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Award $65,000.00 pain/suffering lump sum. Petition filed November 18, 2024. Counsel: Jeffrey S. Pop.","is_death":0,"date_of_death":null,"petition_filed_date":"2024-11-18","case_summary":"On November 18, 2024, Nelson Balanga filed a petition alleging SIRVA after an influenza vaccine administered on October 30, 2023. Respondent conceded entitlement, agreeing that Mr. Balanga's injury was consistent with Table SIRVA, including no prior shoulder history, pain within 48 hours, symptoms limited to the injection shoulder, and residual effects lasting more than six months.\n\nChief Special Master Corcoran granted entitlement on April 23, 2025. The damages proffer does not describe the treatment course in detail. Respondent proffered $65,000.00 for pain and suffering, and Mr. Balanga agreed. On May 14, 2025, the Special Master awarded $65,000.00 as a lump sum through counsel. 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