Mark Trimble v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (“GBS”) (2021)

Mark Trimble filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on May 19, 2020, alleging he suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of receiving an influenza and Tdap vaccine on November 10, 2017. The respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, stating that Mr.

Trimble satisfied the criteria for GBS set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation with regard to the flu vaccine. A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on February 4, 2021, finding Mr.

Trimble entitled to compensation. On July 22, 2021, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $176,803.06, which included $165,000.00 for past pain and suffering, $6,953.06 for unreimbursed past expenses, and $4,850.00 for future medical costs.

Mr. Trimble agreed with the proffered award.

The Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages on August 19, 2021, adopting the proffer and awarding Mr. Trimble a lump sum of $176,803.06.