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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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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 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:
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Medical expenses (past and future)
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Lost wages or future lost wages if you’ve been unable to return to work
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Pain and suffering
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Long-term care or rehab
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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.
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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I’m not sure if I had an adverse reaction — what should I look for?
With pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccines, most side effects are mild and pass quickly. But if you experienced lasting pain at the injection site, limited movement in your shoulder, weakness, or symptoms that worsened over days or weeks, it may be more than a temporary reaction. We can review your medical records and help determine if you suffered a compensable adverse reaction.
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Do I need a lawyer who only handles vaccine claims?
Yes — vaccine injury law is highly specialized. These cases aren’t handled in regular courts. They're heard in federal vaccine court and follow a completely different process. Our firm takes on only vaccine injury claims, which means we know the deadlines, documentation, and expert testimony needed to prove your case.
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What makes My Vaccine Lawyer attorneys different?
We’re not a general personal injury firm dabbling in vaccine work. Our vaccine injury attorneys focus entirely on these federal claims, and we’ve recovered millions for clients across the country. We understand how to work with Health and Human Services, prepare medical evidence, and present cases in the Court of Federal Claims.
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I already had health issues before the vaccine — can I still qualify?
Absolutely. Many people who receive the pneumococcal vaccine — especially pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccines — are older adults or individuals with compromised immune systems. If the vaccine caused a new injury or significantly worsened your condition, you may still be eligible for compensation. Our experienced attorneys can assess how the vaccine may have contributed.
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Is it expensive to file a vaccine injury claim?
No. Under the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, your legal fees are paid separately by the court — not out of your award. You’ll owe us nothing unless we win, and your initial consultation is completely free. It costs you nothing to find out if you have a case.
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