Ronnie A. Newcomer v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (2019)

Ronnie A. Newcomer filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination administered on October 13, 2016.

The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit. The respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, agreeing that Mr.

Newcomer suffered GBS following the flu vaccination and had satisfied all legal prerequisites. A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 19, 2019, finding Mr.

Newcomer entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on July 8, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation.

The parties agreed to an award of $183,963.63, which included $180,000.00 for pain and suffering and $3,963.63 for past unreimbursed expenses. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding this amount on October 18, 2019.

The case proceeded as a Table injury claim, and Mr. Newcomer, being a competent adult, was to receive a lump sum payment.