Kevin Delapaz v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (2020)

Kevin Delapaz filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that he suffered from Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination administered on January 20, 2014. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Delapaz is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his condition satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and its Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation. Subsequently, a ruling on entitlement was issued on March 27, 2020, finding Mr.

Delapaz entitled to compensation. On November 18, 2020, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $683,398.81.

This amount was comprised of $195,000.00 for pain and suffering, $485,941.00 for past and future lost wages, and $2,457.81 for past, unreimbursable medical expenses. Mr.

Delapaz agreed with this proffered award. Based on the record, the Chief Special Master awarded Mr.

Delapaz a lump sum payment of $683,398.81.