Vaccine Injury Claims

 Legal Help for Rare but Serious Reactions

Vaccines play a critical role in protecting public health. However, like any medical intervention, vaccines can occasionally cause serious adverse reactions. When this happens, individuals may suffer significant physical, emotional, and financial harm. At Williams Law, we help clients pursue compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) when they have experienced vaccine-related injuries.

The VICP is a federal program that provides compensation to people who are injured by certain vaccines. It was established in 1986 under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act to ensure a stable vaccine supply and protect manufacturers from excessive litigation while still allowing injured individuals a pathway to justice.

What Is the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP)?

Administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the VICP serves as an alternative to traditional lawsuits. It covers a wide range of vaccines, including those for:

  • Influenza (flu)

  • Tetanus

  • Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)

  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

  • COVID-19 (under limited circumstances via separate programs)

More information on covered vaccines can be found on the HRSA Vaccine Table.

If a vaccine causes a covered injury, you may be eligible for compensation for:

  • Medical expenses

  • Lost income or earning capacity

  • Pain and suffering (up to $250,000)

  • Death benefits (in fatal cases)

Common Vaccine Injuries

While most people experience only mild side effects, some vaccine recipients suffer serious conditions such as:

  • Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction)

  • Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)

  • Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA)

  • Encephalopathy (brain inflammation)

  • Transverse Myelitis

  • Chronic arthritis

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides detailed information on known and rare side effects of vaccines.

How a Vaccine Injury Attorney Can Help

Filing a VICP claim is unlike traditional personal injury lawsuits. It involves submitting a petition to the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, often backed by medical records and expert opinions. An experienced vaccine injury attorney can:

  • Determine if your claim is eligible

  • Gather and organize necessary medical evidence

  • Represent you throughout the VICP process

  • Maximize the compensation you’re entitled to

Attorney’s fees are paid separately by the program, so there is no cost to you for legal representation.

Time Limits for Filing

Claims must typically be filed within three years of the first onset of symptoms, or two years from the date of death in fatal cases. Failing to meet this deadline may bar your ability to recover.

More detailed legal guidelines can be found on the official U.S. Court of Federal Claims – Vaccine Program page.

Contact Casey Williams

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious reaction to a vaccine, don’t wait. Contact Williams Law today for a free consultation. We’ll evaluate your case, explain your rights under the VICP, and fight to secure the compensation you deserve—so you can focus on recovery.