Ashish Dave v. HHS - Meningococcal, vasovagal syncope (2021)

Ashish Dave filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on November 25, 2019, alleging he suffered vasovagal syncope as a result of a meningococcal vaccine administered on June 26, 2018. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Dave was entitled to compensation, as his condition met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table, specifically that vasovagal syncope occurred within one hour of vaccination and there was no evidence of other conditions that could explain the loss of consciousness. The respondent also confirmed that Mr.

Dave experienced residual effects for more than six months. A ruling on entitlement was issued on November 25, 2019, finding him entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on May 13, 2021, the parties submitted a proffer for an award of compensation. The court awarded Mr.

Dave a total of $62,738.58, which included $40,000.00 for pain and suffering, $6,642.31 for unreimbursed medical expenses, $525.00 for lost wages, and $15,571.27 for future medical care. This award was made as a lump sum payment to Mr.

Dave, who is a competent adult.