Suzanne Meeley v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Suzanne Meeley filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination received on September 16, 2021. The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with SIRVA, noting that she had no prior history of shoulder issues, pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, the pain was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain.

The respondent also agreed that she suffered residual effects for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court found Suzanne Meeley entitled to compensation.

A decision awarding damages followed, granting her a lump sum payment of $60,000.00 for past pain and suffering. This amount represents compensation for all damages available under the program.