VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01327 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01327 Petitioner: Nathan Young Filed: 2022-09-19 Decided: 2025-02-13 Vaccine: influenza and pneumococcal conjugate (Prevnar 13) Vaccination date: 2019-10-11 Condition: shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 10000 AI-assisted case summary: On September 19, 2022, Nathan Young filed a petition alleging that he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 11, 2019. The stipulation also reflects that he received Prevnar 13 on the same date. Respondent denied that Mr. Young sustained a Table SIRVA, denied that the flu vaccine caused his alleged SIRVA or any other injury, and denied that his current condition was vaccine-related. The public stipulation does not tell a clinical story beyond the vaccine, injury allegation, and settlement terms. On February 13, 2025, Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran adopted the parties' stipulation and awarded a lump sum of $10,000.00 through counsel's IOLTA account. A later fee decision awarded attorneys' fees and costs only and was not the injury-compensation decision. Theory of causation field: Influenza and Prevnar 13 vaccines October 11, 2019 allegedly causing SIRVA; adult, exact age not stated. COMPENSATED by stipulation. Respondent denied Table SIRVA, causation, and sequelae; public stipulation lacks onset/treatment facts. Award $10,000 lump sum. Chief SM Brian H. Corcoran; petition September 19, 2022; compensation decision February 13, 2025. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01327-0 Date issued/filed: 2025-03-20 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 02/13/2025) regarding 38 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer, Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 22-1327V NATHAN YOUNG, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: February 13, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Lawrence R. Cohan, Saltz Mongeluzzi & Bendesky, Philadelphia, PA, for Petitioner. Camille J. Webster, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On September 19, 2022,Nathan Youngfiled 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 he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccination on October 11, 2019. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed at February 13, 2025, ¶¶ 2-4. Petitioner further alleges he sustained this SIRVA within the time period set forth in the Table following administration of the vaccine, that he experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months, and that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on his behalf as a result of his condition. Stipulation at ¶¶ 4-5. “Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the flu vaccine caused petitioner’s alleged SIRVA, or any other injury; and denies that petitioner’s current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. ” Stipulation at ¶ 6. 1Because 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. 2National 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 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 Page 2 of 7 Nevertheless, on February 13, 2025, 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 $10,000.00, 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 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 Page 3 of 7 IN THE UNITED STAT ES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS NATHAN YOUNG, Petitioner, V. No. 22-1327V Chief Special Master Corcoran SECRETARY OF HEALT H AND ECF HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: 1. Nathan Young ("petitioner") filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-10 to 34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of the influenza ("flu"} vaccine, which vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3(a). 2. Petitioner received a flu vaccination on October 11, 2019. 1 3. The flu vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner a11eges that he sustained a Table shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table following administration of the vaccine. Petitioner further alleges that he experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on bis behalf as a result of his condition. 1 Petitioner also received a Prevnar-13 vaccination on October 11, 2019. 1 Case 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the flu vaccine caused petitioner's alleged SIRVA, or any other injury; and denies that petitioner's 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 ofj udgment 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 vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum payment of$10,000.00 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-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry ofj udgment 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-2 l(a)(l), and an application, the parties 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 his 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. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 Case 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 Page 5 of 7 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation wil1 be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(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-15(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in his individual capacity and on behalf of his 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 or 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 flu vaccination or any other vaccination administered on October I l, 2019, as alleged in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about September 19, 2022, and an amended petition filed on October 20, 2023, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 22-l327V 14. If petitioner should die prior to entry ofj udgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 Case 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 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 Injwy Act of 1986, as amended, except as othetwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the pan 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 flu vaccine or any other vaccination caused petitioner's alleged SIRVA or any other injury or petitioner's current condition, or that petitioner suffered an injury contained in the Vaccine Injury Tab)e. 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 1:22-vv-01327-UNJ Document 39 Filed 03/20/25 Page 7 of 7 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: ATIORNEYOFRECORD AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PETITI OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: HEATHER L. PEARLMAN • 52nd Floor Deputy Director Philadelphia, PA I 9103 Torts Branch (215) 575-3887 Civil Division lcohan@smbb.com U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: ~:==~i s. Jeffrey :gnrd by Jeffr,y -s Beach Date: 2025.0l.29 16:59:37 --0s·oo· for CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH CAMILLE J. WEBSTER 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. Department of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington, DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A (202) 307-3241 Rockville, MD 20857 Camille. Webster@usdoj.gov 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01327-cl-extra-10827373 Date issued/filed: 2025-03-20 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10360785 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 22-1327V NATHAN YOUNG, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: February 13, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Lawrence R. Cohan, Saltz Mongeluzzi & Bendesky, Philadelphia, PA, for Petitioner. Camille J. Webster, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On September 19, 2022, Nathan Young 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 he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) after receiving an influenza (“flu”) vaccination on October 11, 2019. