Moneca Douglass v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) (2019)

Moneca Douglass filed a petition on February 6, 2017, alleging that she developed Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccination on October 6, 2015. Respondent denied that the flu vaccine caused these injuries.

Despite maintaining their positions, both parties agreed to settle the case. The court reviewed the stipulation and found it reasonable, adopting it as its decision.

The award includes a lump sum of $525,615.38 for first-year life care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses. Additionally, an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract was awarded.

This compensation covers all damages available under the Vaccine Program.