Josephine Lebar v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2024)

Josephine Lebar filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered from Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination she received on November 29, 2020. She further alleged that her vaccine-related injuries lasted more than six months.

The respondent conceded that Ms. Lebar suffered from GBS, that it met the criteria for a Table injury, and that the onset occurred within the Table timeframe.

The respondent also agreed that her GBS symptoms persisted for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court issued a ruling on entitlement, finding Ms.

Lebar entitled to compensation. Subsequently, the parties reached a stipulation for damages.

The court awarded Ms. Lebar a total of $163,519.91, consisting of $150,000.00 for pain and suffering and $13,519.91 for out-of-pocket medical and related expenses.

This award represents compensation for all damages available under the program.