Vaccines play a critical role in public health by preventing the spread of serious diseases. While most people receive vaccines without complications, a small number may experience adverse reactions. Individuals may be eligible to file a vaccine injury claim when these reactions lead to significant injury or illness. At Grewer Law Group, we are experienced in helping clients navigate this complex and highly specialized area of law.
A vaccine injury claim is a legal request for compensation filed through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), a federal program established in 1986. The VICP was designed to provide financial support to individuals who suffer serious side effects from routine vaccinations while protecting vaccine manufacturers from excessive litigation and ensuring vaccine availability.
Although the VICP has recognized rare, specific adverse reactions to vaccines. These may include:
Each case is unique, and not all adverse reactions qualify. However, the VICP maintains a Vaccine Injury Table that outlines which injuries are covered and the timeframe in which symptoms must appear.
Claims can be filed by individuals who received a covered vaccine and experienced an injury, parents or guardians of an injured child, or legal representatives of someone who has died as a result of a vaccine-related injury. Most claims must be filed within three years of the first symptom of injury or within two years of a vaccine-related death.
If your claim is successful, compensation can include:
The program often covers legal fees, whether or not the claim is successful, as long as it was filed in good faith.
Vaccine injury claims require in-depth legal knowledge and medical documentation. At Grewer Law Group, we have the experience needed to help you file a strong claim and guide you through the VICP process from start to finish.
If you believe you or a loved one has suffered a vaccine-related injury, don’t wait. Contact Grewer Law Group at www.grewerlaw.com to schedule a free consultation and learn about your legal rights.
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