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The court found that the flu vaccine caused her GBS, determining that the case met the criteria for off-Table causation. The initial ruling on entitlement was issued on January 27, 2021. After the parties were unable to resolve damages, a subsequent ruling on damages was issued on September 21, 2023, awarding $165,000 for pain and suffering. A final decision awarding damages was issued on December 4, 2023, totaling $214,754.18. This amount includes $49,754.18 for first-year life care expenses and $165,000 for pain and suffering, with additional compensation for future life care expenses to be provided through an annuity. 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