Lisa Alber v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2026)

Lisa Alber filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) caused by an influenza vaccine received on October 3, 2023. The respondent acknowledged that the petitioner had no prior history of shoulder pain, that shoulder pain occurred within forty-eight hours after vaccination, and that the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the vaccinated shoulder.

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