Willie Ransom v. HHS - other (2014)

Willie Ransom filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. The case proceeded to a decision awarding attorneys' fees and costs.

The parties filed a stipulation of fact on February 7, 2014, agreeing on the amount for attorneys' fees and costs. Petitioner asserted that he incurred no costs.

Petitioner initially sought $27,841.99 in attorneys' fees and costs, but amended the application to $25,000.00 after respondent raised objections. Respondent did not object to the amended amount.

The Special Master found the amount to be reasonable and awarded $25,000.00, payable jointly to Willie Ransom and his attorneys. Judgment was to be entered unless a motion for review was filed.