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Vaccine Injuries for Seniors
Fighting for Vaccine Injury Victims – Get the Compensation You Deserve
We help seniors file vaccine injury claims with care, clarity, and compassion. You trusted the vaccine and did your part—but now you’re dealing with pain, weakness, or long-term complications that weren’t there before. If you're a senior facing a vaccine-related injury, you have rights under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), a federal system created to support injury victims and help them secure full financial compensation without going through civil court.
Our experienced vaccine injury lawyers know how to file effective vaccine injury claims under the Vaccine Injury Compensation Act, build strong cases using your comprehensive medical records, and deal directly with vaccine manufacturers through the VICP. You're not alone—and you deserve real answers from a dedicated vaccine injury attorney who treats you like more than just a claim number. Our team helps you file your VICP claim and fight for the compensation you deserve.
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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.
Common Vaccine Injuries Affecting Seniors Recognized by the VICP
Many seniors don’t realize that complications following routine covered vaccines may qualify them for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). If you're an injured person and your condition matches a listed reaction on the vaccine injury table, you could receive full benefits—especially when the program makes such a finding. Below are examples of vaccine-caused injuries that often affect older adults.
Shoulder Injury After Vaccine (SIRVA)
A shoulder injury related to vaccine administration—commonly known as SIRVA—can result in pain, stiffness, or long-term loss of mobility. It's one of the most frequent reasons seniors file vaccine claims under the VICP. These injuries are usually linked to incorrect injection techniques and are recognized across multiple covered vaccines.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome Following the Flu Vaccine
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a serious neurological condition sometimes triggered by flu vaccines, including annual shots for seniors. GBS is one of the better-known vaccine-caused injuries and can lead to nerve damage, muscle weakness, and long recovery periods. It’s listed on the vaccine injury table, making it easier to qualify for compensation.
Fainting (Vasovagal Syncope) and Secondary Fall Injuries
After vaccination, some older adults experience vasovagal syncope, a temporary drop in blood pressure that can cause fainting. These sudden events often result in secondary injuries like fractures or head trauma. If your fall occurred after receiving a covered vaccine, this may support your eligibility for a VICP award—especially when supported by timely medical records and a qualified vaccine injury attorney.
Nerve Conditions Like CIDP and Long-Term Inflammatory Responses
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) and similar disorders may develop weeks or months after vaccination. While rare, these conditions are serious and recognized in cases involving certain polysaccharide conjugate vaccines and meningococcal vaccines. Filing through the VICP allows seniors to receive the care and financial support they need without going through civil court. Contact our national vaccine injury lawyers for a free case review—we’ll handle your VICP claim from start to finish.
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How Much Compensation Can You Receive for a Vaccine Injury?
If you’re a senior dealing with the effects of a covered vaccine, you may be entitled to significant support through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). This federal program allows injured individuals to pursue financial compensation for harm caused by vaccines—without going through the traditional legal system. A successful claim through the Court of Federal Claims can result in a compensation award for:
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Medical expenses related to the injury
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Future medical expenses for ongoing treatment or care
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Lost income if the injury has affected your ability to work or live independently
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Pain and suffering, up to $250,000
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Out-of-pocket costs like mobility aids, home care, and medication
These amounts are based on criteria listed in the federal vaccine injury table, and claims are resolved faster than a typical case in civil court. You don’t need to worry about paying for legal help. Our team of professionals in vaccine litigation builds strong vaccine claims backed by complete medical records, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Why Choose My Vaccine Lawyer for Your Vaccine Injury Claim?
With so much at stake, you need more than just any attorney—you need a law firm that understands the complexity of vaccine law. At My Vaccine Lawyer, our legal team is made up of experienced vaccine injury attorneys who’ve successfully handled hundreds of vaccine injury cases. We work directly with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the United States Court of Federal Claims to help clients recover the full financial compensation they’re entitled to.
Unlike a general personal injury lawyer, our practice is focused solely on this niche. We’ve represented thousands of vaccine injury clients across the country—many of them seniors—navigating everything from vaccine shortages to complex reactions involving the HPV vaccine or the rotavirus vaccine. With us, you’re not left figuring things out on your own. You get clear answers, personal attention, and a team that fights to get your case resolved—quickly and correctly.
If you’re a senior dealing with a vaccine-related injury like SIRVA, Guillain-Barré, or chronic nerve damage, now is the time to act. Our national vaccine injury lawyers handle everything—from filing your VICP petition to negotiating your vaccine injury settlement—and you never pay out of pocket. Schedule your free vaccine injury consultation today and get the compensation you deserve.

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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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What is the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and how does it help seniors?
The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) is a federal program that provides money to people who were harmed by certain covered vaccines. If you're a senior who had an adverse reaction or serious health problem after a routine shot, this program allows you to file a claim without going through the traditional legal system or suing a vaccine company in civil court.
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What kinds of vaccines are included in the program?
The program covers many common vaccines for seniors, such as the flu shot, pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccines, and meningococcal conjugate vaccines. These are listed on the vaccine injury table, which is updated regularly based on evidence from the Department of Health and Human Services.
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What evidence do I need to file a vaccine injury claim?
You’ll need comprehensive medical records showing your symptoms started soon after the vaccination. These records help prove the connection between the vaccine administration and the injury. We also help gather records of your future medical expenses and current costs so your claim includes everything the VICP allows.
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What if my injury is listed under a different vaccine compensation program?
Some injuries related to emergency vaccines or countermeasures might fall under the Countermeasures Injury Compensation Program instead of the VICP. Our vaccine injury attorneys will help determine where your claim belongs and ensure it's filed correctly, whether it involves HPV vaccine, rotavirus vaccine, or another type.
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Can I get compensation for a severe allergic reaction to a vaccine?
Yes. If you experienced a severe allergic reaction after receiving a vaccine covered under the VICP, you may be eligible for compensation. These types of reactions are listed in the vaccine injury table and are taken seriously under vaccine injury law. Instead of filing a typical lawsuit, your case is handled through vaccine court, which is part of the federal claims system created to resolve these injuries efficiently.
Our firm provides full legal representation during the process, at no cost to you. If the court makes a favorable decision, you could receive an award compensation package that covers your medical bills, out-of-pocket expenses, and pain and suffering.
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