VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01938 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01938 Petitioner: Bonnie McKirdy Filed: 2021-09-30 Decided: 2026-03-25 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2019-11-14 Condition: left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 16500 AI-assisted case summary: On September 30, 2021, Bonnie McKirdy filed a petition seeking compensation under the Vaccine Act. She alleged that she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration after receiving an influenza vaccine on November 14, 2019. She pleaded the injury as a Table SIRVA or, in the alternative, as a vaccine-caused injury-in-fact, and stated that the residual effects lasted more than six months. The public decision and stipulation contain only limited clinical detail. They do not describe the exact onset, examination findings, imaging, injections, physical therapy, or other treatment course. What the source documents do show is that respondent denied that Ms. McKirdy sustained a Table SIRVA, denied that the flu vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury or any other injury, and denied that her current disabilities were sequelae of a vaccine-related injury. Despite those denials, the parties filed a joint stipulation on March 24, 2026 resolving the case as a negotiated settlement. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran reviewed the record, found the stipulation reasonable, and adopted it as the decision of the Court on March 25, 2026. The settlement was not an admission by the United States or the Secretary that the flu vaccine caused a shoulder injury, current disability, or any Table injury. The award was a lump sum of $16,500.00, payable through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to Ms. McKirdy. The stipulation also preserved the parties' ability to address attorneys' fees and costs separately. Ms. McKirdy was represented by David John Carney of Green & Schafle LLC in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Theory of causation field: Influenza vaccine on November 14, 2019 allegedly caused left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA), pleaded as Table SIRVA or alternative causation-in-fact. COMPENSATED by joint stipulation. Petition filed September 30, 2021; stipulation filed March 24, 2026; decision March 25, 2026 by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. Respondent denied Table SIRVA, vaccine causation, and sequelae, but agreed to compromise settlement. Public source gives limited clinical facts and does not provide onset/treatment details. Award $16,500 lump sum via counsel IOLTA; fees/costs reserved. Attorney: David John Carney, Green & Schafle LLC, Philadelphia PA. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01938-0 Date issued/filed: 2026-04-24 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 03/25/2026) regarding 42 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer, Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:21-vv-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1938V BONNIE MCKIRDY, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: March 25, 2026 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. David John Carney, Green & Schafle LLC, Philadelphia, PA, for Petitioner. Alyssa M. Petroff, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On September 30, 2021, Bonnie McKirdy 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 left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”), a defined Table injury, or in the alternative caused-in-fact injury, after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccine on November 14, 2019. Petition at 1, ¶¶ 1, 7, 23-24; Stipulation, filed Mar. 24, 2026, ¶¶ 1-2, 4. Petitioner further alleged that she received the vaccine within the United States, that she continues to suffer the residual effects of her SIRVA more than six months, and that neither she nor any other party has filed a civil case or received compensation for her SIRVA, alleged to be vaccine-related. 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-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 2 of 7 Petition at ¶¶ 1, 21-22; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined by the Table; denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. Nevertheless, on March 24, 2026, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $16,500.00, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, 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-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 3 of 7 Vinesign Document ID: 061D1756-2EC8-4563-B8C1-F8E21E3DD18D IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS BONNIE MCKIRDY, Petitioner, No. 21-1938V v. Chief Special Master Corcoran ECF SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: 1. Bonnie McKirdy, petitioner, filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l Oto -34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of the influenza vaccine, which vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the influenza vaccination in her left arm on September 23, 2020. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") as a result of receiving the influenza vaccine within the Table time frame, and that she experienced residual effects of this injury for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on her behalf as a result of her condition. The signed document can be validated at https://app.vinesign.comNerify Case 1:21-vv-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined in the Table; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry of judgment reflecting a decision consistent with the terms of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2l(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following compensation payments: A lump sum payment of $16,500.00 to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa l 5(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry of judgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2l(a)(l), and an application, the patties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. 10. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 2 Case 1:21-vv-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 5 of 7 § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 of this Stipulation, and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation, will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- l 5(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorneys' fees and litigation costs, and past unreimbursable expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner, as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § § 300aa-l 5(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions, causes of action (including agreements, judgments, claims, damages, loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U .S.C. § 300aa-10 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or alleged to have resulted from, the influenza vaccine administered on or about September 23, 2020, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on September 30, 2021, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 2 l-1938V. 14. If petitioner should die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Couit on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 Case 1:21-vv-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 6 of 7 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation, then the parties' settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties' respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that the influenza vaccine caused petitioner to suffer a shoulder injury or her current disabilities, or any other injury or condition, or that petitioner sustained an injury contained in the Vaccine Injury Table. