William Mallard v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2022)

William Mallard filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 26, 2018. The petition stated that the vaccination was administered in the United States, that he suffered residual effects for more than six months, and that he had not received other compensation for his injury.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, finding that he satisfied the criteria for GBS following a flu vaccination as set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table. Based on this concession and the evidence, a ruling on entitlement was issued finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $165,000.00 in pain and suffering damages, which Petitioner agreed to. The Chief Special Master awarded Petitioner a lump sum payment of $165,000.00.