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

Richa Sharma, an adult, received an influenza vaccine on September 22, 2021. Within 48 hours, she developed left shoulder pain and was diagnosed with shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA).

The respondent conceded that her injury met the criteria for SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table, noting that she had no prior shoulder issues, the pain occurred shortly after vaccination, was localized to the injection site, and no other condition explained the symptoms. The respondent also agreed that her condition persisted for more than six months, satisfying all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 5, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on April 29, 2024, a decision awarding damages was issued, granting a lump sum payment of $35,000.00 for pain and suffering, based on a proffer agreed to by both parties.

The case proceeded as a Table claim, and the award covered all elements of compensation.