John Holubowicz v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2024)

John Holubowicz filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination he received on October 15, 2020. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Holubowicz is entitled to compensation, stating that his condition falls within the clinicopathological subtypes described in the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation (QAIs), his symptom onset occurred within the specified timeframe after vaccination, his weakness did not have a more likely alternative diagnosis, and his condition did not meet any exclusionary criteria. The respondent further agreed that Mr.

Holubowicz suffered residual effects for more than six months. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, the court found Mr.

Holubowicz entitled to compensation. Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued.

The respondent proffered an award of $116,173.99, which included $115,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,173.99 for past and future unreimbursable expenses. Mr.

Holubowicz agreed with this proffered award. The court awarded Mr.

Holubowicz a lump sum payment of $116,173.99.