Stephen Vasas v. HHS - Tdap, peripheral neuropathy (2018)

Stephen Vasas filed a petition for compensation on April 6, 2016, alleging he suffered peripheral neuropathy as a result of receiving a Tdap vaccine on May 1, 2013. Respondent filed a report recommending denial of compensation.

On October 12, 2017, Petitioner moved for a stipulated order for voluntary dismissal, and the case was dismissed. Subsequently, Petitioner filed a motion for attorneys' fees and costs, requesting $6,418.50 in fees and $555.58 in costs, plus $43.77 in out-of-pocket expenses.

Respondent indicated satisfaction that the statutory requirements for an award were met. The Special Master awarded the requested amounts, totaling $6,974.08 in attorneys' fees and costs, and $43.77 in out-of-pocket expenses.