VICP Registry Case Source Bundle Canonical URL: https://vicp-registry.org/case/USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01723 Package ID: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01723 Petitioner: Sara Gaddy Filed: 2023-10-04 Decided: 2026-01-09 Vaccine: influenza Vaccination date: 2020-10-05 Condition: shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) Outcome: compensated Award amount USD: 28000 AI-assisted case summary: On October 4, 2023, Sara Gaddy filed a petition alleging that an influenza vaccination administered on October 5, 2020 caused a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration. She alleged a Table SIRVA and residual effects lasting more than six months. Respondent denied that Ms. Gaddy sustained a Table SIRVA, denied that the vaccine caused her alleged shoulder injury or any other injury, and denied that her current condition was a sequela of a vaccine-related injury. Because the case resolved through a stipulation, the public decision does not describe the onset history, treatment course, imaging, injections, physical therapy, or expert analysis. On January 9, 2026, Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran adopted the parties' stipulation and awarded a lump sum of $28,000.00, payable through counsel's IOLTA account. A later February 25, 2026 attorney-fee decision did not change the injury-compensation award. Theory of causation field: Influenza vaccine on October 5, 2020, allegedly causing SIRVA; COMPENSATED by stipulation. Respondent denied Table SIRVA, vaccine causation, and current sequelae. Public stipulation gives limited medical detail. Award $28,000 lump sum. Chief SM Brian H. Corcoran, petition filed October 4, 2023; decision January 9, 2026. Attorney: John Robert Howie Jr., Howie Law, Dallas TX. Public staged source text: ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 1: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01723-0 Date issued/filed: 2026-02-09 Pages: 7 Docket text: PUBLIC DECISION (Originally filed: 01/09/2026) regarding 35 DECISION Stipulation/Proffer ( Signed by Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran. )(mpj) Service on parties made. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case 1:23-vv-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 1 of 7 In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 23-1723V SARA GADDY, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: January 9, 2026 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Jr., Howie Law, P.C., Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Elizabeth Andary, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On October (cid:23), 2023, Sara Gaddy 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 shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) as a result of an October 5, 2020 influenza (“flu”) vaccination. Petition at ¶¶ 1-2, 6; Stipulation at ¶¶ 2, 4. Petitioner further alleges that she received her vaccination 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. Petition at ¶¶ 1, 4-5; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined in the Table;(cid:3) denies that the vaccine caused [P]etitioner’s alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury;(cid:3) and denies that her current condition is a sequela of a vaccine-related injury.” Stipulation(cid:3) 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-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 2 of 7 Nevertheless, on January 8, 2026, 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 $28,000.00, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement 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-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 3 of 7 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS SARA GADDY, Petitioner, v. No. 23-1723V Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND ECF HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: I. Sara Gaddy ("petitioner") filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-10 to -34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of an influenza ("flu") vaccine, which is a vaccine contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § I 00.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccine in her left ann on October 5, 2020. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") within the time frame set forth in the Table following administration of the flu vaccine,and that she experienced the residual effects of this injury 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 the alleged injury. Case 1:23-vv-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 4 of 7 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined in the Table; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current 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 tenns of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuantto42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $28,000.00 to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l S(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 (a)(l), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incmred 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 services for which the Program is not primarily liable under42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g), to the extentthat payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or 2 Case 1:23-vv-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 5 of 7 State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. I I. