Timothy Rawlings v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)

Timothy Rawlings filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a Table Injury, as a result of his November 20, 2017 influenza vaccination. The respondent conceded that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, as GBS is a Table Injury with a presumption of causation if onset occurs within three to forty-two days after a seasonal flu vaccination and there is no apparent alternative cause.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on August 17, 2021, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on June 8, 2023, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, which Petitioner agreed to.

The decision awarded Timothy Rawlings a total of $128,301.58, comprising a lump sum of $126,239.58 for life care expenses, pain and suffering, and past unreimbursable expenses, and an additional $2,062.23 to satisfy a Medicaid lien. The award also includes an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity for future life care expenses as detailed in a life care plan.