Dr. Michelle Perez v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
Dr. Michelle Perez, an adult, filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging she developed Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) after receiving an influenza vaccine on December 19, 2019.
The respondent conceded that Dr. Perez is entitled to compensation, finding that her symptoms began within the Table timeframe and that she met the criteria for a GBS Table injury.
The respondent also confirmed that the vaccination occurred in the United States, her symptoms persisted for more than six months, and she had not received prior compensation for this injury. A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on January 24, 2023, finding her entitled to compensation.
Subsequently, on August 1, 2023, the parties filed a Proffer on award of compensation. Chief Special Master Corcoran issued a Decision Awarding Damages on September 5, 2023, awarding Dr.
Perez a total of $210,461.25. This award included $145,000.00 for pain and suffering, $10,017.99 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $55,443.26 for past lost wages.