Gloria Kirkpatrick v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2020)

Gloria Kirkpatrick filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on November 7, 2016. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Kirkpatrick was entitled to compensation, stating that she met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table for GBS following an influenza vaccine. An initial ruling on entitlement was issued on August 23, 2019, finding her eligible for compensation.

Subsequently, on December 3, 2019, the respondent filed a proffer on award of damages, proposing a total award of $127,216.71. This amount included $125,000.00 for pain and suffering (adjusted to net present value for projected damages) and $2,216.71 for past unreimbursable expenses.

Ms. Kirkpatrick, identified as a competent adult, agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the stipulated amount on January 6, 2020.