Susan Kippenberger v. HHS - Autism (2014)

Susan Kippenberger, as the parent of JPK, II, a minor, filed a petition under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. The case was identified as concerning Autism.

The court issued a Decision on November 27, 2013, dismissing the case. Subsequently, on March 25, 2014, Petitioner filed an unopposed Motion for a decision regarding attorneys' fees and costs, agreeing with the respondent on the amount.

Petitioner sought attorneys' fees and costs in the amount of $3,730.00. The court found the petition was brought in good faith and upon a reasonable basis, and the requested amounts were reasonable and appropriate.

Therefore, the court awarded a lump sum of $3,730.00 to be paid jointly to the petitioner and her counsel, Ronald C. Homer.