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 oft his Stipulation, and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation, will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa l 5(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 attorneys' 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 of4 2 U.S.C. § 300aa-l 5(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-15(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in petitioner's individual capacity, and on behalf of petitioner's 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 of action {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 hereafter could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U .S.C. § 300aa-l0 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or that may be alleged to have resulted fro~, the flu vaccination administered on or about October 5, 2020, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about October 4, 2023, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 23-1723V. 3 Case 1:23-vv-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 6 of 7 14. Jf petitioner should die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the terms 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 terms 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 of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. 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 to suffer a shoulder injury or her current disabilities, or any other injury or condition, or that petitioner sustained an injury contained in the Vaccine lnjury Table. 18. 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-01723-UNJ Document 42 Filed 02/09/26 Page 7 of 7 Respei:tfull)' submilted, PETITIONER: ATIORNEV OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE ATIORNEY GENERAL: ~Q~ HEA THl!R L. PEARLMAN Ho Law, PC Deputy Director 2608 Hibernia Strecl Tor1sBranch Dallas, TX 7S204 I Civil Division (214) 622-6340 U.S. Department of Justice E-mail: sho~s:@howjclaw.nc1 P.O.Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington. DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATIORNE'Y OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: Jeffrey S 0'9ftally signed by -s• Jeffrey S. Beach ·S Beach Date:2026.01.06 Cl- ~ 09'.33:22 -OS'OO' for ~ 2 CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MO, MPH EU.ABETH A. ANDARY Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs Torts Branch Health Systems Bun.!au 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, l4W-J8 Tel: (202) 616-9824 Rockville, MD 20857 E-mail: Elizabcth.A.Andary@usdoj.82\ 8 / A();J._V) Dated: / r/ I s ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 2: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01723-cl-extra-11252853 Date issued/filed: 2026-02-09 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10786212 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 23-1723V SARA GADDY, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, Filed: January 9, 2026 v. SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Jr., Howie Law, P.C., Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Elizabeth Andary, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON JOINT STIPULATION1 On October , 2023, Sara Gaddy 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 shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (“SIRVA”) as a result of an October 5, 2020 influenza (“flu”) vaccination. Petition at ¶¶ 1-2, 6; Stipulation at ¶¶ 2, 4. Petitioner further alleges that she received her vaccination 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. Petition at ¶¶ 1, 4-5; Stipulation at ¶¶ 3-5. “Respondent denies that [P]etitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined in the Table; 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 January 8, 2026, 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 $28,000.00, to be paid through an ACH deposit to Petitioner’s counsel’s IOLTA account for prompt disbursement 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 IN THE UNITED STATES COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS SARA GADDY, Petitioner, v. No. 23-1723V Chief Special Master Brian H. Corcoran SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND ECF HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. STIPULATION The parties hereby stipulate to the following matters: I . Sara Gaddy ("petitioner") filed a petition for vaccine compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-10 to -34 (the "Vaccine Program"). The petition seeks compensation for injuries allegedly related to petitioner's receipt of an influenza ("flu") vaccine, which is a vaccine contained in the Vaccine Injury Table (the "Table"), 42 C.F.R. § I 00.3(a). 2. Petitioner received the flu vaccine in her left ann on October 5, 2020. 3. The vaccine was administered within the United States. 4. Petitioner alleges that she suffered a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration ("SIRVA") within the time frame set forth in the Table following administration of the flu vaccine,and that she experienced the residual effects of this injury 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 the alleged injury. 6. Respondent denies that petitioner sustained a SIRVA, as defined in the Table; denies that the vaccine caused petitioner's alleged shoulder injury, or any other injury; and denies that her current 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 tenns of this Stipulation, and after petitioner has filed an election to receive compensation pursuantto42 U.S.C. § 300aa-21(a)(l), the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue the following vaccine compensation payment: A lump sum of $28,000.00 to be paid through an ACH deposit to petitioner's counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to petitioner. This amount represents compensation for all damages that would be available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l S(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 (a)(l), and an application, the parties will submit to further proceedings before the special master to award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incmred in proceeding upon this