Jonathan Jarog v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) (2022)

Jonathan Jarog filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccine on November 25, 2019. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Jarog was entitled to compensation, as his condition, GBS, is listed on the Vaccine Injury Table and the onset occurred within the specified timeframe with no apparent alternative cause. The parties subsequently entered into a joint stipulation for damages.

The court adopted the stipulation, awarding Mr. Jarog a lump sum of $206,504.71 and an amount sufficient to purchase an annuity contract.

This compensation covers all items of damages available under the program. The stipulation also addressed the process for awarding attorneys' fees and costs, and released the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services from further liability related to this vaccine administration.