Arnold Lee Miller v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2018)

The Estate of Arnold Lee Miller, represented by Armicka S. Miller, filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

The petition alleged that Arnold Lee Miller developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) resulting in his death, which was causally related to the influenza and Prevnar 13 vaccines he received on November 4, 2015. The respondent conceded entitlement, stating that the petitioner satisfied the criteria of the revised Vaccine Injury Table for GBS following a seasonal flu vaccine, and that the onset occurred within the Table's specified time period.

Consequently, the respondent agreed not to contest entitlement. A ruling on entitlement was issued on July 31, 2017, finding the petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on February 2, 2018, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer from the respondent. The parties stipulated to an award of $350,000.00, representing all elements of compensation under the Vaccine Act.

This amount was to be paid as a lump sum to Armicka S. Miller, as Executrix of the Estate of Arnold L.

Miller Sr., upon submission of documentation of her appointment.