Lydia M. Goode v. HHS - Td/Tetanus, transverse myelitis (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Lydia M. Goode filed a petition for vaccine compensation on May 3, 2021, alleging that she developed transverse myelitis as a result of receiving a tetanus vaccine on June 13, 2018.
The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, denied that the vaccine caused her alleged injury or current disabilities. Despite maintaining their respective positions, the parties reached a stipulation to settle the case.
The stipulation provided for a lump sum payment of $86,775.00 to Lydia M. Goode, representing compensation for all damages available under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.
Special Master Thomas L. Gowen issued a decision on September 28, 2023, entering judgment in accordance with the terms of the stipulation.
The public decision does not describe the specific onset of symptoms, medical examinations, treatments, or expert testimony. Petitioner was represented by Leigh Finfer of Muller Brazil, LLP, and respondent was represented by Emily Manoso of the U.S.
Department of Justice.