Larry Lenz v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)

Larry Lenz 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 vaccination he received on October 5, 2019. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

Respondent conceded that Mr. Lenz is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his condition, GBS, is a Table Injury and that he met the statutory requirements for timely filing, receiving the vaccine in the United States, and suffering residual effects for more than six months.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on February 2, 2023, finding Mr. Lenz entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on February 13, 2023, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $130,000.00 for pain and suffering, which Mr. Lenz accepted.

A decision awarding damages was issued on March 20, 2023, granting the lump sum payment of $130,000.00.