Tushar Master v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), Miller-Fisher syndrome variant (2021)

Tushar Master filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), Miller-Fisher syndrome variant, as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on January 18, 2016. The respondent conceded that the petitioner is entitled to compensation, concluding that he suffered GBS/MFS following the flu vaccine within the Table time period and that there was no evidence of an unrelated cause.

The case met the statutory severity requirements as the sequelae lasted more than six months. A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 27, 2020, finding the petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on March 15, 2021, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer. The award included a lump sum of $206,217.86 for life care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses.

Additionally, $34,260.22 was awarded to satisfy a Tufts Health Plan lien, and $961.69 to satisfy a Commonwealth of Massachusetts lien. An amount sufficient to purchase an annuity for future life care items was also awarded.