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SIRVA Vaccine Injuries
Fighting for Vaccine Injury Victims – Get the Compensation You Deserve
SIRVA (Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration) is more common than most people realize. It happens when a vaccine is injected too high or too deep into the shoulder, often leading to pain, limited motion, or even serious damage like rotator cuff injuries or nerve issues. Symptoms usually begin within 48 hours and can affect your ability to work, exercise, or perform daily tasks. We see it frequently after flu, COVID-19, and tetanus shots.
The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) makes it easier for you to get compensated without suing your doctor. You don’t have to prove negligence — just that the injury occurred from the vaccine. Our team at My Vaccine Lawyer has extensive experience winning SIRVA claims through the VICP. We handle everything for you, and you don’t pay us unless we win.
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Hear Cheryl's Vaccine Injury Story
Cheryl, a former client of My Vaccine Lawyer, shares her experience with Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) following a flu shot. She describes the sudden onset of pain, limited shoulder mobility, and a long recovery process that led her to seek legal help from attorney Max Muller.
With his support, Cheryl filed a successful claim through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and received a settlement covering her medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. SIRVA symptoms typically include sudden pain within 48 hours of vaccination, restricted range of motion, and discomfort that can last for weeks or months.
Types of Vaccine Injury Cases We Handle
Most people associate vaccine injuries with allergic reactions or side effects, but one of the most common and overlooked injuries is SIRVA — shoulder damage caused by improper vaccine injection. Even though vaccines themselves are safe, incorrect injection technique can lead to serious shoulder problems like bursitis, tendonitis, and rotator cuff injuries. These injuries aren’t caused by the vaccine ingredients, but by how and where the shot is given.
Just like any medical procedure, vaccine administration must be done correctly to prevent harm. If a vaccine is injected improperly and causes a shoulder injury, responsibility may fall on the healthcare provider who administered it. There have been many instances of SIRVA caused by improper administration — and you may be eligible for compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.
Improper Vaccine Administration & SIRVA
SIRVA happens when a vaccine is injected too high or deep into the shoulder, damaging the underlying tissue, tendons, or nerves. Even though vaccines are safe, incorrect administration can lead to serious, long-lasting shoulder injuries. Common vaccines linked to SIRVA include flu, COVID-19, and tetanus shots.
Medical Negligence & Delayed Diagnosis
Healthcare providers must follow proper injection technique and respond quickly if shoulder pain or limited mobility develops. When SIRVA is misdiagnosed or ignored, it can lead to worsening injuries like frozen shoulder, rotator cuff tears, or chronic nerve damage.
Compensation for Vaccine-Related Shoulder Injuries
If you’ve developed shoulder pain or limited motion after a vaccine, you may qualify for compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). This can include medical costs, lost wages, physical therapy, and pain and suffering — and you don’t need to prove negligence to file a claim.
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Why Choose My Vaccine Lawyer?
Let an Experienced Vaccine Injury Lawyer Fight for You
When facing a vaccine injury claim, you need a law firm with the knowledge and experience to take on complex cases. Our attorneys have been recognized for their success in personal injury litigation and vaccine injury claims.
With a background in medical injury law and federal vaccine claims, our team has recovered millions for injured clients. We combine aggressive representation with personalized legal strategies to get you the best possible outcome.
Recent Results
SIRVA from the Flu Shot - $135,000 in compensation.
A Colorado woman suffered a shoulder injury after a flu shot. The client suffered from bursitis, tendonitis and adhesive capsulitis as the result of a flu shot. She was initially treated with physical therapy and a steroid injection. When conservative treatment failed to relieve her pain, she ende dup having a right shoulder arthroscopy, subacromial decompression and debridement.
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How Vaccine Injury Claims Work
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A vaccine injury claim allows individuals harmed by a severe allergic reaction to seek financial compensation. Unlike traditional lawsuits, these cases are handled through the VICP, a federal program designed to compensate vaccine injury victims.
Each person’s case is unique, and compensation depends on the severity of injuries suffered. At My Vaccine Lawyer, we handle all aspects of your claim, from gathering medical records to presenting expert testimony, so you can focus on recovery.
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Vaccine injury cases can result in substantial compensation. If you’ve suffered with SIRVA or other shoulder related injuries, you may be eligible for damages covering:
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Medical expenses
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Lost wages
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Pain and suffering
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Long-term care needs
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Punitive damages in cases of medical negligence
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The Legal Process for Vaccine Injury Cases
Vaccine injury cases follow a unique legal process. Since these claims are handled under the VICP, they require an attorney with experience in federal vaccine litigation. At My Vaccine Lawyer, we start with a free consultation to assess your claim. We then gather medical records, expert testimony, and supporting evidence to build a strong case. If a fair settlement isn’t offered, we are prepared to take your case to trial.
1. Contact Your Doctor
If you suffered a vaccine-related injury, adverse effects or worsening symptoms, call your doctor immediately.
Still Have Questions?
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Do I need vaccine injury attorneys to file a SIRVA claim, or can I do it myself?
While you can technically file a vaccine injury claim on your own, the process is complex and handled in federal claims court — not regular state court. Vaccine injury attorneys understand how the vaccine court works, how to present medical evidence, and how to deal with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which defends these claims. Having an experienced lawyer greatly increases your chances of success.
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Is SIRVA considered a vaccine related injury even if the vaccine itself wasn’t defective?
Yes. SIRVA is classified as a vaccine related injury not because of the vaccine contents, but because of improper injection technique. It qualifies under the Vaccine Injury Table and is eligible for compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), which covers adverse reactions caused by vaccine administration errors.
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What types of flu shot injuries are covered under the vaccine court?
Flu shot injuries that result in shoulder conditions like bursitis, tendonitis, rotator cuff tears, or nerve damage — all common with SIRVA — are covered. The vaccine court recognizes these as compensable injuries, provided symptoms begin within 48 hours of the flu shot and last more than 6 months or require surgical intervention.
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How does the vaccine injury claim process work for SIRVA?
Your vaccine injury attorney will first gather your medical records and confirm that your symptoms match the VICP guidelines for SIRVA. They then file a federal claim in vaccine court. The Department of Health and Human Services reviews the case, and if approved, you receive compensation without needing to prove negligence. Most cases are settled without going to trial.
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Will I have to pay attorney fees if I file a vaccine injury claim?
No. One of the benefits of the VICP is that it pays reasonable attorney fees separately from your compensation. That means you don't pay out of pocket, and even if your claim is denied, your attorney still gets paid through the program — not from your settlement. It’s a risk-free way to pursue justice for your vaccine related injury.
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