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You got your flu shot to stay healthy. Instead, you got injured. Whether it's shoulder pain from SIRVA, nerve damage, or another flu shot injury, you're dealing with real medical problems that started right after your vaccine. Flu shot injuries include SIRVA, GBS, Bell's Palsy, and neurological conditions. Our Flu Shot Injury lawyers have helped thousands of clients through the federal VICP program.
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Flu Shots & Vaccine Injuries
Find Out If You Qualify for Compensation Through the VICP
If your flu shot caused a shoulder injury, nerve damage, or other serious effects, you may be eligible for vaccine injury compensation, often exceeding $150,000 through the federal program. Flu shot injuries can result in six-figure compensation. If you developed shoulder pain, nerve damage, or limited movement after your flu shot, you may have a claim. Injuries like SIRVA or Guillain-Barré Syndrome are covered by the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), a federal system that’s paid over $5.4 billion to people hurt by certain vaccines as of 2026.
At My Vaccine Lawyer, we’ve handled more than 2,000 SIRVA injury cases and recovered over $140 million in vaccine injury claims, including high-value settlements for flu vaccine recipients. You won’t pay us. The program does. Legal fees are paid by the court. Your consultation is free. You work directly with a specialized vaccine injury lawyer from day one.

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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.
Do I Qualify for Compensation?
If you were injured after a flu shot and your symptoms lasted more than six months, required hospitalization, or resulted in surgery, you may qualify for compensation through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.
This is not a lawsuit against your doctor or a vaccine manufacturer. It’s a federal claims process, and it exists to help people like you recover losses tied to:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost wages
- Pain, suffering, and long-term impact
What does a flu shot vaccine injury look like?
What Happens When You Reach Out
You speak directly with a vaccine injury lawyer, not a screener, not a paralegal, not an intake team. We review your case. We tell you what it’s worth. We handle everything from medical records to expert reports, and we file your claim in federal vaccine court.
You don’t need to prepare anything before you call. Just tell us what happened. If it was the flu shot, we’ve seen your injury before. We’ve taken it to court before. We’ve won it before.
Schedule your free consultation with a vaccine injury lawyer today
What Flu Shot Injuries Actually Pay
Flu shots are the #1 vaccine involved in injury claims filed with the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. According to HRSA, more than 11,500 flu vaccine injury claims have been filed, and nearly two-thirds have been compensated.
My Vaccine Lawyer has represented thousands of clients through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, including hundreds of cases involving injuries caused by the flu shot, from SIRVA to Guillain-Barré Syndrome and others.
We are the Highest Rated Vaccine Injury Law Firm in the Country!
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See some of our vaccine injury settlements in the VICP.
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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.
What You’re Actually Paid For — And Why
Every claim under the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program is calculated based on your actual medical needs, lost time, and long-term limitations. That includes:
- Specialist care like neurologists, orthopedists, and rehab
- Surgeries or procedures required after the injury
- Long-term care or therapy if symptoms persist
- Lost wages, including missed work, job changes, or early retirement
- Pain and suffering, calculated based on severity and permanence
Example: A nurse who developed SIRVA after a flu shot received $162,622 for projected wage loss and reduced mobility, after being forced to leave her position.
Your compensation isn’t a preset figure. It’s based on real math, your actual records, and our ability to build you the strongest case possible.
Recent Results
Guillain-Barré Syndrome from the Flu Shot - $162,500 in compensation.
A North Carolina man developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome about three weeks after receiving a flu shot. He was hospitalized with numbness and tingling in his feet and diagnosed with GBS. Despite ongoing neurological symptoms for nearly a year, his recovery was further complicated by concurrent chemotherapy for lung cancer.
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Why You Need a Flu Vaccine Injury Lawyer in Federal Claims Court
This isn’t a personal injury claim. It’s a federal petition. If your lawyer doesn’t specialize in vaccine injury cases, the system won’t work in your favor. My Vaccine Lawyer has handled thousands of VICP claims, including over 2,000 for flu shot injuries alone. Our team has secured multi-million-dollar payouts for Guillain-Barré Syndrome, and six-figure compensation for shoulder injuries like SIRVA, bursitis, and rotator cuff tears.
You’ll always work directly with a vaccine injury attorney. No delays. No hand-offs. Just clear guidance and serious results.
Get a Free Consultation & See What Your Claim Is Worth
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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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How do I file a vaccine injury claim for a flu shot?
If you've been injured by a flu shot, you don't file a traditional lawsuit. Instead, your attorney will file a petition for compensation through the VICP in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, also known as federal vaccine court. This is a unique area of vaccine injury law, and our law firm handles the entire process for you.
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What counts as a vaccine injury from the flu shot?
Under the vaccine program, injuries like SIRVA, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, brachial neuritis, and severe allergic reactions are recognized conditions. These are among the most common vaccine injuries compensated in federal claims. Other vaccine reactions may qualify depending on timing, severity, and medical diagnosis. If you’ve experienced severe pain, loss of motion in your upper arm, or neurological complications after injection, you may be eligible.
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How much compensation can I receive for a vaccine injury?
Payouts vary based on your injury, medical costs, and how it affects your life. Compensation can include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages or reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Out-of-pocket treatment costs
Settlements often reach six figures. The federal vaccine program has paid hundreds of millions to eligible vaccine injury clients, and federal claims pays attorney fees separately, so none of your compensation is reduced.
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What if my injury started weeks after the flu shot?
The eligibility criteria depend on the type of injury and the timeframe in which symptoms began. For example, SIRVA typically starts within 48 hours of vaccine administration, while neurological conditions may take longer. Our experienced vaccine injury lawyers, supported by in-house medical experts will determine if your case meets the legal and medical standards required to file a vaccine injury claim.
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Do I need to sue my doctor or the vaccine manufacturer?
No. You don’t sue your doctor, pharmacy, or vaccine maker. The VICP is a no-fault program that protects both patients and providers. The process is designed to secure justice for those injured by vaccines without the need for traditional litigation. Your legal representation files directly in vaccine court, and any filing fees or attorney fees are covered by the program itself.
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What if I had an unusual reaction not listed?
Not every injury needs to appear on the official vaccine table. The court accepts vaccine cases for other vaccine reactions, as long as they can be supported by medical evidence and expert testimony. Our dedicated team works with medical experts to prove how your condition may be linked to your vaccination, even if it’s not a textbook case.
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How long do I have to file a flu shot injury claim?
You typically have three years from the first appearance of symptoms to file a vaccine injury claim. In fatal cases, the deadline is two years from the date of death. Missing the deadline means your case may be dismissed automatically, so speaking with an experienced attorney early is critical.
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Will I work directly with a lawyer?
Yes. Unlike other firms, we don’t pass clients off to assistants. Every client speaks directly with an experienced vaccine injury attorney from day one. You’ll never chase updates or feel in the dark. That’s part of what sets our law firm apart, we’re representing individuals, not processing case files.
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How much does it cost to start a claim?
There is no cost to start. Your free consultation includes a full case review, and if your claim is accepted, attorney fees are paid separately by the federal government. There are no upfront costs, no filing fees, and no hourly rates, just honest legal help from a team with real experience in vaccine claims.
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Do all vaccine injuries qualify for compensation?
Only injuries linked to vaccines covered by the program are eligible. That includes the flu vaccine, HPV vaccine, Tdap, MMR, and others. The injury must meet certain medical and legal standards, including lasting effects like chronic pain, surgery, or disability. If you're unsure, the best step is to request a free consultation and get clarity right away.
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