Peter Stokke v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (“GBS”) (2016)

Peter Stokke filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on November 17, 2016, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of his February 4, 2014 influenza vaccination. He further alleged that he experienced residual effects for more than six months and that there had been no prior award or settlement for his condition.

The respondent denied that the influenza vaccine caused his GBS or any other injury. Nevertheless, the parties filed a joint stipulation for compensation, which the court found reasonable.

The stipulation awarded Peter Stokke a lump sum of $111,004.00, representing compensation for all items of damages available under the Vaccine Act. Chief Special Master Nora Beth Dorsey approved this amount and directed that judgment be entered accordingly.

The public decision does not describe the specific onset of symptoms, diagnostic tests, treatments, or expert witnesses. The attorneys involved were Diana Lynn Stadelnikas for the petitioner and Christine Mary Becer for the respondent.