petition. I0. Petitioner and her attorney represent that compensation to be provided pursuant to this Stipulation is not for any items or services for which the Program is not primarily liable under42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(g), to the extentthat payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under any State compensation programs, insurance policies, Federal or 2 State health benefits programs (other than Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.)), or by entities that provide health services on a pre-paid basis. I I. Payment made pursuant to paragraph 8 ofthis Stipulation, and any amounts awarded pursuant to paragraph 9 of this Stipulation, will be made in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 300aa- l 5(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 attorneys' 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 of42 U.S.C. § 300aa-l 5(a) and (d), and subject to the conditions of 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-15(g) and (h). 13. In return for the payments described in paragraphs 8 and 9, petitioner, in petitioner's individual capacity, and on behalf of petitioner's 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 of action {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 hereafter could be timely brought in the Court of Federal Claims, under the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 42 U .S.C. § 300aa-l0 et seq., on account of, or in any way growing out of, any and all known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected personal injuries to or death of petitioner resulting from, or that may be alleged to have resulted fro~, the flu vaccination administered on or about October 5, 2020, as alleged by petitioner in a petition for vaccine compensation filed on or about October 4, 2023, in the United States Court of Federal Claims as petition No. 23-1723V. 3 14. Jf petitioner should die prior to entry of judgment, this agreement shall be voidable upon proper notice to the Court on behalf of either or both of the parties. 15. If the special master fails to issue a decision in complete conformity with the terms 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 terms 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 of compensation sought, is not grounds to modify or revise this agreement. 17. 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 to suffer a shoulder injury or her current disabilities, or any other injury or condition, or that petitioner sustained an injury contained in the Vaccine lnjury Table. 18. All rights and obligations of petitioner hereunder shall apply equally to petitioner's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns. END OF STIPULATION 4 Respei:tfull)' submilted, PETITIONER: ATIORNEV OF RECORD FOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PETITIONER: OF THE ATIORNEY GENERAL: ~Q~ HEATHl!R L. PEARLMAN Ho Law, PC Deputy Director 2608 Hibernia Strecl Tor1sBranch Dallas, TX 7S204 I Civil Division (214) 622-6340 U.S. Department of Justice E-mail: sho~s:@howjclaw.nc1 P.O. Box 146 Benjamin Franklin Station Washington. DC 20044-0146 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ATIORNE'Y OF RECORD FOR OF THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH RESPONDENT: AND HUMAN SERVICES: 0'9ftally signed by Jeffrey S • Jeffrey S. Beach ·S Beach -s Date:2026.01.06 for 09'.33:22 -OS'OO' ~ 2 Cl- ~ CAPT GEORGE REED GRIMES, MO, MPH EU.ABETH A. ANDARY Director, Division of Injury Trial Attorney Compensation Programs Torts Branch Health Systems Bun.!au 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, l4W-J8 Tel: (202) 616-9824 Rockville, MD 20857 E-mail: Elizabcth.A.Andary@usdoj.82\ r 8I/ A();J._V) Dated: / / s ================================================================================ DOCUMENT 3: USCOURTS-cofc-1_23-vv-01723-cl-extra-11298560 Date issued/filed: 2026-03-30 Pages: 1 Docket text: Supplementary opinion from CourtListener cluster 10831323 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the United States Court of Federal Claims OFFICE OF SPECIAL MASTERS No. 23-1723V SARA GADDY, Chief Special Master Corcoran Petitioner, v. Filed: February 25, 2026 SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Respondent. John Robert Howie, Jr., Howie Law, P.C., Dallas, TX, for Petitioner. Elizabeth Andary, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, for Respondent. DECISION ON ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS 1 On October 4, 2023, Sara Gaddy 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 shoulder injury related to vaccine administration as a result of an October 5, 2020, influenza vaccination. Petition, ECF No. 1. On January 9, 2026, I issued a decision awarding compensation to Petitioner based on the parties’ stipulation. ECF No. 35. 1Because 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). Petitioner has now filed a motion for attorney’s fees and costs, requesting an award of $34,567.09 (representing $33,604.70 in fees plus $962.39 in costs). Application for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs (“Motion”) filed January 14, 2026. ECF No. 39. Furthermore, Petitioner filed a signed statement representing that she incurred no personal out-of- pocket expenses. ECF No. 39-4. Respondent reacted to the motion on January 20, 2026, indicating that he is satisfied that the statutory requirements for an award of attorneys’ fees and costs are met in this case but defers resolution of the amount to be awarded to my discretion. ECF No. 40 at 2-4. Petitioner did not file a 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. 39-3. 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 $34,567.09 (representing $33,604.70 in fees plus $962.39 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 filing a joint notice renouncing their right to seek review. 2