Erwin Mansilla v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2018)

Erwin Mansilla filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on June 23, 2017, alleging he suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on March 10, 2015. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

On March 6, 2018, the respondent conceded entitlement, stating that petitioner met the criteria for a Table injury with a presumption of causation for GBS. A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 6, 2018, finding petitioner entitled to compensation.

On July 27, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $80,346.00, consisting of $78,000.00 for pain and suffering and $2,346.00 for out-of-pocket unreimbursed expenses. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

On October 17, 2018, the Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding petitioner a lump sum payment of $80,346.00.