VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01189 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01189 Petitioner: Jaclyn Hallman Filed: 2024-08-19 Decided: 2024-09-25 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2022-10-21 Condition: Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 38250 AI-assisted case summary: Jaclyn Hallman filed a petition for vaccine compensation on August 19, 2024, alleging that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 21, 2022. Ms. Hallman claimed the injury was a Table injury and that she experienced residual effects for more than six months. The respondent denied that Ms. Hallman sustained a SIRVA Table injury or that the vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury. Despite these differing positions, the parties filed a joint stipulation on August 15, 2024, agreeing to settle the case and award compensation. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran adopted the stipulation as the decision. The decision awarded Ms. Hallman a lump sum of $38,250.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act. The decision was entered on September 25, 2024. Petitioner was represented by Leigh Finfer of Muller Brazil, LLP, and respondent was represented by Sarah Black Rifkin of the U.S. Department of Justice. The public decision does not describe the specific onset of symptoms, medical tests, or treatments received by Ms. Hallman. Theory of causation field: Petitioner Jaclyn Hallman alleged a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccine administered on October 21, 2022. The injury was alleged to be a Table injury with residual effects lasting more than six months. Respondent denied the SIRVA Table injury and causation. The parties filed a joint stipulation agreeing to settle the case. Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran adopted the stipulation, awarding Petitioner a lump sum of $38,250.00. The stipulation does not detail the specific mechanism of injury or name any medical experts. Petitioner was represented by Muller Brazil, LLP, and Respondent by the U.S. Department of Justice. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01189-0 Date issued/filed: 2024-09-25 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 08/19/2024) regarding 21 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer. Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. (kle) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 23-1189V JACLYN HALLMAN, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: August 19, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Leigh Finfer, Muller Brazil, LLP, Dresher, PA, for Petitioner. Sarah Black Rifkin, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On July 31, 2023, Jaclyn Hallman filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq.2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Table injury - a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") as a result of an influenza (“flu”) vaccine administered on October 21, 2022. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed August 15, 2024, ¶¶ 1- 2, 4. Petitioner further alleges that she received the vaccine in the United States, that she suffered the residual effects of her injury for more than six months, and that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action on her behalf as a result of her injury. Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5; Petition at 1, 3. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 2 of 7 Nevertheless, on August 15, 2024, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $38,250.00 in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, the Clerk of Court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this decision.3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 3 of 7 Vineslgn Document ID: AE46C8FF-1 F7F-44E5-A82D-AF0A 12D62BAA IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS JACLYN HALLMAN, Petitioner, No. 23-I 189V (ECF) Chief Special Master Corcoran v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. S'[IPJlLATJON The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: l. Jaclyn Hallman ("petitioner'), filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa•l0 to 34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of an influenza ("flu") vaccine. This vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3. 2. Petitioner received a flu vaccine on October 21, 2022. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she sustained a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table. She further claims that she experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on her behalf as a result of her alleged injuries. The signed document can be validated at https://app.vinesign.comNerify Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her cunent condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry ofj udgment reflecting a decision consistent with the terms of this Stipulation. and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the folJowing vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $38,250.00 in the fonn of a check payable to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry ofj udgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(aX1), and an application, the parties wiJI submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. I 0. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or servic.es for which the Program is not primarily liable under 42 U. S.C. § 300aa-l S(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX oft he Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 5 of 7 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l5(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorney's fees and litigation costs. and past unreimbursable expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa~IS{a) and {d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-1 S(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity, and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators. successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions or causes ofa ction (including agreements, judgments. claims, damages. loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l 0 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of: any and an known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from. or alleged to have resulted from, the flu vaccine administered on or about October 2 I, 2022, as alleged in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about July 31, 2023, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 23-1189V. l 4. If petitioner should die prior to entry ofj udgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 6 of 7 15. Ift he special master fails to issue a decision in complete confonnity with the tenns of this Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the tenns of this Stipulation, then the parties' settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this Stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties' respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items ofc ompensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. J7 . This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that the flu vaccine caused petitioner's alleged injuries or any other injury or her current disabilities, or that petitioner suffered an injury contained in the Vaccine Injury Table. l 8. