M.M. v. HHS - MMR, febrile seizures (2022)

Vanessa Muniz, as parent and natural guardian of M.M., a minor, filed a claim on July 11, 2018, alleging that M.M. suffered febrile seizures as a result of receiving the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), hepatitis B, haemophilus influenza b (Hib), pneumococcal conjugate, and varicella vaccines on February 10, 2016. The respondent denied that the vaccines caused M.M.'s febrile seizures or any injury.

The parties, maintaining their respective positions, reached a stipulation to settle the issues. The stipulation provided that the respondent would pay an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 to purchase an annuity contract, representing all damages available under the law.

Special Master Thomas L. Gowen adopted the stipulation and awarded compensation accordingly.

Bridget C. McCullough represented the petitioner, and Madelyn Weeks represented the respondent.

The public decision does not describe the onset of symptoms, specific clinical details, or expert testimony.