James Phillips v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) (2020)

James Phillips filed a petition alleging that an influenza vaccine he received on December 28, 2016, caused him to suffer Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). The case was filed on December 13, 2017.

Respondent conceded entitlement, finding that Mr. Phillips suffered the Table injury of GBS following the flu vaccine within the Table time period and that his condition lasted for more than six months.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 5, 2019, finding Mr. Phillips entitled to compensation.

On August 28, 2020, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending a total award of $214,201.07. This amount included $175,000.00 for past and future pain and suffering and $39,201.07 to satisfy a State of Tennessee Medicaid lien.

Mr. Phillips, a competent adult, agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding damages on September 30, 2020, in accordance with the proffer.