Is My Injury Covered By the VICP?
Even for experienced vaccine lawyers, this is the fundamental question that lies at the heart of every vaccine case. For many, if not most, cases, 90% of the battle between the injured person and the government is addressing the qusetion of whether this injury is covered by the VICP, because more often than not, reasonable people can disagree about what the answer is.
The truth is, the VICP covers a wide range of vaccines and injuries—but the rules can be vague and complex, and many valid claims are denied simply because they weren’t presented the right way.
The VICP was created to provide financial help for people injured by certain routine vaccines, such as the flu, MMR, DTaP, pneumococcal, and HPV vaccines, among others. The program operates under what’s called the Vaccine Injury Table, which lists specific vaccines and recognized injuries—like shoulder injuries (SIRVA), anaphylaxis, encephalopathy, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. If your injury matches one on the table and occurred within the expected time frame, it is automatically presumed to be vaccine-related.
But even if your injury isn’t listed, you may still qualify. Many successful claims involve “off-table” injuries—conditions not specifically listed but proven through medical records and expert opinions to have been caused by a vaccine. These cases are often more complex and require showing a scientific and medical link between the vaccine and your condition. That’s where having experienced legal representation makes all the difference.
At Pearsall Law Firm, P.C., we carefully review your medical history, vaccine records, and timing of symptoms. We research past case law and decisions from the Court of Federal Claims to see how similar injuries have been treated.
We also ensure that your medical documentation is clear and accurate. If it isn’t, then we’ll work with you and your medical providers to make it clear and accurate. Unclear or inaccurate medical records are often what get cases dismissed unfairly.
Our goal is to make your case as strong and accurate as possible from the start. The VICP has paid billions of dollars in compensation to thousands of petitioners, but success depends on a complete and carefully prepared filing. Whether your claim involves a well-recognized vaccine injury or an unusual reaction that requires deeper medical evidence, we can help.
If you believe your vaccine caused an injury, don’t guess—contact Pearsall Law Firm, P.C. today. We’ll evaluate your situation, explain your rights under the VICP, and help you build the strongest possible case. Click “Contact Us Now” at the top of this page to get started.