Melissa Brady v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Melissa Brady filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination received on September 16, 2022. The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table, noting that she had no prior history of shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours post-vaccination, and the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection site.
The respondent also confirmed that her condition persisted for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found Melissa Brady entitled to compensation.
Subsequently, the parties stipulated to an award of $85,000.00 for pain and suffering. This amount was awarded as a lump sum payment to Melissa Brady, an adult, to be disbursed through her counsel.