Bernadette Sokol v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) (2018)

Bernadette Sokol, whose estate is represented by Catherine Hesson, filed a petition alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 7, 2015, and that she died from this condition. The case was filed on September 19, 2017.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report on September 15, 2017, stating that they would not contest entitlement to compensation because the petitioner met the criteria for GBS under the Vaccine Injury Table. A ruling on entitlement was issued on September 19, 2017, finding Bernadette Sokol entitled to compensation.

On November 15, 2017, respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, agreeing to an award of $325,000.00. This amount represents compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.

The decision awarding damages was issued on March 1, 2018, granting the lump sum payment of $325,000.00 to the estate.