VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01725 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01725 Petitioner: Hanna Battung Filed: 2022-11-22 Decided: 2024-07-30 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2021-10-05 Condition: Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 30000 AI-assisted case summary: Hanna Battung filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on November 22, 2022, alleging she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on October 5, 2021. She further alleged that she experienced residual effects of this injury for more than six months. Respondent denied that Petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury, denied that the flu vaccine caused her injury, and denied that the flu vaccine caused any other injury or her current condition. Despite these denials, the parties filed a joint stipulation agreeing to settle the case and award compensation. The Chief Special Master found the stipulation reasonable and adopted it as the decision. Hanna Battung was awarded a lump sum of $30,000.00 as compensation for all items of damages available under the Vaccine Act. This award represents a settlement of liability and damages, and the parties agreed that the flu vaccine did not necessarily cause the alleged injury. Theory of causation field: Table Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01725-0 Date issued/filed: 2024-07-30 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 06/26/2024) regarding 34 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (nh) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:22-vv-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 22-1725V HANNA BATTUNG, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: June 26, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Michael G. McLaren, Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, P.C., Memphis, TN, for Petitioner. Adam N. Muffett, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On November 22, 2022, Hanna Battung 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 shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) following an influenza vaccination she received on October 5, 2021. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed at June 25, 2024, ¶¶ 2, 4. Petitioner further alleges that she has suffered the residual effects of her vaccine-related injury for more than six months. Petition at ¶ 15; Stipulation at ¶ 4. “Respondent denies that Petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that Petitioner’s alleged shoulder injury was caused-in-fact by the flu vaccine, and denies that the flu vaccine caused Petitioner any other injury or her current condition.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. Nevertheless, on June 25, 2024, 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. 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 1:22-vv-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 2 of 7 Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $30,000.00 in the form of a check payable 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-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 3 of 7 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS ) HANNA BA TTUNG, ) ) Petitioner, ) ) No. 22-1725V (ECF) V. ) Chief Special Master Corcoran ) SECRETARY OF HEALTH ) AND HUMAN SERVICES, ) ) Respondent. ) STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: I. Hanna Battung, petitioner, filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l Oto -34 ("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 ("Table"), 42 C.F.R. § I 00.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccination in her left shoulder on October 5, 2021. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table, 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. Case 1:22-vv-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table Injury, denies that petitioner's alleged shoulder injury was caused-in-fact by the flu vaccine, and denies that the flu vaccine caused petitioner any other injury or her current condition. 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-2 I (a)(l ), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $30,000.00 in the form of a check payable 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-21 ( a)(I ), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. I 0. 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. § 1396, et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 Case 1:22-vv-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 5 of 7 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 attorney 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 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 flu vaccine administered on or about October 5, 2021, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on November 22, 2022, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 22-1725V. 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 Case 1:22-vv-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 6 of 7 15. If the Chief 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 flu vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury or any other injury. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION I I I I I I I I I I 4 Case 1:22-vv-01725-UNJ Document 38 Filed 07/30/24 Page 7 of 7 ~--- - ---- ----------------· - Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: HA~ A ITORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: ~#.L t/ ffu;., .:(?.,~- ,ML~9 ~ -GIIRf~ J. WEDD /11,-Jiq_e, / ~. l"lc/we,,n HEATHER L. PEARLMA~ Black McClaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, P.C. Deputy Director 530 Oak Court Dr., Suite 360 Torts Branch Memphis, TN 38117 Civil Division (90 I) 952-5242 U.S. Department of Justice cwebb@blackmclaw.com P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMANs S ERVICES: Jeffrey Digitally signed by • Jeffrey S. Beach -S Beach -5 Date:2024.06.13 ~ !\!If!_~ 13:42:24 -04'00' foL CDR GEORGE REl;.D GRIMES, MD, MPH AAMN.MlJFFETT 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) 616-2895 Rockville, MD 20857 adam.muffett@usdoj.gov 6 - 2 S·- 2 0 2 Y Dated: 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01725-cl-extra-10734648 Date issued/filed: 2024-07-30 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10268058 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 22-1725V HANNA BATTUNG, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: June 26, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Michael G. McLaren, Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, P.C., Memphis, TN, for Petitioner. Adam N. Muffett, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION 1 On November 22, 2022, Hanna Battung 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 shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) following an influenza vaccination she received on October 5, 2021. