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Vaccine Injury Claim
Thursday, June 20, 2024
![](/global_pictures/istock_000019041370_large7092.jpg) Our COVID Vaccine Injury Lawyers Discuss the Latest Information on Vaccine SafetyAre the COVID vaccines safe? This question has been top of mind for many people since the first vaccines were announced at the height of the pandemic in late 2020. The short answer seems to be that the COVID vaccines are generally safe for most people; but, like all vaccines, they can cause adverse reactions and have other adverse effects in a small percentage of cases. For those who experience adverse effects, taking appropriate legal action is important, and our COVID vaccine injury lawyers are available to help. COVID Vaccine Safety According to the CDC, WHO and Johns Hopkins MedicineWhile it can be difficult to find reliable information about Read more . . .
Monday, March 11, 2024
![](/global_pictures/adem-2602078.jpg) The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) consider the annual flu shot to be safe for most people, and the CDC recommends that the vast majority of Americans get a flu shot each year. According to the Read more . . .
Monday, January 29, 2024
![](/global_pictures/shldr-pain3474.jpg) When you have a claim for a vaccine-related injury or illness under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), it is important to document the costs of your injury or illness as thoroughly as possible. This includes not only your financial costs (i.e., your lost wages, medical bills and other out-of-pocket expenses), but your non-financial costs as well. The VICP allows claimants to recover up to $250,000 for their pain and suffering, and one of the best ways to document your pain and suffering is by keeping a “pain journal. Read more . . .
Friday, January 12, 2024
![](/global_pictures/who-should-be-vaccinated3965.jpg) If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with a vaccine-related illness or injury, it will be important to learn about your legal rights under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP pays financial compensation to eligible vaccine recipients and their family members—and it covers most (but not all) CDC-recommended vaccines. Attorney Leah Durant represents dozens of clients in VICP claims annually. She also publishes numerous articles on topics related to vaccine injuries and VICP claims each year. Here is a look back at some of the key insights she shared in 2023: Understanding the Causes of Vaccine-Related Injuries and IllnessesThe causes of Read more . . .
Thursday, December 21, 2023
![](/global_pictures/conf-room6647.jpg) When you have a vaccine injury claim, hiring a lawyer to represent you is one of the first steps toward asserting your rights under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). But, how do you choose the right vaccine lawyer for you? There are several factors to consider when choosing a lawyer to file a vaccine injury claim on your behalf. While there is no “right” answer, it is extremely important to make an informed decision. Read more . . .
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
![](/global_pictures/iStock-1683728334847.jpg) If you have concerns about a vaccine injury and you have not yet consulted with your doctor, you should do so promptly. You should also consult with a lawyer about your legal rights. Why should you consult with a lawyer? There are several ways a lawyer can help you when you are coping with the effects of a vaccine injury. In this article, we cover 10 reasons to talk to a lawyer after being diagnosed with a vaccine-related injury: Read more . . .
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
![](/global_pictures/iStock-5845799086324.jpg) While vaccine injuries are relatively rare, they do happen. Each year, the federal government’s Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) receives approximately 5,000 reports of serious vaccine injuries, and hundreds of individuals and families receive compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP is an important federal program that provides a source of financial recovery to individuals and families who are coping with the effects of vaccine injuries. Read more . . .
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
![](/global_pictures/flu-shot-boy-3007640.jpg) The flu shot is the most widely administered vaccine in the United States. Approximately half of the U.S. population gets immunized against the flu each year. While the vast majority of flu shot recipients experience no ill effects or only mild side effects, a small percentage of recipients are diagnosed with immunization-related injuries and illnesses. Read more . . .
Monday, February 28, 2022
![](/global_pictures/gbs-260-11557.jpg) There has recently been some discussion in the news about the link between the flu vaccine and Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS). While the precise cause of GBS is still unknown, there is a well-established link between the flu vaccine and this rare autoimmune disorder. This article provides a brief overview of this link as well as some important information about GBS and flu vaccine claims under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The Link Between GBS and the Flu Vaccine—As Recognized Under the VICPVaccine-related injuries and illnesses that are eligible for compensation under the VICP are listed on the Read more . . .
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
![](/global_pictures/iStock-1683728332513.jpg) If you have concerns about a vaccine-related injury or illness, friends or family members may have recommended that you speak with a vaccine lawyer. If this is the case, you might be wondering, “What does a vaccine lawyer do?” Vaccine Lawyers Help Individuals and Families Coping with the Effects of Vaccine-Related Injuries and IllnessesBroadly speaking, vaccine lawyers help individuals and families who are coping with the effects of vaccine-related injuries and illnesses. While the primary way vaccine lawyers help is by pursuing claims for financial compensation (more on this below), they can help in other ways as well. For example, a vaccine lawyer can provide resources for understanding your situation, explain the costs associated with vaccine-related injuries and illnesses, and help you make informed decisions about asserting your (or your family’s) legal rights. An experienced vaccine lawyer will have represented hundreds of individuals and families facing circumstances similar to yours and will be able to use the insights gained from this experience to help guide you forward. Read more . . .
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
![](/global_pictures/hrsa-logo9184.jpg) The U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) published year-end statistics for the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) on January 1, 2022. Since the VICP operates on a fiscal year, the 2021 year-end data include claims from the first quarter of FY 2022. In this article, vaccine attorney Leah V. Durant highlights some notable 2021 year-end figures from the program. Read more . . .
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