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

Jennifer Kuch filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccination on October 11, 2022. She further alleged that her symptoms persisted for more than six months.

The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation. The respondent agreed that Petitioner's alleged injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table, noting she had no prior shoulder issues, the pain occurred within forty-eight hours of vaccination, and the symptoms were limited to the injection site.

The respondent also agreed that Petitioner suffered residual effects for more than six months and had satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the Chief Special Master found that Jennifer Kuch is entitled to compensation.

The case is proceeding to determine the award amount.