Jeffrey Pritchett v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre syndrome (2021)

Jeffrey Pritchett filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 29, 2018. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Pritchett is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his condition met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation. A ruling on entitlement was issued on June 26, 2020, finding Mr.

Pritchett entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on January 29, 2021, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation.

The parties agreed to an award of $416,730.80, which included $142,500.00 for pain and suffering, $3,384.76 for past unreimbursable medical expenses, and $270,846.04 for past and future lost wages. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding this amount on March 4, 2021, as a lump sum payment to Mr.

Pritchett, who is a competent adult.