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If you or a loved one suffered an injury from a vaccine, our vaccine injury lawyers may be able to help you seek compensation from the federal government. We handle all vaccine injury claims through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, filing them in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

What is the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program?

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends vaccines for most people, starting in childhood. These immunizations protect millions from serious diseases every year in the United States.

While vaccines are generally safe, Congress recognized in the 1980s that they can sometimes cause serious, life-changing side effects. To support those affected, the government established a national compensation program for vaccine injuries. At Shannon Law Group, our experienced vaccine attorneys help victims secure the compensation they continue medical care and pay the bills.

Vaccines, like any medication, are not perfect. In some cases, they can cause more harm than good. Serious side effects, such as SIRVA or Guillain-Barre Syndrome, may lead to lifelong health conditions and the need for ongoing treatment and rehabilitation.

Vaccine Claims: What You Should Know

  • 1 Consultations are always FREE. You will never pay anything to speak with our team. During the consultation, you will speak with an experienced vaccine injury attorney, who will determine if we can assist you based on the unique details of your claim. We guarantee that you will speak with a lawyer, not a paralegal, before working with us.
  • 2 All eligible vaccine claims are filed in the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP, sometimes called the Vaccine Court, is a division of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims in Washington, D.C. All cases are handled by Shannon Law Group. Our attorney's fees and costs are paid through the VICP, not by you.
  • 3 The VICP is a no-fault federal program. The Vaccine Program functions similar to applying for benefits (like worker's compensation), rather than suing a negligent party. Your doctor, vaccine administrator, or pharmacy will NOT be sued when filing a vaccine claim.

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Download your free copy of our book, Shoulder Injury After a Vaccine: Your Guide to SIRVA and How to Get Compensation for Your Injury in the VICP.

In this book, you'll learn more about SIRVA, what to do after a SIRVA injury, and how to file a claim for this injury in the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

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Download your free copy of Vaccine Injuries: Understanding the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program by attorney Jonathan Svitak.

In this publication, Jonathan explains the history of this unique federal program and answers some of your most frequently asked questions about vaccine injury cases.

Helping Vaccine Injury Victims in All 50 States

If you believe you were injured by an injection, contact our national vaccine injury lawyers today at (312) 578-9501 for a free case review. You may be eligible for compensation through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

If you have more questions about the VICP and how you can obtain compensation, scroll down to the FAQ section on this page.

Vaccine Injury Lawsuit FAQ

What is a Vaccine Injury?

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When you receive a vaccine, you may experience mild side effects like fever or body aches. However, a vaccine injury occurs when a significant adverse reaction follows an immunization.

If you have suffered a serious medical issue that you believe resulted from a recent vaccination, you may be entitled to compensation from the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

Any reaction that disrupts your ability to live as you did before the vaccine may qualify as an injury. Our experienced vaccine injury attorneys can assess your case and guide you toward the best course of action.

Common Vaccine Injuries and Adverse Reactions:

Which Vaccines Cause Injuries and Side Effects?

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Certain injuries and reactions have been linked to various vaccines. However, the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) provides compensation only for specific vaccines administered in the United States. In general, vaccines included in the childhood immunization schedule are covered.

Below, please see all vaccines that are covered (and are not covered) by the VICP. 

Vaccines Covered by the VICP:

Vaccinations NOT Covered under the VICP:

  • COVID-19
  • RSV
  • Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPSV, PPV)
  • Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Vaccine
  • Anthrax
  • Rabies
  • Smallpox
  • Yellow Fever
  • Tuberculosis (TB)
  • Typhoid Fever

Do I Have a Vaccine Injury Case?

The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) sets specific criteria that must typically be met for a successful vaccine injury claim. To improve your chances of receiving compensation, your case should meet the following criteria:

1. Receive a covered vaccine

To qualify for compensation under the VICP, you must have received a vaccine covered by the program in the United States. A list of eligible vaccines is provided in the question above—scroll up to review it.

2. Your Vaccine Injury Symptoms Last for 6+ Months

Before filing your petition, you must have experienced vaccine injury symptoms for more than six months. The only exception is if your vaccine reaction requires surgery, such as in cases of intussusception.

