Darrell G. Mayo v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2019)

Darrell G. Mayo filed a petition for compensation on November 14, 2016, alleging he suffered from Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 1, 2014.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on October 30, 2018, finding Mr. Mayo entitled to compensation for GBS.

On November 21, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating that Mr. Mayo should be awarded a lump sum payment of $760,123.27.

This amount represents compensation for life care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and unreimbursable expenses. The proffer also indicated that an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract would be awarded.

Mr. Mayo agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr. Mayo the lump sum of $760,123.27 and an amount for the annuity contract, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.