Patrick Hansen v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2022)

Patrick Hansen filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of his November 13, 2013 influenza vaccination. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Hansen's claim satisfied the criteria for a Table injury. On April 28, 2020, the court issued a ruling on entitlement, finding Mr.

Hansen entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on November 10, 2022, a decision awarding damages was issued based on a proffer agreed upon by both parties.

The award included a lump sum payment of $593,699.01, which covered life care expenses for the first year, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses. Additionally, an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract for future life care expenses was awarded.

The total compensation reflects the agreement between Mr. Hansen and the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding his vaccine-related injury.