3. File your claim within the statute of limitations

To seek compensation, you must file your petition within three (3) years from the onset of your symptoms. This deadline applies even if you were unaware at the time that your symptoms resulted from a vaccine.

If a loved one passed away due to a vaccine reaction, you have two (2) years from the date of death and four (4) years from the onset of their symptoms to file a petition for compensation.

Due to these strict deadlines, we strongly encourage anyone who believes they have suffered a vaccine injury to contact an experienced vaccine injury law firm, such as Shannon Law Group, as soon as possible.

How Does the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program Work?

In 1986, the U.S. government established the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) to provide a no-fault alternative for individuals injured by vaccines. This program allows victims to seek compensation without suing doctors or vaccine manufacturers.

Why Was the VICP Created?

Before 1986, the only way to seek compensation for a vaccine injury was to sue pharmaceutical companies. Over time, mounting lawsuits led vaccine manufacturers to threaten to stop production altogether. To ensure continued access to vaccines while providing a financial safety net for those affected by rare side effects, the government created the VICP.

How the VICP Works

Instead of filing a lawsuit, a vaccine-injured individual submits a petition for compensation to the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. While self-representation is allowed, the program strongly recommends hiring an experienced vaccine injury attorney.

The VICP is managed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). In court, HHS is represented by a Department of Justice (DOJ) attorney, who reviews the petition and submits a report either conceding or disputing the injury claim.

A Special Master from the Office of Special Masters within the U.S. Court of Federal Claims oversees the case and ultimately determines the outcome.

Vaccine Injury Compensation Is Available. Find Out If You're Eligible.

If a vaccine has negatively impacted your life, you may be entitled to compensation. Even reactions that some might consider minor—or those that have been treated and resolved—can still significantly affect your health, livelihood, and quality of life.

When your efforts to protect your health result in unexpected and harmful consequences, you don’t have to face them alone. The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) offers a no-fault alternative for victims to seek financial relief through the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

You may be eligible for compensation, including:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Lost wages (including future earnings)
  • Past out-of-pocket medical expenses
  • Future medical needs

Taking legal action in federal court can feel overwhelming, but at Shannon Law Group, P.C., our experienced vaccine injury attorneys have helped many individuals like you build and present strong cases.

While you focus on recovery and rebuilding your life, we handle the legal process. Our team will:

Obtain medical records
File court documents
Gather evidence
Consult with medical experts
Present your case effectively and compellingly

If you or a loved one has suffered a vaccine-related injury, you deserve compensation through the VICP. Contact Shannon Law Group, P.C. today at 312-578-9501 for a free, no-obligation consultation. Prefer to contact us online? Fill out our form, and one of our team members will respond to your inquiry shortly.

What Others Are Saying About Shannon Law Group

I have never been so impressed with a law firm. They answered all my questions and never gave up fighting for me all the way to my settlement. If they had not gotten the settlement, I still would give them 5 stars for just they way they treat their clients.

Thank you to all the people at Shannon Law
I’m incredibly grateful for the outstanding service I received from Shannon Law Group. From day one, they were fully committed to making sure my shoulder injury case was handled with care and professionalism. They worked tirelessly to ensure I received the justice I deserved, and their communication and dedication made a difficult time much more manageable. I’m so glad I was in contact with them from the very beginning. Highly recommend!

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I can't say enough about Shannon law group! Tom was was wonderful to work with! He was very polite and professional in handling my case! Always kept me updated and went out of his way to settle my case! I strongly reccomend Shannon law group! Thanks joe and your staff and a heartfelt thank you to tom for all your hard work! Best wishes! Sincerely David keifrider
I had an excellent experience working with attorney Jonathan J. Svitak at Shannon Law Group who provided an outstanding legal support after I suffered a serious shoulder injury from a flu shot. From the very beginning, Jonathan demonstrated a deep knowledge of the law, strong attention to detail and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome from my case . His professionalism, compassionate, and integrity made a stressful situation much more manageable. It was clear that he truly cared about my case and my well-being . He was always responsive to my questions and kept me informed throughout the entire legal process . I’m incredibly grateful for his help and highly recommend him and his entire team at Shannon Law Group. They all went above and beyond to provide exceptional legal representation.
Response from the owner:Hi Kala, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team. It was a pleasure to represent you throughout your vaccine injury case. All our best to you and your family!
I had a vaccine injury (Frozen shoulder) in September 2022. I was googling the web to see if a flu shot can cause frozen shoulder. A slew of websites showing vaccine attorneys that could help file a claim. At first, I thought it was a joke but figured, what the heck, all I have is time, so why not look into it? So, I contacted three attorneys. Two said they could not help me, and Jonathan Svitak told me I would be happy to take your case, I am not afraid of a fight. Jonathan set up realistic schedules (Said it was about a three-year process) and kept me in the loop the whole way. As negotiations were under away, Jonathan and I communicated, and I gave him a figure I would be happy with. Jonathan not only got me that figure, but he got me more than that figure. Jonathan is not only a great attorney, but a caring individual as well. Several times on our calls he got to know me not only as client, but as a person as well.

