Debra Falk v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) (2020)

Debra Falk filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on November 27, 2018, alleging she suffered from Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination received on November 2, 2017. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, stating she suffered GBS following the influenza vaccine with onset within the Table's specified time period and experienced residual effects for more than six months. Based on this concession and the evidence, entitlement was granted.

Subsequently, on June 15, 2020, Respondent filed a combined Rule 4 report/proffer on award of compensation, indicating Petitioner should be awarded $136,305.67, comprised of $107,500.00 for pain and suffering and $28,805.67 for past unreimbursable expenses. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The court found Petitioner entitled to the award as stated in the proffer and awarded the lump sum of $136,305.67.