I.P. v. HHS - MMR, chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis (2022)

Cynthia and Freddie Pryor, on behalf of their minor child I.P., filed a petition on August 24, 2018, alleging that I.P. developed chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis as a result of receiving the Pediatrix, MMR, and Varicella vaccinations on September 10, 2015. The parties engaged in extensive litigation, including the filing of expert reports from both sides and an entitlement hearing held on September 21-22, 2022.

Following the entitlement hearing, the parties proceeded to negotiate attorneys' fees and costs. On November 29, 2022, the Special Master granted the petitioners' motion for interim attorneys' fees and costs, awarding a total of $168,133.06.

This award covers fees and costs associated with the litigation of the claim, including expert witness fees. The decision does not specify the final outcome on entitlement or damages for the alleged injury, but the award of fees and costs implies that the case has progressed significantly, likely towards compensation or a favorable settlement.