Dilshod Joraev v. HHS - Influenza, bilateral shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2026)

Dilshod Joraev filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that he suffered bilateral shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) resulting from influenza and Tdap vaccines received on September 30, 2024. He stated that the vaccines were administered in the United States, his symptoms persisted for more than six months, and he had not filed any other action or received compensation for these injuries.

Respondent conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation for left- and right-sided Table SIRVA claims, agreeing that Petitioner had no prior history of shoulder issues, that pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and that the symptoms were limited to the vaccinated sides. Respondent also agreed that Petitioner suffered residual effects for more than six months and met all Vaccine Act requirements.

Based on the Respondent's concession and the record, the Chief Special Master found Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued.

Respondent proffered an award of $120,000.00 for pain and suffering, plus $3,477.88 to satisfy a Medicaid lien, which Petitioner agreed to. The Chief Special Master awarded these amounts, totaling $123,477.88.