Jonathan's paralegal Heather was always quick to answer my emails and was proactive in making sure I knew how the case was proceeding. I never felt out of the loop with Heather on my team.

To make matters even sweeter, the owner of the firm Joe Shannon called me himself to welcome me and tell me I was in good hands with Jonathan. We talked at least a 1/2 hour and shared about our lives and when he found out I was a foster parent, he shared about his family. Then in the mail, I received a card, with encouraging words and shared that he and his family would be praying for my family. WOW!! How amazing is that?

Also, on my birthday I was surprised to get a gift card from the firm saying happy birthday. Talk about customer service.

You can feel safe and secure in Shannon Law Group's hands, not only as a client but as a family too.

Oh, and my case was settled in 2 1/2 years. Six months earlier than anticipated.

Thank you, Jonathan, Joe and Heather, I appreciate you all.

Mariann Mattia
Response from the owner:Hi Mariann, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team. What amazing feedback! It was a pleasure to represent you throughout your vaccine injury case. All our best to you and your family!
Jonathan Svitak was so helpful and always professional and very knowledgeable. Kept me informed all along the way while working on my case. I am very happy with Shannon Law Groups and all associates I had correspondence with.
Response from the owner:Hi Sandra, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team. It was a pleasure to represent you throughout your vaccine injury case. All our best to you and your family!
My Mom had a reaction to her Vaccination shot and reached out to Shannon Law Group. Elizabeth Simek was the Lawyer that worked hard on my mom's case and made being a witness a seamless experience for me. Not only was she very Professional but she went above and beyond and made my Mom feel like a Celebrity. She listened to her every word and they became friends talking about life experiences.. Thanks Shannon Law Group and thanks again Elizabeth Simek for making this almost tragedy into a blessing in disguise. 5 Star above and beyond.
Response from the owner:Hi Chris, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team throughout your mom's claim. It was a pleasure to represent her throughout her vaccine injury case. All our best to you, your mom, and your family!
Shannon Law group is outstanding, I contacted them about my vaccine injury and I was very skeptical. They put my mind to rest with their explanation of the injury and possible settlement.. I had to do very little legwork, once I got all my information to them they took the ball and did an outstanding job, they got me a very pleasant settlement to which I am very thankful. I highly recommend them for any of your vaccine injuries as they are very professional and get the job done., thank you again. Chuck Mountain Lake Mn.
Response from the owner:Hi Chuck, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team. It was a pleasure to represent you throughout your vaccine injury case. All our best to you and your family!
I had a great experience with Shannon Law Firm handling my vaccine injury case. My attorney, Elizabeth Hess, was incredible- she stayed in regular contact with me, always kept me updated on the progress, and made sure I understood every step of the process. Her gentle tone, dedication, and professionalism truly stood out. I felt supported throughout the entire case. I highly recommend Shannon Law Firm to anyone in need of experienced and caring legal help.
Response from the owner:Hi Gail, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team. It was a pleasure to represent you throughout your vaccine injury case. All our best to you and your family!
I had an excellent experience working with Shannon Law group and attorney Elizabeth Hess. She was so easy to work with and explained everything so I could understand it. I would recommend them to anyone.
Response from the owner:Hi Susan, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with our team. It was a pleasure to represent you throughout your vaccine injury case. All our best to you and your family!