Julia Hill v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Julia Hill filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccination on November 9, 2021. She further alleged that she suffered residual effects of her injury for more than six months.

The respondent conceded that Petitioner's alleged injury is consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table and that she satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. An entitlement ruling was issued on May 15, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on September 17, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $65,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $65,000.00 for pain and suffering.