Anthony Flores v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) (2023)

Anthony Flores 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 he received on October 24, 2019. The petition was filed on August 4, 2021.

Respondent conceded that Mr. Flores is entitled to compensation, stating that his case met the criteria for a Table injury.

Specifically, Respondent noted that GBS onset occurred within the Table-defined window of three to forty-two days after the flu vaccination, and there was no apparent alternative cause. Respondent also confirmed that the case was timely filed, the vaccine was administered in the United States, and Mr.

Flores met the statutory severity requirement of suffering residual effects for more than six months. Based on Respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master issued a ruling on entitlement.

Subsequently, on October 11, 2023, the parties submitted a proffer for an award of compensation. The proffer stipulated a total award of $130,744.23, comprising $122,000.00 for pain and suffering, $211.50 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $8,532.73 for lost earnings.

Mr. Flores agreed with this proposed award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the stipulated amount, concluding the case.