Jeffrey Scott Cantrell v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) (2021)

Jeffrey Scott Cantrell filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on May 31, 2019, alleging he suffered from Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) after receiving an influenza vaccination on October 18, 2018. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Cantrell is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his case met the criteria for a Table injury. Specifically, the respondent noted that the onset of GBS occurred within the Table's specified timeframe of three to forty-two days after the vaccination, with no apparent alternative cause.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on May 21, 2020, finding Mr. Cantrell eligible for compensation.

Subsequently, on November 19, 2020, the respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $166,256.66. This amount was agreed upon by the petitioner and included compensation for pain and suffering, past lost wages, and past and future unreimbursable medical expenses.

The decision awarding damages was issued on February 1, 2021, granting the lump sum payment to Mr. Cantrell, who is a competent adult.