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Pneumococcal Vaccine Injuries

Fighting for Vaccine Injury Victims – Get the Compensation You Deserve

The pneumococcal vaccine is meant to prevent serious infections, but for some people, it causes serious complications. We’ve seen clients develop sharp pain in the arm or shoulder, limited mobility, weakness, or other reactions within hours or days of getting the vaccine. These aren’t mild side effects. Some people need surgery. Others miss work. Some never fully recover.

If that’s where you are, you may be able to file a claim through the federal Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) — and we can help. We’re not a general injury firm. We handle only vaccine injury cases, and we know exactly what to do next. You won’t pay us anything unless your case is successful. Start with a free consultation — and get answers from people who actually know what they’re doing.

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One of more of our attorneys have been recognized for the following:

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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.

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Types of Pneumococcal Vaccine Injury Cases We Handle

 

Shoulder Injuries After Vaccination

One of the most common injuries we see from the pneumococcal vaccine is persistent pain or weakness in the arm or shoulder. In many cases, this turns out to be SIRVA, or frozen shoulder, caused by the shot being given too high or too deep into the shoulder joint. If your range of motion hasn’t returned — or the pain has gotten worse over time — this may be a clear sign of a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration.

Severe Allergic Reactions

In some cases, patients experience a sudden and dangerous allergic reaction shortly after vaccination — symptoms like swelling, trouble breathing, or full-body hives. This can point to anaphylaxis. If you were rushed to the ER, given epinephrine, or told to carry an EpiPen after your pneumococcal shot, you may have suffered a severe vaccine reaction that qualifies for compensation.

Neurological or Autoimmune Complications

Though rare, some people report serious nerve-related symptoms after the pneumococcal vaccine — such as tingling, numbness, weakness, or paralysis. These may signal conditions like Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), which attacks the nervous system and can require hospitalization or long-term rehab. If your symptoms developed days or weeks after the shot and haven’t resolved, you may be dealing with a vaccine-related neurological injury.

Who Should Be Paying Close Attention

The pneumococcal vaccine is given to older adults, young children, and people with weakened immune systems — those already vulnerable to health issues. But when something goes wrong, these are the same people most likely to suffer lasting effects.

If you’ve seen unexpected pain, fatigue, weakness, or changes in behavior after the shot — even if it wasn’t immediate — it could be a vaccine-related injury. We work with families and caregivers who aren’t sure what happened, but know something isn’t right. If it was connected to the vaccine, we’ll help you take the next step.

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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.

Vaccine Injury Payouts

​As of January 1, 2025, the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) has adjudicated 418 claims related to injuries and deaths following pneumococcal conjugate vaccinations, such as Prevnar. Out of these, 170 claims have been compensated.

What About Prevnar and Mass Tort Lawsuits?

You may have seen news or ads about lawsuits involving the Prevnar vaccine — especially for severe reactions or injuries. While Prevnar (a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine) has been named in some legal actions, it’s important to understand that most vaccine-related injuries, including those from Prevnar, are not handled through mass torts or class actions.

Instead, they go through the VICP — a no-fault federal process that exists specifically to handle vaccine injury claims. This program was set up to protect both public health and individual rights, and it allows injured people to recover compensation without suing the vaccine manufacturer directly.

If you’ve had a reaction to Prevnar, or are caring for someone who has, filing a claim through the VICP may be your most direct path to compensation — and our law firm is built to handle exactly these types of federal claims.

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How Vaccine Injury Claims Work

 

Don’t Wait – Get Help For Your Injury Today

If you’ve suffered complications after receiving a pneumococcal vaccine like Prevnar or Pneumovax, you may qualify for compensation through the VICP. This applies to a wide range of vaccine-related injuries, from shoulder damage to serious allergic or neurological reactions.

Every vaccine injury claim is different, and outcomes depend on the severity of the injury and the strength of the medical evidence. Our legal team handles the entire claim process, from gathering medical records to coordinating expert medical testimony — so you don’t have to manage it alone.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

People who experience a pneumococcal vaccine injury may be entitled to compensation through the VICP. This includes not only the cost of treatment but the wider impact the injury has had on your life or ability to work. Compensation may cover:

  • Medical expenses (past and future)

  • Lost wages or future lost wages if you’ve been unable to return to work

  • Pain and suffering

  • Long-term care or rehab

  • Additional damages in cases involving medical negligence

Our law firm is dedicated to recovering full financial compensation for vaccine injury clients, and we only get paid if your case is successful. Attorney fees are covered separately by the program — you pay nothing out of pocket.

 

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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.

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1. Contact Your Doctor

If you suffered a vaccine-related injury, adverse effects or worsening symptoms, call your doctor immediately.

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