Weldon Wilson v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Weldon Wilson filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on August 3, 2021, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on September 2, 2020. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.
On October 12, 2022, the Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Mr. Wilson is entitled to compensation, as he satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table.
A ruling on entitlement was issued on October 18, 2022, finding Mr. Wilson entitled to compensation.
On September 21, 2023, the Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating that Mr. Wilson should be awarded a total of $154,813.96.
This amount includes $140,000.00 for pain and suffering, $2,154.13 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $12,659.83 for past lost wages. Mr.
Wilson agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr.
Wilson a lump sum payment of $154,813.96.