Sarah Dearing v. HHS - Influenza, paresthesias, small fiber neuropathy, neuropathy (2016)

Petitioner Sarah Dearing filed a petition on March 11, 2016, seeking compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. She alleged that she suffered paresthesias, small fiber neuropathy, neuropathy, and related complications as a result of receiving an influenza vaccine on April 11, 2014.

The respondent denied that the vaccine caused Petitioner's medical problems. However, both parties agreed to settle the case through a stipulation filed on March 4, 2016, while maintaining their respective positions.

Special Master Brian H. Corcoran reviewed the stipulation and found it to be reasonable, adopting it as the decision in the case.

The stipulation awarded Sarah Dearing a lump sum of $135,000.00, payable to Petitioner, representing compensation for all damages available under 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-15(a). The decision was entered on May 25, 2016.

The public decision does not describe the onset of symptoms, specific clinical details, diagnostic tests, treatments, or expert witnesses. Petitioner was represented by Danielle Anne Strait of Maglio Christopher and Toale, PA, and Respondent was represented by Julia McInerny of the U.S.

Dep’t of Justice.