Vanessa Nelson v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2019)

Vanessa Nelson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 14, 2016. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Nelson is entitled to compensation, stating that she satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on May 31, 2019, finding her eligible for compensation.

Subsequently, on September 27, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $224,629.12 for pain and suffering, lost earnings, and past unreimbursed expenses. Ms.

Nelson, who is a competent adult, agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms.

Nelson a lump sum payment of $224,629.12.