Sean Bryan v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Sean Bryan filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 17, 2019. The respondent conceded that Mr.
Bryan's claim met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table for GBS following receipt of a flu vaccine. The respondent also agreed that the case was timely filed, the vaccine was received in the United States, and Mr.
Bryan satisfied the statutory six-month sequela requirement. A ruling on entitlement was issued on November 17, 2022, finding Mr.
Bryan entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on July 18, 2023, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, which Mr.
Bryan agreed with. The court awarded Mr.
Bryan a lump sum payment of $120,935.40, representing $117,500.00 for pain and suffering and $3,435.40 for past unreimbursable expenses. This amount was compensation for all damages available under Section 15(a) of the Vaccine Act.