Darla Johnson v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) (2021)

Darla Johnson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on September 17, 2019, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 23, 2016. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner suffered from GBS and satisfied the criteria set forth in the revised Vaccine Injury Table, affording her a presumption of vaccine causation. On November 12, 2020, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

On June 8, 2021, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating Petitioner should be awarded $103,604.17, comprised of $101,000.00 for pain and suffering and $2,604.17 for out-of-pocket medical and related expenses. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Petitioner a lump sum payment of $103,604.17.