Mark Palmore v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2019)

Mark Palmore filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as a result of his November 28, 2016 influenza vaccination. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, reviewed the petition and medical records and conceded that Mr.

Palmore was entitled to compensation. The respondent determined that Mr.

Palmore suffered GBS following a flu vaccine within the Table time period and that there was no preponderance of medical evidence indicating the GBS was due to an unrelated factor. The respondent also noted that the claim met the statutory severity requirements because Mr.

Palmore experienced sequelae of his GBS for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the Chief Special Master issued a Ruling on Entitlement, finding Mr.

Palmore entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties reached a proffer on award of compensation.

The respondent recommended an award of $125,000.00, representing all elements of compensation available under the Vaccine Act, and Mr. Palmore agreed with this amount.

The Chief Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages, awarding Mr. Palmore a lump sum payment of $125,000.00.