Gerald Jansen v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre syndrome (2021)

Gerald Jansen filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he developed Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 12, 2016. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Jansen was entitled to compensation, agreeing that his claim satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table. A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 29, 2019, finding Mr.

Jansen entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on August 16, 2021, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer agreed upon by both parties.

The award included a lump sum payment of $914,085.55, which covered life care expenses for the first year, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses. Additionally, an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract was awarded to cover future life care items as outlined in a life care plan.

The case proceeded as a Table injury claim, and the parties stipulated to the award amount.