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

Don Little 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 an influenza vaccine administered on October 11, 2021. The respondent conceded that Petitioner's injury is consistent with a SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table and that Petitioner satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on February 6, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on March 29, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $35,027.68, comprised of $35,000.00 for pain and suffering and $27.68 for past unreimbursable expenses.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Don Little a lump sum payment of $35,027.68.