Emily Tuckfield v. HHS - Varicella, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) (2019)

Emily Tuckfield filed a petition for compensation on February 2, 2017, alleging that she suffered from idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) as a result of receiving varicella, measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), inactivated polio (IPV), and meningococcal vaccinations on August 19, 2015. A ruling on entitlement was issued on November 6, 2017, finding her entitled to compensation.

On March 19, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $124,085.46, which included compensation for life care expenses, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses. The petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The decision awarded a total of $124,085.46, comprising lump sum payments for life care expenses, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses, as well as an amount to purchase an annuity contract for future life care items. The petitioner was noted to be a competent adult.