Christopher T. Jackson v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Christopher T. Jackson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on October 24, 2022.

He further alleged that the residual effects of his injury lasted for more than six months. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Jackson's alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table, noting he had no prior shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection site. The respondent agreed that Mr.

Jackson satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on December 10, 2024, finding him entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on March 24, 2025, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending a total of $75,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Mr. Jackson agreed to.

On May 2, 2025, the Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr. Jackson a lump sum payment of $75,000.00 for all damages.