Sheri Blake v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Sheri Blake filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered a Table shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) as a result of an influenza vaccination received on October 17, 2022. She further alleged that her symptoms persisted for more than six months.

The respondent conceded that her injury was consistent with SIRVA, noting that she had no prior history of shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours after the vaccination, and the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection site. The respondent also agreed that her symptoms persisted for more than six months and that she met all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on December 23, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on March 10, 2025, a decision awarding damages was issued.

The parties stipulated to an award of $100,000.00 for pain and suffering, to be paid as a lump sum through an ACH deposit to her counsel's IOLTA account for prompt disbursement to Ms. Blake.