George Grace v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2022)

George Grace filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered from Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on February 21, 2019. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Grace's claim satisfies the Vaccine Injury Table criteria for GBS resulting from a seasonal flu vaccine, with onset occurring between three and forty-two days after vaccination, and that his injury lasted for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the Chief Special Master ruled that Mr.

Grace was entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties submitted a proffer for an award of compensation.

The respondent proffered that Mr. Grace should be awarded $100,979.82, comprised of $100,500.00 for pain and suffering and $479.82 for past out-of-pocket expenses.

Mr. Grace agreed with this award.

The court accepted the proffer and awarded Mr. Grace a lump sum payment of $100,979.82.