Lessie Williams v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (2024)

Lessie Williams, an adult, received an influenza vaccination on February 3, 2020. She subsequently developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), which is a Table injury.

The petition alleged that Ms. Williams suffered residual effects of her injury for more than six months and that there had been no prior award or settlement for her injury.

The respondent conceded that Ms. Williams was entitled to compensation, as her GBS onset occurred within the Table's timeframe following a seasonal flu vaccination and there was no apparent alternative cause.

The court issued a ruling on entitlement, finding her eligible for compensation. Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued.

The respondent proffered an award of $250,000.00 for pain and suffering, $4,672.50 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $120,084.63 to satisfy a Medicaid lien, which the petitioner agreed to. The total award amounted to $374,757.13.