Maria Schory v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)

Maria Schory filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) after receiving an influenza vaccine on October 8, 2020. The petition stated that her GBS met the Table definition and that she suffered residual effects for more than six months.

The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit. Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner was entitled to compensation, believing she satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on January 10, 2023, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on September 25, 2023, Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, indicating that Petitioner should be awarded $140,632.82, representing $140,000.00 for pain and suffering and $632.82 for past unreimbursable expenses.

Petitioner agreed with the proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages on October 26, 2023, awarding Petitioner the lump sum of $140,632.82.