Leroy J. Stoutenburg, III v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Leroy J. Stoutenburg, III filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on August 20, 2017.
The respondent conceded that Mr. Stoutenburg is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his case met the criteria for a Table injury under the Vaccine Injury Table and Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation.
The ruling on entitlement was issued on September 24, 2020, finding him entitled to compensation for GBS and its related sequelae. Subsequently, on August 24, 2023, the respondent filed a proffer recommending an award of $80,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Mr.
Stoutenburg agreed to. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding this lump sum payment on September 28, 2023.
The case proceeded as a Table claim, and entitlement was granted, leading to a stipulated award for damages.