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs. executors, administrators. successors. and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION 4 Case 1:23-vv-01189-UNJ Document 25 Filed 09/25/24 Page 7 of 7 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: JACLYN HALLMAN ATIORNEYOFRECORD AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PETITIONER: OF THE ATIORNEY GENERAL: d~~ - M t ~ ~ HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Muller Brazi~ LLC Deputy Director 715 Twining Road, Suite 208 Torts Branch Dresher, PA 19025 Civil Division Tel: (215) 885-1655 U.S.DepartmentofJustice Email: leigh@mullerbrazil.com P.O. Box 146 Benjamin FrankJin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OFTHESECRETARYOFHEALTB RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Je f fre y S. Digitally signed by Jeffn!y s. eeath -s Be ac h -S Date: 202◄.0S.06 tor 11:S3:4s -{)4'00' CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH SARAH B. RIFKIN Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs Torts Branch Health Systems Bureau Civil Division Health Resources and Services U.S. Department of Justice Administration P.O. Box 146 U.S. Department of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington, DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A Tel: (202) 305-5997 Rockville, MD 20857 Email: sarah.ritkin@usdoj.gov au.q • Dated; 115 I 'l 01.4 s ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01189-cl-extra-10734163 Date issued/filed: 2024-09-25 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10267573 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 23-1189V JACLYN HALLMAN, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: August 19, 2024 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Leigh Finfer, Muller Brazil, LLP, Dresher, PA, for Petitioner. Sarah Black Rifkin, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION 1 On July 31, 2023, Jaclyn Hallman filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq. 2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Table injury - a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") as a result of an influenza (“flu”) vaccine administered on October 21, 2022. Petition at 1; Stipulation, filed August 15, 2024, ¶¶ 1- 2, 4. Petitioner further alleges that she received the vaccine in the United States, that she suffered the residual effects of her injury for more than six months, and that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action on her behalf as a result of her injury. Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5; Petition at 1, 3. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation at ¶ 6. 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other information, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If, upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material from public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section references to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Nevertheless, on August 15, 2024, the parties filed the attached joint stipulation, stating that a decision should be entered awarding compensation. I find the stipulation reasonable and adopt it as my decision awarding damages, on the terms set forth therein. Pursuant to the terms stated in the attached Stipulation, I award the following compensation: A lump sum of $38,250.00 in the form of a check payable to Petitioner. Stipulation at ¶ 8. This amount represents compensation for all items of damages that would be available under Section 15(a). Id. I approve the requested amount for Petitioner’s compensation. In the absence of a motion for review filed pursuant to RCFC Appendix B, the Clerk of Court is directed to enter judgment in accordance with this decision. 3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), entry of judgment can be expedited by the parties’ joint filing of notice renouncing the right to seek review. 2 Vineslgn Document ID: AE46C8FF-1 F7F-44E5-A82D-AF0A12D62BAA IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS JACLYN HALLMAN, Petitioner, No. 23-I 189V (ECF) Chief Special Master Corcoran v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. S'[IPJlLATJON The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: l. Jaclyn Hallman ("petitioner'), filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa•l0 to 34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of an influenza ("flu") vaccine. This vaccine is contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § 100.3. 2. Petitioner received a flu vaccine on October 21, 2022. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she sustained a left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration ("SIRVA") within the time period set forth in the Table. She further claims that she experienced the residual effects of this condition for more than six months. 5. Petitioner represents that there has been no prior award or settlement of a civil action for damages on her behalf as a result of her alleged injuries. The signed document can be validated at https://app.vinesign.comNerify 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA Table injury; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her cunent condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. 7. Maintaining their above-stated positions, the parties nevertheless now agree that the issues between them shall be settled and that a decision should be entered awarding the compensation described in paragraph 8 of this Stipulation. 8. As soon as practicable after an entry ofjudgment reflecting a decision consistent with the terms of this Stipulation. and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the folJowing vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $38,250.00 in the fonn of a check payable to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). 9. As soon as practicable after the entry ofjudgment on entitlement in this case, and after petitioner has filed both a proper and timely election to receive compensation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(aX1), and an application, the parties wiJI submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in proceeding upon this petition. I 0. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or servic.es for which the Program is not primarily liable under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l S(g), to the extent that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX ofthe Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. 2 11. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l5(i), subject to the availability of sufficient statutory funds. 