Still Have Questions?

• Why you need a specialized vaccine injury lawyer!

  Every vaccine injury claim depends on precision. The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program sets strict rules for how petitions are filed, what evidence is accepted, and when deadlines expire. Missing a single medical record or filing date can limit or reduce your compensation.

  At My Vaccine Lawyer, every case begins with detailed evidence mapping.

  • We verify vaccine dates, first symptoms, and treatment through your healthcare providers.

  • We prepare expert statements linking diagnosis to a covered vaccine.

  • We meet every federal claims filing standard, including record formatting and timeline validation.

  Claims that fail to meet these criteria can be dismissed or awarded less than their full value. Incomplete filings, missing test results, or unsupported causation often result in lower medical expenses and lost earnings awards. Strong documentation and well-structured petitions, on the other hand, consistently lead to faster and higher settlements.

  Only attorneys admitted to the United States Court of Federal Claims can represent petitioners before the program. My Vaccine Lawyer handles this process daily, ensuring every submission aligns with the expectations of the special master and the compensation program.

• How are new vaccines added to the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program?

  When new vaccines are approved for public use, they are reviewed for inclusion under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. The Secretary of Health and Human Services periodically evaluates data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine safety and updates the list of vaccines recommended for routine use. Once approved, these additions are published in the Federal Register and may be reflected on the official vaccine injury table as additional vaccines eligible for claims.

• Who decides outcomes in the Court of Federal Claims?

  Each case is assigned to one of eight special masters who specialize in vaccine litigation. These experts review all medical records, testimony, and evidence before issuing decisions. Their rulings are grounded in data from health care providers and research on confirmed adverse events, ensuring that every award reflects the medical facts presented.

• How does the program relate to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act?

  The National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act established the VICP as a safeguard for families affected by childhood vaccine injury while maintaining the stability of the national immunization system. The act created the compensation program, set filing procedures, and reaffirmed public confidence in vaccines by holding the government, not vaccine manufacturers, responsible for payouts through the federal trust fund.

• Are medical devices or delivery systems ever covered?

  Injuries caused directly by medical devices, such as syringes or injectors, are typically excluded from vaccine claims. The program focuses on biological reactions to vaccine ingredients rather than equipment-related issues. However, documentation from health care providers is essential to clarify whether the injury stemmed from the injection technique or the vaccine itself.

• Does the program monitor vaccine safety and adverse trends?

  Yes. The Department of Health and Human Services coordinates with agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration to track ongoing vaccine safety data. Reports of adverse events feed into national monitoring systems that help identify rare instances of serious reaction and guide updates to future vaccines recommended for the public.