Joseph C. Webb, III v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2018)

Joseph C. Webb, III filed a petition for compensation on December 8, 2016, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination he received on January 15, 2014.

The respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report on August 9, 2017, stating that they would not contest entitlement to compensation. The respondent acknowledged that Mr.

Webb satisfied the criteria set forth in the revised Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation for GBS. A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 9, 2017, finding Mr.

Webb entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on September 26, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $180,000.00.

This amount was comprised of $170,000.00 for pain and suffering and $10,000.00 for past and future medical expenses. Mr.

Webb agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr.

Webb a lump sum payment of $180,000.00 on October 29, 2018, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.