Michelle Gutierrez v. HHS - HPV, vasovagal syncope, a skull fracture, and post-concussion syndrome (2015)

On August 2, 2012, Raul Gutierrez and Martha Gil filed a petition on behalf of their minor daughter, Michelle Gutierrez, alleging that the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination caused her to suffer vasovagal syncope, a skull fracture, and post-concussion syndrome. The petition was filed on August 2, 2012.

The decision notes that Michelle Gutierrez turned 18 on March 11, 2015, and the case was recaptioned to reflect her adult status. On April 29, 2015, the respondent filed a Proffer on Award of Compensation, which the petitioner agreed to.

The court awarded Michelle Gutierrez a lump sum of $60,000.00 for pain and suffering and $10,998.60 to satisfy a Superior HealthPlan lien. The parties stipulated that Michelle Gutierrez was not entitled to an award for future medical care expenses or lost earnings.

The decision does not specify the date of vaccination or the time to onset of symptoms.