Folashade Taylor v. HHS - Tdap, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Folashade Taylor filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging she suffered a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving a Tdap vaccine on April 29, 2020. She stated that she received the vaccine in the United States, continues to suffer residual effects more than six months later, and has not filed a civil action or received other compensation for her injury.

The respondent conceded that her alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA, a defined Table injury, and that she satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on February 5, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on August 2, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $130,000.00 for pain and suffering, which petitioner agreed to. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Folashade Taylor a lump sum payment of $130,000.00 for pain and suffering, representing all damages available under the Act.