12. The parties and their attorneys further agree and stipulate that, except for any award for attorney's fees and litigation costs. and past unreimbursable expenses, the money provided pursuant to this Stipulation will be used solely for the benefit of petitioner as contemplated by a strict construction of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa~IS{a) and {d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-1 S(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in her individual capacity, and on behalf of her heirs, executors, administrators. successors or assigns, does forever irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and discharge the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from any and all actions or causes ofaction (including agreements, judgments. claims, damages. loss of services, expenses and all demands of whatever kind or nature) that have been brought, could have been brought, or could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l 0 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of: any and an known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from. or alleged to have resulted from, the flu vaccine administered on or about October 2 I, 2022, as alleged in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about July 31, 2023, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 23-1189V. l 4. If petitioner should die prior to entry ofjudgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 3 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete confonnity with the tenns of this Stipulation or if the Court of Federal Claims fails to enter judgment in conformity with a decision that is in complete conformity with the tenns of this Stipulation, then the parties' settlement and this Stipulation shall be voidable at the sole discretion of either party. 16. This Stipulation expresses a full and complete negotiated settlement of liability and damages claimed under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, as amended, except as otherwise noted in paragraph 9 above. There is absolutely no agreement on the part of the parties hereto to make any payment or to do any act or thing other than is herein expressly stated and clearly agreed to. The parties further agree and understand that the award described in this Stipulation may reflect a compromise of the parties' respective positions as to liability and/or amount of damages, and further, that a change in the nature of the injury or condition or in the items ofcompensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. J7. This Stipulation shall not be construed as an admission by the United States or the Secretary of Health and Human Services that the flu vaccine caused petitioner's alleged injuries or any other injury or her current disabilities, or that petitioner suffered an injury contained in the Vaccine Injury Table. l 8. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs. executors, administrators. successors. and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION 4 Respectfully submitted, PETITIONER: JACLYN HALLMAN ATIORNEYOFRECORD AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PETITIONER: OF THE ATIORNEY GENERAL: d~~ Muller Brazi~ LLC -Mt~~ HEATHER L. PEARLMAN Deputy Director 715 Twining Road, Suite 208 Torts Branch Dresher, PA 19025 Civil Division Tel: (215) 885-1655 U.S.DepartmentofJustice Email: leigh@mullerbrazil.com P.O. Box 146 Benjamin FrankJin Station Washington, DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY OF RECORD FOR OFTHESECRETARYOFHEALTB RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Digitally signed by Jeffrey S. Jeffn!y s. eeath -s Date: 202◄.0S.06 Beach -S 11:S3:4s -{)4'00' tor CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MD, MPH SARAH B. RIFKIN Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs Torts Branch Health Systems Bureau Civil Division Health Resources and Services U.S. Department of Justice Administration P.O. Box 146 U.S. Department of Health Benjamin Franklin Station and Human Services Washington, DC 20044-0146 5600 Fishers Lane, 08W-25A Tel: (202) 305-5997 Rockville, MD 20857 Email: sarah.ritkin@usdoj.gov Dated; au.q • 115 'l 01.4 I s ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01189-cl-extra-10823865 Date issued/filed: 2025-03-17 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10357277 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 23-1189V JACLYN HALLMAN, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: February 6, 2025 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. Leigh Finfer, Muller Brazil, LLP, Dresher, PA, for Petitioner. Sarah Black Rifkin, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On July 31, 2023, Jaclyn Hallman filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U.S.C. §300aa-10, et seq. 2 (the “Vaccine Act”). Petitioner alleged that she suffered a Table injury - a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 21, 2022. Petition, ECF No. 1. On August 19, 2024, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the parties’ stipulation. ECF No. 21. 1 Because this Decision contains a reasoned explanation for the action taken in this case, it must be made publicly accessible and will be posted on the United States Court of Federal Claims' website, and/or at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/uscourts/national/cofc, in accordance with the E-Government Act of 2002. 44 U.S.C. § 3501 note (2018) (Federal Management and Promotion of Electronic Government Services). This means the Decision will be available to anyone with access to the internet. In accordance with Vaccine Rule 18(b), Petitioner has 14 days to identify and move to redact medical or other inf ormation, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If , upon review, I agree that the identified material fits within this definition, I will redact such material f rom public access. 2 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, Pub. L. No. 99-660, 100 Stat. 3755. Hereinafter, for ease of citation, all section ref erences to the Vaccine Act will be to the pertinent subparagraph of 42 U.S.C. § 300aa (2018). Petitioner has now filed a motion for attorney’s fees and costs, requesting an award of $13,141.43 (representing $12,262.40 in fees plus $879.03 in costs). Application for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed September 30, 2024, ECF No. 26. Furthermore, counsel for Petitioner represents that Petitioner incurred no personal out- of-pocket expenses. Id. at 2. Respondent reacted to the motion on October 4, 2024, indicating that he is satisfied the statutory requirements for an award of attorneys’ fees and costs are met in this case but deferring resolution of the amount to be awarded to my discretion. Motion at 1-4, ECF No. 27. Petitioner filed no reply thereafter. I have reviewed the billing records submitted with Petitioner’s request. In my experience, the request appears reasonable, and I find no cause to reduce the requested hours or rates. Furthermore, Petitioner has provided supporting documentation for all claimed costs. ECF No. 26 at 16-19. Respondent offered no specific objection to the rates or amounts sought. I find the requested costs reasonable and hereby award them in full. The Vaccine Act permits an award of reasonable attorney’s fees and costs for successful claimants. Section 15(e). Accordingly, I hereby GRANT Petitioner’s Motion for attorney’s fees and costs. Petitioner is awarded attorneys’ fees and costs in the total amount of $13,141.43 (representing $12,262.40 in fees plus $879.03 in costs) to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement. In the absence of a timely-filed motion for review (see Appendix B to the Rules of the Court), the Clerk of Court shall enter judgment in accordance with this decision. 3 IT IS SO ORDERED. s/Brian H. Corcoran Brian H. Corcoran Chief Special Master 3 Pursuant to Vaccine Rule 11(a), the parties may expedite entry of judgment by f iling a joint notice renouncing their right to seek review. 2