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Fighting for Vaccine Injury Victims – Get the Compensation You Deserve
The pneumococcal vaccine prevents dangerous infections—but in rare cases, it causes serious reactions that qualify for legal compensation. The pneumococcal vaccine protects against pneumococcal disease, a group of serious infections caused by pneumococcal bacteria. These include pneumococcal pneumonia, meningitis, and ear infections. The bacteria spread through coughing, sneezing, or close contact—especially among children younger than 5 and older adults. Infections can lead to hospitalization, permanent damage to the brain and spinal cord, or death. That is why routine pneumococcal vaccination is part of the standard vaccine preventable diseases list. There are multiple types of pneumococcal vaccines, including the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine and polysaccharide vaccine, each protecting against different strains.
While the vaccine is essential for public health, adverse events do happen. People with chronic health conditions, such as kidney disease, lung disease, or sickle cell disease, are at increased risk of severe reactions. Some experience a severe allergic reaction, shoulder injury at the injection site, or immune responses that mimic bacterial infections. These effects can require hospitalization and long-term medical attention. If you suffered a serious reaction after a pneumococcal vaccine, contact My Vaccine Lawyer to see if you qualify for federal compensation.
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While I am very pleased with this firm's attorneys for the final settlement I received, their marvelous staff held my hand and helped me navigate through my over three-year process. The staff continuously answered all my questions and helped keep me on track. That you everyone!
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This law firm gave me a voice when I was voiceless. It has been a long battle but they came through for me. Believe the reviews. They are all positive for a reason. Do not hesitate to reach out if you or a loved one was injured by a vaccine. SIRVA is very real and much more common than you would think. My Vaccine Lawyer was there with me every step of the way. They helped me navigate a confusing and tedious process that they had the expertise to guide me through. They communicated very well. The office was always updating me on my case, They fought hard for me as a person to get what I rightfully deserved. I highly recommend this wonderful firm. And can't commend all their wonderful employees anymore than I already do. Do the right thing for you, and do not hesitate to call.
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I had been working with Mueller Attorneys for close to two years, which was the beginning of my injury. They got me started on a quickly from that point and were with me every step until today, when finally my injury story has ended. I received my compensation and was very happy with the amount that Max and his team got for me. They put in a lot of time making sure I was aware of everything going on and I was the one at the end that got to make all the final decisions. They gave the best advice, they were all so professional, kind, and understanding! I am glad this part of my life is over but I will 100% miss speaking and connecting with the entire team at Mueller!! Thank you to you all 🩷
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Bridget did a great job walking me through the process of my SIRVA claim and updating me throughout. Very pleased with my experience.
I would like to say thanks to Max Mueller, Tereza Pavlacsek for all your help You were always willing to answer when I called and took the time to explain everything to me. The process is long and tedious, but the outcome is outstanding. You have a great team to work with at Mueller and Brazil my vaccine lawyer.
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Muller & Brazil was amazing from start to finish. During a tough time where I didn’t know what to do and needed guidance, the team at Muller Brazil answered all of my questions and guided me every step of the way. Communication in this type of situation is so very important and they never fell short. Every member of the team and I had some sort of communication at some point in the duration of my case. They were all great. If you need legal services, I give my full recommendation to this firm. If they said they were going to do something, they did it. In the end we came out with a win! I appreciate you more than you know. Great job! Thanks again. Justin H.
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Max and his team provided me with help settling my SIRVA case. They are encouraging, realistic and empathetic. This is a slow and bureaucratic process. Each person at the firm helped me navigate the process and come to a place where I put the trauma of the injury in the rearview, even if the pain will remain to some extent. It gets better. Money doesn’t make it go away but it does bring closure and Muller Brazile helped.
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I received a flu vaccine which resulted in SIRVA and consequently surgery. This was in 2019, pre-COVID, and hardly anyone had a clue what SIRVA was. While a few legal firms were handling SIRVA cases, when I reached out to MyVaccineLawyer I felt a connection with my first call. Bridget McCullough handled my case and never failed to keep me updated. It was a pleasure to work with her as I never felt ignored even though my case took 4 years to settle. I knew it was the court and not the firm causing the delay. I would recommend this company for what is now an injury far more recognized and prevalent.
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Max and his wonderful staff took care of my case and I cannot even begin to express how grateful I am. I live in Hawaii, and their office is in Pennsylvania, so I was a little skeptical at first. It doesn’t matter what state you live in, this law firm will take care of you from start to finish and I am beyond happy with the outcome. They always answered all my questions and kept me posted on the progress of my case. Everyone was very nice, and very professional. I highly recommend this law firm. Max is very good at what he does. This law firm is the best.
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Vaccine Injuries That May Qualify for Compensation
Although the pneumococcal vaccine is considered safe, certain reactions are recognized in vaccine court as potentially compensable. Injuries typically arise within days or weeks after pneumococcal vaccination, especially in children with existing risk conditions or adults with chronic health conditions. Compensable injuries include:
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Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) – long-lasting pain and limited movement due to poor injection technique.
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Severe allergic reaction – swelling, trouble breathing, or a drop in blood pressure shortly after vaccination.
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Immune complications – symptoms mimicking bacterial infections that require extended treatment or hospitalization.
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Neurological responses – nerve pain, weakness, or autoimmune flare-ups.
To qualify for compensation, the injury must be supported by medical records, vaccination dates, and symptom timelines. Cases involving trouble breathing, severe swelling, or nerve symptoms often meet the threshold, particularly when the vaccine is given alongside other vaccines during early childhood schedules. If you or your child experienced serious symptoms after a pneumococcal vaccination, My Vaccine Lawyer can help review your case and file for compensation through the federal program.
What Treatment Looks Like—And What It Costs
Treatment depends on the type and severity of the vaccine injury. For mild side effects like soreness at the injection site or low-grade fever, over-the-counter medication and rest are usually enough. But for more severe cases—such as difficulty breathing, severe allergic reaction, or nerve inflammation—emergency medical attention may be necessary. Treatment can include corticosteroids, oxygen therapy, IV antibiotics, or hospitalization.
Costs vary. A single ER visit for a reaction to a conjugate vaccine or polysaccharide vaccine can exceed $1,500. Extended care for a child with an immune response linked to pneumococcal vaccination may involve neurologists, pulmonologists, or pediatric infectious disease specialists. Imaging, labs, and follow-up therapy increase the bill, especially if the patient is also managing chronic health conditions like lung disease or kidney disease. Vaccine injuries are rare—but when they happen, they are expensive.
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1. Contact Your Doctor
If you suffered a vaccine-related injury, adverse effects or worsening symptoms, call your doctor immediately.
