Shannon Frogge v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), paresthesias, and neuropathy (2021)

Shannon Frogge alleged that the influenza vaccine she received on December 23, 2013, caused her to develop Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), paresthesias, and neuropathy. She filed a petition for compensation with the Court of Federal Claims on December 23, 2016.

The case involved significant procedural history, including a hearing and multiple orders directing the petitioner to provide expert reports to explain her diagnosis and its alleged link to the vaccine. The court noted issues with the petitioner's expert reports, particularly regarding the diagnosis of GBS and the timing of symptom onset.

After extensive proceedings, Ms. Frogge moved for a decision dismissing her petition, recognizing that further pursuit of the claim would be unreasonable given the lack of persuasive evidence.

The Special Master granted the motion, dismissing the case with prejudice due to insufficient proof. The decision did not award any compensation.