Charles Czagas v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS) and/or an axonal polyneuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, and tremors (2016)

Charles Czagas filed a petition on November 6, 2015, seeking compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. He alleged that his influenza vaccine received on November 8, 2011, caused him to develop Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and/or an axonal polyneuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, and tremors.

Mr. Czagas further alleged that he experienced residual effects from this injury for more than six months.

The respondent denied that the flu vaccine caused Mr. Czagas's alleged conditions.

Despite maintaining their respective positions, both parties agreed to settle the case through a stipulation filed on October 30, 2015. Special Master Brian H.

Corcoran reviewed the file and found the stipulation to be reasonable, adopting it as the decision in awarding damages. The stipulation awarded Mr.

Czagas a lump sum of $70,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act. The court directed that judgment be entered accordingly.

Petitioner was represented by Isaiah R. Kalinowski of Maglio Christopher and Toale, PA, and Respondent was represented by Debra A.

Filteau Begley of the U.S. Department of Justice.