Abbey Rayner-Russell v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Abbey Rayner-Russell filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on October 7, 2019. She further alleged that her SIRVA symptoms lasted longer than six months.

The respondent conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, stating her injury is consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table. The respondent noted that Petitioner had no prior history of shoulder issues, pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the vaccinated shoulder, with no other identified condition explaining the symptoms.

The Chief Special Master issued a ruling on entitlement on December 10, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on January 27, 2025, a decision awarding damages was issued.

The respondent proffered an award of $102,500.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to. This amount represents all elements of compensation available under the Act.

The award was made as a lump sum payment to Abbey Rayner-Russell, who is a competent adult.