Lashawn L. Long v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Lashawn L. Long filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) from an influenza vaccination received on October 13, 2021.

The respondent conceded that Mr. Long's injury was consistent with SIRVA, as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table.

The respondent noted that Mr. Long had no prior history of shoulder issues, experienced pain within 48 hours of the vaccination, and the pain was localized to the injection site.

The respondent also agreed that Mr. Long suffered the effects of the injury for more than six months and met all other requirements for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on November 17, 2023, finding Mr. Long entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on January 5, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $62,500.00 for pain and suffering, which Mr. Long accepted.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr. Long a lump sum payment of $62,500.00 for all damages.