Chi Quach v. HHS - Tdap, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) (2022)

Chi Quach filed a petition on behalf of her minor daughter, J.T., alleging that J.T. suffered from systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as a result of Tdap, HPV, Meningitis, and/or influenza vaccines received between October 4, 2013, and November 1, 2013. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a report indicating the case was not appropriate for compensation.

Both parties filed expert reports. After numerous extensions, the petitioner filed a motion to dismiss the petition, stating that J.T. had reached the age of majority and no longer wished to pursue the matter.

The court noted that the petitioner had not met her burden of proof for entitlement to compensation under the Vaccine Act, as there was insufficient evidence in the record. Consequently, the case was dismissed for insufficient proof.