Marie T. Haufle v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2020)

Marie T. Haufle filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she received an influenza vaccine on October 2, 2017, and subsequently developed Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS).

The respondent conceded that Ms. Haufle is entitled to compensation, agreeing that her GBS is a Table injury.

The respondent further agreed that the scope of damages should be limited to her GBS and its related sequelae. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master ruled that Ms.

Haufle was entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $122,000.00 for pain and suffering.

Ms. Haufle agreed with this proffered award.

The court awarded Ms. Haufle a lump sum payment of $122,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act.