Monica R. Beason v. HHS - Influenza, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) and/or multiple sclerosis (MS) (2015)

Monica R. Beason filed a petition for vaccine compensation on April 4, 2014, alleging that she suffered acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) and/or multiple sclerosis (MS) as a result of an influenza vaccine received on February 29, 2012, and a Tdap vaccination received on March 19, 2012.

She also alleged that she experienced residual effects of her injuries for more than six months. The respondent denied that the vaccines caused her alleged injuries.

Despite their differing positions, the parties reached a settlement. The court adopted their joint stipulation, awarding Ms.

Beason a lump sum of $200,000.00 for all damages. Subsequently, the parties submitted a stipulation for attorney fees and costs.

The respondent did not object to the requested amount of $30,152.24. The Special Master found the petition was brought in good faith with a reasonable basis and awarded the full amount for attorney fees and costs.

The total compensation awarded was $230,152.24.