Dennis Cashel v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2021)

Dennis Cashel filed a petition for compensation on August 4, 2020, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on September 24, 2018. He stated that his GBS met the criteria for a Table injury.

The respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Mr. Cashel was entitled to compensation, finding that his condition met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table.

Based on this concession and the evidence of record, entitlement was granted. Subsequently, on May 7, 2021, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation.

The proffer indicated that Mr. Cashel should be awarded $140,464.00, consisting of $140,000.00 for pain and suffering and $464.00 for unreimbursed expenses.

Mr. Cashel, who is a competent adult, agreed with this proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr. Cashel the lump sum of $140,464.00.