Vaccinations against Coronavirus (COVID-19) have recently been added to the list of vaccinations for which people may claim a Vaccine Damage Payment.
The Vaccine Damage Payment scheme has already approved and paid some applications in respect of vaccinations against COVID-19 where the individual has been able to establish that receiving the vaccine caused them to suffer severe disablement.
What is a Vaccine Damage Payment?
A Vaccine Damage Payment is a one-off tax-free payment of £120,000 if you are severely disabled (at least 60% disabled) as a result of vaccination against certain diseases. This could be a mental or physical disablement and will be based on medical evidence from the doctors or hospitals involved in your treatment.
For further information about the eligibility for a Vaccine Damage payment please visit – https://www.gov.uk/vaccine-damage-payment/eligibility
If you would like further information or assistance with a new or existing application, or you have concerns about a vaccination you have received, please get in touch with our Medical Negligence Team. Or contact Sarah Hale DD: 01454 807942 e:sarah.hale@daviesandpartners.com