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed at February 13, 2025, ¶¶ 2-4. Petitioner further alleges he sustained this SIRVA within the time period set forth in the Table following administration of the vaccine, that he experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months, and that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on his behalf as a result of his condition. Stipulation at ¶¶ 4-5. “Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the flu vaccine caused petitioner’s alleged SIRVA, or any other injury; and denies that petitioner’s current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. ” Stipulation at ¶ 6. 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). Nevertheless, on February 13, 2025, 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 $10,000.00, 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 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS NATHAN YOUNG, Petitioner, V. No. 22-1327V Chief Special Master Corcoran SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND ECF HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: 1. Nathan Young ("petitioner") filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-10 to 34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of the influenza ("flu"} vaccine, which vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3(a). 2. Petitioner received a flu vaccination on October 11, 2019. 1 3. The flu vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner a11eges that he sustained a Table shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table following administration of the vaccine. Petitioner further alleges that he experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on bis behalf as a result of his condition. 1 Petitioner also received a Prevnar-13 vaccination on October 11, 2019. 1 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the flu vaccine caused petitioner's alleged SIRVA, or any other injury; and denies that petitioner's 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 ofjudgment 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 vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum payment of$10,000.00 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-15(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-2 l(a)(l), and an application, the parties 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 his 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. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 11 . Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation wil1 be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(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-15(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in his individual capacity and on behalf of his 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 or 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 flu vaccination or any other vaccination administered on October I l, 2019, as alleged in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about September 19, 2022, and an amended petition filed on October 20, 2023, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 22-l327V 14. If petitioner should die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court 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 Injwy Act of 1986, as amended, except as othetwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the pan 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 flu vaccine or any other vaccination caused petitioner's alleged SIRVA or any other injury or petitioner's current condition, or that petitioner suffered an injury contained in the Vaccine Injury Tab)e. 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: ATIORNEYOFRECORD AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PETITI OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: HEATHER L. PEARLMAN • 52nd Floor Deputy Director Philadelphia, PA I 9103 Torts Branch (215) 575-3887 Civil Division lcohan@smbb.com U.S. Department of Justice P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey s. ~:==~i : gnrd by Jeffr,y Beach -s Date: 2025.0l.29 16:59:37 --0s·oo· for CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH CAMILLE J. WEBSTER 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. Department of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington, DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A (202) 307-3241 Rockville, MD 20857 Camille.Webster@usdoj.gov 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01327-cl-extra-11256361 Date issued/filed: 2026-02-11 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10789720 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 22-1327V NATHAN YOUNG, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, v. Filed: December 31, 2025 SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Lawrence R. Cohan, Saltz, Mongeluzzi & Bendesky, Philadelphia, PA, for Petitioner. Camille J. Webster, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On September 19, 2022, Nathan Young, 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 he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration after receiving an influenza vaccination on October 11, 2019. Petition, ECF No. 1. On February 13, 2025, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the parties’ stipulation. ECF No. 38. 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 $20,538.76 (representing $19,166.40 in fees plus $1,372.36 in costs). Application for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed September 22, 2025, ECF No. 42. Furthermore, Petitioner filed a signed statement representing that no personal out-of- pocket expenses were incurred. ECF No. 42 at 36. Respondent reacted to the motion on October 6, 2025, stating 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. Response at 2-4, ECF No. 43. Petitioner filed no reply thereafter. I have reviewed the billing records submitted with Petitioner’s request. The hourly rates requested by Mr. Cohan are reasonable and consistent with our prior determinations and shall be awarded herein. Petitioner has also requested that I apply the hourly rate of $214.00 for paralegal work performed by Leah Amen in 2025. This rate exceeds the Vaccine Program’s 2025 published ranges for paralegals. 3 I shall instead compensate all paralegal work performed in 2025 at the lesser rate of $200.00 per hour, placing Ms. Amen within the applicable Forum range. Application of the foregoing reduces the fees to be awarded herein by $46.20. 4 All other time billed to the matter shall be awarded. Petitioner also provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. ECF No. 42 at 13-34. Respondent offered no specific objection to the rates or amounts sought. I find the requested costs reasonable and hereby award them in full. CONCLUSION 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 the total amount of $20,492.56 (representing $19,120.20 in fees plus $1,372.36 in costs) to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement. In the 3 The OSM Forum Hourly Rate Fee Schedules are available on the Court’s Website: https://www.uscfc.uscourts.gov/osm-attorneys-forum-hourly-rate-fee-schedules 4 This amount is calculated as follows: ($214.00 - $200.00 = $14.00 x 3.30 hours billed by paralegal in 2025) = $46.20. 2 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. 5 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 5 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), the parties may expedite entry of judgment by filing a joint notice renouncing their right to seek review. 3