Charles Terrio, III v. HHS - Tdap, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2026)

Charles Terrio, III filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on May 12, 2026, alleging he suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) from a Tdap vaccine received on July 1, 2024. He stated that the vaccine was administered in the United States, his injuries have lasted more than six months, and no prior action or compensation has been sought for these injuries.

Respondent conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his injury was consistent with SIRVA. Respondent noted that Petitioner had no prior history of shoulder pain, the pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and the pain was limited to the side of administration.

Respondent also agreed that Petitioner suffered residual effects for more than six months and met all legal prerequisites for compensation. Based on Respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found Petitioner entitled to compensation.