corcoran v. ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. RESPONDENT’S PROFFER ON AWARD OF COMPENSATION On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik (“petitioner”) filed a petition for compensation under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-1 to -34 (“Vaccine Act” or “Act”), alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (“SIRVA”), as defined in the Vaccine Injury Table, following administration of a Prevnar-13 vaccine she received on September 21, 2018. Petition at 1. On October 11, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (“respondent”) filed a Rule 4(c) Report indicating that this case is appropriate for compensation under the terms of the Act for a SIRVA Table injury, and on October 19, 2023, the Chief Special Master issued a Ruling on Entitlement finding petitioner entitled to compensation. ECF No. 32; ECF No. 33. I. Items of Compensation A. Pain and Suffering Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded $120,000.00 in pain and suffering. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(4). Petitioner agrees. Case 1:21-vv-01810-UNJ Document 62 Filed 02/24/25 Page 4 of 5 B. Past Unreimbursable Expenses Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past unreimbursable expenses related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past unreimbursable expenses in the amount of $4,504.32. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- 15(a)(1)(B). Petitioner agrees. C. Lost Wages Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past lost wages related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past lost wages in the amount of $13,083.19. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(3)(A). Petitioner agrees. These amounts represent all elements of compensation to which petitioner is entitled under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). Petitioner agrees. II. Form of the Award Petitioner is a competent adult. Evidence of guardianship is not required in this case. Respondent recommends that the compensation provided to petitioner should be made through a lump sum payment as described below and requests that the Chief Special Master’s decision and the Court’s judgment award the following1: a lump sum payment of $137,587.51, to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. III. Summary of Recommended Payments Following Judgment Lump sum to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner, Marlena Bacik: $137,587.51 1 Should petitioner die prior to entry of judgment, the parties reserve the right to move the Court for appropriate relief. In particular, respondent would oppose any award for future, unreimbursed expenses, future lost earnings and future pain and suffering. 2 Case 1:21-vv-01810-UNJ Document 62 Filed 02/24/25 Page 5 of 5 Respectfully submitted, BRIAN M. BOYNTON Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General C. SALVATORE D’ALESSIO Director Torts Branch, Civil Division HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Deputy Director Torts Branch, Civil Division VORIS E. JOHNSON Assistant Director Torts Branch, Civil Division /s/ Eleanor A. Hanson ELEANOR A. HANSON Trial Attorney Torts Branch, Civil Division U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044-0146 (202) 305-1110 Eleanor.Hanson@usdoj.gov DATED: January 16, 2025 3 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 4: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810-cl-extra-10804802 Date issued/filed: 2025-02-24 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10338214 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1810V MARLENA BACIK, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: January 17, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Howie Law, PC, Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Eleanor Hanson, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION AWARDING DAMAGES 1 On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik 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 alleges that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) following a Prevnar-13 vaccination she received on September 21, 2018. Petition at 1. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit of the Office of Special Masters. On October 19, 2023, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation for her SIRVA. On January 16, 2025, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation (“Proffer”) indicating Petitioner should be awarded $137,587.51, comprised of $120,000.00 for pain and suffering, $4,504.32 for past unreimbursed expenses, and $13,083.19 for past lost wages. Proffer at 1-2. In the Proffer, Respondent represented that Petitioner agrees with the proffered award. Id. Based on the record as a whole, I find that Petitioner is entitled to an award as stated in the Proffer. 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). Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Proffer, I award Petitioner a lump sum payment of $137,587.51, comprised of $120,000.00 for pain and suffering, $4,504.32 for past unreimbursed expenses, and $13,083.19 for past lost wages, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under Section 15(a). 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 MARLENA BACIK, Petitioner, No. 21-1810 Chief Special Master Corcoran v. ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. RESPONDENT’S PROFFER ON AWARD OF COMPENSATION On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik (“petitioner”) filed a petition for compensation under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-1 to -34 (“Vaccine Act” or “Act”), alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (“SIRVA”), as defined in the Vaccine Injury Table, following administration of a Prevnar-13 vaccine she received on September 21, 2018. Petition at 1. On October 11, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (“respondent”) filed a Rule 4(c) Report indicating that this case is appropriate for compensation under the terms of the Act for a SIRVA Table injury, and on October 19, 2023, the Chief Special Master issued a Ruling on Entitlement finding petitioner entitled to compensation. ECF No. 32; ECF No. 33. I. Items of Compensation A. Pain and Suffering Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded $120,000.00 in pain and suffering. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(4). Petitioner agrees. B. Past Unreimbursable Expenses Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past unreimbursable expenses related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past unreimbursable expenses in the amount of $4,504.32. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- 15(a)(1)(B). Petitioner agrees. C. Lost Wages Evidence supplied by petitioner documents that she incurred past lost wages related to her vaccine-related injury. Respondent proffers that petitioner should be awarded past lost wages in the amount of $13,083.19. See 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a)(3)(A). Petitioner agrees. These amounts represent all elements of compensation to which petitioner is entitled under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). Petitioner agrees. II. Form of the Award Petitioner is a competent adult. Evidence of guardianship is not required in this case. Respondent recommends that the compensation provided to petitioner should be made through a lump sum payment as described below and requests that the Chief Special Master’s decision and the Court’s judgment award the following 1: a lump sum payment of $137,587.51, to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. III. Summary of Recommended Payments Following Judgment Lump sum to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner, Marlena Bacik: $137,587.51 1 Should petitioner die prior to entry of judgment, the parties reserve the right to move the Court for appropriate relief. In particular, respondent would oppose any award for future, unreimbursed expenses, future lost earnings and future pain and suffering. 2 Respectfully submitted, BRIAN M. BOYNTON Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General C. SALVATORE D’ALESSIO Director Torts Branch, Civil Division HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Deputy Director Torts Branch, Civil Division VORIS E. JOHNSON Assistant Director Torts Branch, Civil Division /s/ Eleanor A. Hanson ELEANOR A. HANSON Trial Attorney Torts Branch, Civil Division U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044-0146 (202) 305-1110 Eleanor.Hanson@usdoj.gov DATED: January 16, 2025 3 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 5: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01810-cl-extra-11062322 Date issued/filed: 2025-05-30 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10595734 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1810V MARLENA BACIK, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: April 29, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Howie Law, PC, Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Eleanor Hanson, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On September 7, 2021, Marlena Bacik 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 suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration following a Prevnar-13 vaccine she received on September 21, 2018. Petition, ECF No. 1. On January 17, 2025, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the Respondent’s proffer. ECF No. 55. 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). Petitioner has now filed a motion for attorney’s fees and costs, requesting an award of $53,875.23 (representing $52,442.00 in fees plus $1,433.23 in costs). Application for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed January 21, 2025, ECF No. 59. Furthermore, Petitioner filed a signed statement representing that no personal out-of-pocket expenses were incurred. ECF No. 59-4. Respondent reacted to the motion on January 21, 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. Motion at 2-4, ECF No. 60. Petitioner indicated thereafter that she does not intent to file a substantive reply. ECF No. 61. I have reviewed the billing records submitted with Petitioner’s request. In my experience, the request appears reasonable, and I find no cause to reduce the requested hours or rates. Furthermore, Petitioner has provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. ECF No.59-3 at 1-39. 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 $53,875.23 (representing $52,442.00 in fees plus $1,433.23 in costs) 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