Silvia Quezada v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Silvia Quezada filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) caused by an influenza vaccine administered on February 18, 2021. She stated that the vaccine was administered in the United States, that she suffered residual effects for more than six months, and that there had been no prior award or settlement.

The respondent conceded that Ms. Quezada's alleged injury was consistent with a 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 January 3, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on March 29, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, which Ms.

Quezada agreed to. The court awarded Ms.

Quezada a total of $65,110.53, comprised of $60,000.00 for pain and suffering and $5,110.53 for past unreimbursable expenses. This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.