Richard Robinson v. HHS - Influenza, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (2021)

Richard Robinson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Program, alleging that he suffered from acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) as a result of receiving the influenza vaccine on November 3, 2017. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, denied that the flu vaccine caused Mr.

Robinson's ADEM or any other injury. Despite maintaining their respective positions, the parties reached a stipulation to settle the issues and award compensation.

The stipulation provided for a lump sum payment of $224,660.65, which included compensation for first-year life care expenses, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses. Additionally, an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract was to be paid to a life insurance company.

This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act. The court entered judgment in accordance with the terms of the stipulation.