G.R. v. HHS - Influenza, acute disseminating encephalomyelitis (2024)

Michael and Monica Ritchey filed a petition on behalf of their minor son, G.R., alleging that he suffered acute disseminating encephalomyelitis as a result of receiving the influenza and Hepatitis A vaccines on December 7, 2018. The parties reached a settlement, and G.R. was awarded compensation.

Subsequently, the Petitioners moved for attorney's fees and costs. The initial decision on fees and costs, dated April 29, 2024, awarded $45,767.70, excluding future guardianship costs.

The Petitioners moved for review of this decision, and the matter was remanded to determine compensation for future guardianship costs. A supplemental motion for fees and costs was filed, including fees for the appeal and the previously excluded guardianship costs.

The final decision on September 12, 2024, granted the motion, awarding a total of $66,223.70 in attorney's fees and costs, including the full amount for personally incurred guardianship costs.