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Federal Vaccination Compensation Attorneys for SIRVA Injuries

Chicago Based SIRVA Injury Lawyers Representing Vaccine Injured Clients Nationally

Shoulder injury related to vaccine administration, or SIRVA, is a condition associated with severe shoulder pain and decreased range of motion in the affected arm after receiving a vaccination. While the medical reasons for a SIRVA injury are not entirely known, it is suspected to be related to improper vaccine administration, though SIRVA may also manifest even when a shot is properly administered due to an aberrant immunological response in the body to the vaccine or its components.

At Kraus Law Group, we work with children and adults suffering from the often debilitating pain of a shoulder injury caused by vaccine administration. Our team serves clients across the nation by providing high-quality and trusted vaccine injuries representation in the United States Court of Federal Claims. Unlike other firms, vaccine injury law is all we do. Our goal is to help secure compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) to help families and individuals contend with the challenges they face. When you call Kraus Law Group, you speak directly with one of our attorneys as they handle all intake calls. Our passion for helping individuals injured by vaccines means that throughout your case, you work directly with your attorney.

In a representative case handled by Attorney Ed Kraus our client suffered a SIRVA injury following a Hepatitis B vaccination. Our client suffered from severe shoulder pain that limited her range of motion and made it impossible for her to continue working as a surgical nurse. She underwent multiple surgeries and was awarded a lump sum payment of $475,000 for her pain and suffering and lost wages.

In another representative SIRVA case, Attorney Brynna Gang represented an individual that suffered bilateral SIRVA injuries following influenza and Tdap vaccinations. After undergoing bilateral steroid injections, and physical therapy, our client underwent surgery to her dominant arm. She was awarded a lump sum payment of $145,000 as well as out-of-pocket expenses, with the final award totaling over $153,000.00.

In another representative SIRVA case, Attorney Brynna Gang represented an individual that suffered a catastrophic shoulder injury following an influenza vaccination. Our client went through several surgeries, years of physical therapy, infusion therapy, and still requires ongoing pain management. She was awarded a lump sum payment of over $247,000.

Understanding SIRVA Symptoms and Treatment

How do you know if you have SIRVA? While symptoms can vary from person-to-person, common symptoms include shoulder pain, weakness, inflammation and decreased range of motion. SIRVA pathology can lead to a variety of chronic shoulder conditions such as a rotator cuff injury, bursitis, tendonitis, and frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). According to the Vaccine Injury Table, there are several factors that help to establish the legal definition of a SIRVA injury:

  • No history of pain, inflammation or dysfunction in the affected area prior to the vaccine administration;
  • Pain must occur with the time-frame associated with the injury (usually within 48 hours or less);
  • Pain and reduced range of motion must be in the shoulder where vaccine was administered; and
  • No other condition is present at the time of vaccine administration that would exhibit SIRVA symptoms.

It is normal to experience some pain or discomfort after a shot in the shoulder, but if that pain continues, increases or limits your range of motion, you should seek medical assistance. Treatment options often include physical therapy, medication management and possibly steroid injections to control the inflammation. In some cases, surgery may be recommended.

What Vaccines May Cause SIRVA?

Any vaccination injected into the shoulder could potentially cause a SIRVA injury. Some vaccines linked to this condition include:

While SIRVA injuries are rare, they do occur. If you believe you are suffering from this type of injury, it is important to seek medical help as soon as possible and speak with a reputable vaccine injury lawyer.

Hire SIRVA Vaccine Injuries Attorneys

When you contact our office you speak directly to an attorney. We are a client-centered firm providing no-cost personalized service in vaccine injury matters. We understand your need to be heard. Do not try to fight this battle alone. Align with a respected vaccine injury practice with almost 20 years of experience fighting for the rights of the vaccine injured. While we are located in Chicago, Illinois and are happy to serve our local clients, we assist clients nationwide. Please call our office at 312-858-2177 today to speak with an attorney.

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