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed at June 25, 2024, ¶¶ 2, 4. Petitioner further alleges that she has suffered the residual effects of her vaccine-related injury for more than six months. Petition at ¶ 15; Stipulation at ¶ 4. “Respondent denies that Petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that Petitioner’s alleged shoulder injury was caused-in-fact by the flu vaccine, and denies that the flu vaccine caused Petitioner any other injury or her current condition.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. Nevertheless, on June 25, 2024, 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. 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). Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $30,000.00 in the form of a check payable 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 ) HANNA BA TTUNG, ) ) Petitioner, ) ) No. 22-1725V (ECF) V. ) Chief Special Master Corcoran ) SECRETARY OF HEALTH ) AND HUMAN SERVICES, ) ) Respondent. ) STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: I. Hanna Battung, petitioner, filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l Oto -34 ("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 ("Table"), 42 C.F.R. § I 00.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccination in her left shoulder on October 5, 2021. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table, 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. 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table Injury, denies that petitioner's alleged shoulder injury was caused-in-fact by the flu vaccine, and denies that the flu vaccine caused petitioner any other injury or her current condition. 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-2 I (a)(l ), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $30,000.00 in the form of a check payable 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-21 (a)(I ), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. I 0. 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. § 1396, et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 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 attorney 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 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 flu vaccine administered on or about October 5, 2021 , as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on November 22, 2022, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 22-1725V. 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 Chief 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 admi ssion by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that the flu vaccine caused petitioner' s alleged shoulder injury or any other injury. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner' s heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION I I I I I I I I I I 4 - ---- ----------------·- ~--- Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: HA~ A ITORNEY OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL: ~#.L t/ ffu;., .:(?.,~- ,M L ~ 9 ~ -GI IRf~ J. WEDD /11, -Jiq_e, / ~. l"lc/we,,n HEATHER L. PEARLMA~ Black McClaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, P.C. Deputy Director 530 Oak Court Dr., Suite 360 Torts Branch Memphis, TN 38117 Civil Division (90 I) 952-5242 U.S. Department of Justice cwebb@blackmclaw.com 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• Jeffrey Digitally signed by S. Beach -S Beach -5 Date:2024.06.13 13:42:24 -04'00' foL CDR GEORGE REl;.D GRIMES, MD, MPH ~ AAMN.MlJFFETT !\!If!_~ 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) 616-2895 Rockville, MD 20857 adam.muffett@usdoj.gov Dated: 6 - 2 S·- 2 0 2 Y 5 ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_22-vv-01725-cl-extra-10804032 Date issued/filed: 2025-02-21 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10337444 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 22-1725V HANNA BATTUNG, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, v. Filed: January 17, 2025 SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Michael G. McLaren, Black McLaren et al., PC Memphis, TN, for Petitioner. Adam Nemeth Muffett, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On November 22, 2022, Hanna Battung 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 shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) following an influenza vaccination she received on October 5, 2021. Petition at 1. On June 26, 2024, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the parties’ stipulation. ECF No. 34. Petitioner has now filed a motion for attorney’s fees and costs, requesting an award of $42,475.80 (representing $39,406.50 in fees plus $3,069.30 in costs). Motion for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed September 25, 2024, ECF No. 39. 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. Furthermore, Petitioner filed a signed statement representing that Petitioner incurred no personal out-of-pocket expenses. ECF No. 39-3. Respondent reacted to the motion on October 9, 2024, indicating 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. 40. Petitioner did not file a reply. I have reviewed the billing records submitted with Petitioner’s request. In my experience, the request appears reasonable, and I find no cause to reduce the requested hours or rates. Furthermore, Petitioner has provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. ECF No. 39-2. Respondent offered no specific objection to the rates or amounts sought. I find the requested costs reasonable and hereby award them in full. 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 attorneys’ fees and costs in the total amount of $42,475.80 (representing $39,406.50 for attorneys’ fees and $3,069.30 for attorneys’ costs) to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement. In the 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. 2 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 2 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), the parties may expedite entry of judgment by filing a joint notice renouncing their right to seek review. 2