Peggy Kalmeyer v. HHS - other (2014)

Peggy Kalmeyer filed a petition under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on September 11, 2014. The Special Master issued a decision on August 22, 2014, adopting the parties' stipulation.

On September 8, 2014, the parties filed a stipulation for attorneys' fees and costs. The respondent did not object to the petitioner's request of $39,000.00 for attorneys' fees and costs.

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

The total award of $39,000.00 was granted, payable jointly to the petitioner and her counsel, Isaiah Kalinowski. Judgment was entered accordingly.

The public decision does not describe the specific vaccine(s) administered, the date(s) of vaccination, the alleged condition, or the clinical story.