Michael C. Henderson v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Michael C. Henderson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccination on December 28, 2021.

He further alleged that he suffered residual effects of his 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 Petitioner satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on May 6, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on July 2, 2024, the respondent filed a Proffer on Award of Compensation, recommending an award of $70,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to.

The Chief Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages on August 6, 2024, awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $70,000.00 for pain and suffering.