Sapna Shah v. HHS - Influenza, multiple sclerosis (2026)

Sapna Shah filed a claim in the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on July 18, 2017, alleging that the influenza, DTap, hepatitis A, and hepatitis B vaccines she received in November 2014 caused her to develop multiple sclerosis. The case has involved multiple expert reports from both petitioner and respondent.

On July 25, 2025, Ms. Shah filed a motion for interim attorneys' fees and costs, requesting $202,736.32.

Respondent deferred to the Special Master regarding the award. The Special Master found that the petition was filed in good faith and with a reasonable basis, and that an interim award was appropriate due to the protracted nature of the proceedings and the significant costs incurred.

The Special Master granted the motion, awarding the full requested amount of $202,736.32 in interim attorneys' fees and costs.