What Do Vaccine Injury Lawyers Actually Do?
If you or someone you love has suffered a vaccine-related injury or illness, you may be wondering what a vaccine injury lawyer actually does—and how one can help you.
At Pearsall Law Firm, P.C., our work is focused entirely on helping people navigate the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) and recover the compensation they deserve for vaccine-related harm.
At the heart of our work, vaccine injury lawyers represent individuals and families who’ve experienced injuries following vaccination. While that may sound straightforward, the process involves a complex mix of legal, medical, and procedural steps that require deep experience and attention to detail.
1. We Investigate and Build the Case
Before filing a claim, a vaccine attorney gathers and reviews every relevant medical record, vaccination record, and doctor’s note. We look for timing, symptoms, and patterns that connect your injury to the vaccination.
For example, a case of shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) might begin with pain that starts within 48 hours of an injection. A lawyer ensures that the medical documentation clearly reflects that timing—because that small detail can make or break your case.
2. We File and Argue Claims in the Vaccine Court
Vaccine injury lawyers file petitions in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, also known as the Vaccine Court. This is not a traditional courtroom but a specialized federal forum that handles all VICP cases. Attorneys prepare and file the petition, negotiate with government lawyers from the Department of Justice, and argue the case before a special master (a judge who decides vaccine claims).
For instance, a client who developed Guillain-Barré syndrome after a flu shot or encephalopathy after a childhood vaccination might require expert testimony from neurologists or immunologists. We coordinate with those experts and present the evidence in a clear, compelling way. We research past cases to show the court that it has already ruled in favor of similar cases.
3. We Calculate and Pursue Compensation
The VICP pays for both financial and non-financial losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, future care costs, and pain and suffering (up to $250,000). Vaccine lawyers calculate every category of loss so that claimants are thoroughly and fully compensated, and vaccine lawyers do not make any money off of the settlement amount. Instead, we are compensated based on an hourly fee arrangement, long after you receive your check.
4. We Represent Clients at No Cost
Perhaps most importantly, the VICP pays the attorney’s fees and costs separately—so hiring a vaccine lawyer costs you nothing. You never pay out of pocket for legal help.
At Pearsall Law Firm, P.C., we handle every part of the process—researching medical literature, building expert-backed cases, and ensuring your rights are protected every step of the way.
If you believe your vaccine caused an injury, don’t wait. Contact Pearsall Law today by clicking the “Contact Us Now” button at the top of this page. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and help you move forward with confidence.