Jason Stitt v. HHS - other (2014)

Jason Stitt, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Pamela Wanga Stitt, filed a petition under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. The Chief Special Master issued a decision on November 15, 2013, awarding compensation pursuant to the respondent's proffer.

On March 14, 2014, the parties filed a stipulation for attorney fees and costs. The stipulation indicated that the petitioner had amended his fee request after discussions, and the respondent did not object to the amended amount.

The petitioner incurred no personal litigation costs. The Chief Special Master found that the petition was brought in good faith and had a reasonable basis, making an award for fees and costs appropriate.

The total award for attorney fees and costs was $142,454.00, payable jointly to the petitioner and his counsel. The decision does not specify the vaccine, the injury, or the date of vaccination, but it does confirm a death occurred and compensation was awarded.