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION 4 Case 1:21-vv-01938-UNJ Document 48 Filed 04/24/26 Page 7 of 7 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: b M~ ~ BONNIE MCKIRDY ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: ~~P~ ~'""----"'-';:_____/ _~ -7 _.__u_::~__::.4_4-H=_;----J,--r=- ---4'.k HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Green & Schafle, LLC Deputy Director 2332 South Broad Street Torts Branch Philadelphia, PA 19145 Civil Division (215) 326-9256 U.S. Depattment of Justice E-mail: dcarney@greenlegalteam.com P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEAL TH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey S. Digitally signed by Jeffrey S. Beach -5 ~~"'?~~ Beach -5 Date: 2026.03.04 ~~c-P~~ 08:18:33 -05'00' for CAPT. GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH ALYSSA PETROFF Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs Torts Branch Health Systems Bureau Civil Division Health Resources and Services U.S. Department of Justice Administration P.O. Box 146 U.S. Depattment of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington, DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 14 W-18 Tel: (202) 307-3852 Rockville, MD 20857 E-mail: Alyssa.Petroff2@usdoj.gov /z.'ff Dated: 03 UYl. .k 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_21-vv-01938-cl-extra-11316406 Date issued/filed: 2026-04-24 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10849027 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 21-1938V BONNIE MCKIRDY, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: March 25, 2026 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. David John Carney, Green & Schafle LLC, Philadelphia, PA, for Petitioner. Alyssa M. Petroff, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On September 30, 2021, Bonnie McKirdy 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 left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”), a defined Table injury, or in the alternative caused-in-fact injury, after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccine on November 14, 2019. Petition at 1, ¶¶ 1, 7, 23-24; Stipulation, filed Mar. 24, 2026, ¶¶ 1-2, 4. Petitioner further alleged that she received the vaccine within the United States, that she continues to suffer the residual effects of her SIRVA more than six months, and that neither she nor any other party has filed a civil case or received compensation for her SIRVA, alleged to be vaccine-related. 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). Petition at ¶¶ 1, 21-22; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined by the Table; denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. Nevertheless, on March 24, 2026, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $16,500.00, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, 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 Vinesign Document ID: 061D1756-2EC8-4563-B8C1-F8E21E3DD18D IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS BONNIE MCKIRDY, Petitioner, v. No. 21-1938V Chief Special Master Corcoran SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND ECF HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: 1. Bonnie McKirdy, petitioner, filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l Oto -34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of the influenza vaccine, which vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the influenza vaccination in her left arm on September 23 , 2020. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") as a result of receiving the influenza vaccine within the Table time frame , and that she experienced residual effects of this injury for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on her behalf as a result of her condition. The signed document can be validated at https://app.vinesign.comNerify 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined in the Table; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry of judgment reflecting a decision consistent with the terms of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2l(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following compensation payments: A lump sum payment of $16,500.00 to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- l 5(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry of judgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-2l(a)(l), and an application, the patties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. 10. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 2 § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 of this Stipulation, and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation, will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- l 5(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorneys' fees and litigation costs, and past unreimbursable expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner, as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S .C. § 300aa- 15(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § § 300aa- l 5(g) and (h). 13 . In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions, causes of action (including agreements, judgments, claims, damages, loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U .S.C. § 300aa-10 et seq. , on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from , or alleged to have resulted from , the influenza vaccine administered on or about September 23 , 2020, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on September 30, 2021 , in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 2 l -1938V. 14. If petitioner should die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Couit on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the terms of this Stipulation, then the parties' settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties' respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that the influenza vaccine caused petitioner to suffer a shoulder injury or her current disabilities, or any other injury or condition, or that petitioner sustained an injury contained in the Vaccine Injury Table . 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION 4 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: b M~~ BONNIE MCKIRDY ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: ~'""----"'-';:_____/ _~ -7 _.___ u ::__ ~ ::_ .44-H =_;--- ~~P~ , - r = - ---4'.k -J- HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Green & Schafle, LLC Deputy Director 2332 South Broad Street Torts Branch Philadelphia, PA 19145 Civil Division (215) 326-9256 U.S. Depattment of Justice E-mail: dcarney@greenlegalteam.com P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEAL TH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Digitally signed by Jeffrey S. Jeffrey S. Beach -5 ~~"'?~~ Date: 2026.03.04 Beach -5 08:18:33 -05'00' for ~~c-P~~ CAPT. GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH ALYSSA PETROFF Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs Torts Branch Health Systems Bureau Civil Division Health Resources and Services U.S. Department of Justice Administration P.O. Box 146 U.S. Depattment of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington, DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 14 W-18 Tel: (202) 307-3852 Rockville, MD 20857 E-mail: Alyssa.Petroff2@usdoj .gov Dated: 03 /z.'ff UYl..k 5