Frederick Woodard v. HHS - Influenza, right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

On March 12, 2025, Frederick Woodard filed a petition alleging a right shoulder injury related to vaccine administration after an influenza vaccination on November 3, 2023. Respondent conceded entitlement.

The Rule 4(c) report stated that Mr. Woodard's alleged injury was consistent with a Table SIRVA: no prior right shoulder pain, inflammation, or dysfunction; pain within 48 hours of vaccination; symptoms limited to the vaccinated shoulder; no other condition explaining the symptoms; and residual effects lasting more than six months.

The public ruling does not describe his treatment course, imaging, therapy, or daily limitations. Chief Special Master Brian H.

Corcoran granted entitlement on September 25, 2025. Damages remain pending.

Mr. Woodard was represented by Paul R.

Brazil of Muller Brazil, LLP.