Garrett Dolling v. HHS - Tdap, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Garrett Dolling filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following a Tdap vaccination on January 31, 2022. He claimed the residual effects of this injury lasted for more than six months.

The respondent conceded that Mr. Dolling was entitled to compensation, stating his injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table.

Specifically, he had no prior shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent agreed that Mr.

Dolling met all legal prerequisites for compensation. Subsequently, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Mr.

Dolling eligible for compensation. The parties then agreed to a proffer on award of compensation, with the respondent recommending $47,500.00 for pain and suffering.

The decision awarding damages confirmed this amount, awarding Mr. Dolling a lump sum payment of $47,500.00 for pain and suffering.