Glenda Kellett v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) (2022)

Glenda Kellett filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on December 23, 2019, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) caused by an influenza vaccine she received on December 31, 2016. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Kellett is entitled to compensation, finding that her claim satisfies the criteria for a Table injury. A ruling on entitlement was issued on October 9, 2020, confirming her eligibility for compensation.

Subsequently, on May 19, 2022, the respondent filed a proffer for an award of compensation. The court issued a decision awarding damages on June 24, 2022.

Ms. Kellett was awarded a lump sum of $133,136.72, which includes $120,000.00 for pain and suffering and $13,136.72 for first-year expenses.

Additionally, an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract was awarded to cover future life care expenses.