Michele Holland v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)

Michele Holland 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 September 15, 2020. The case was assigned to the Special Processing Unit.

On March 10, 2023, the Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, as her condition met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table. A ruling on entitlement was issued on March 13, 2023, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on May 15, 2023, the Respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, proposing an award of $102,500.00 for past pain and suffering, and additional sums to satisfy Medicaid liens totaling $47,139.07. Petitioner agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding a total of $149,639.07, comprising $102,500.00 for past pain and suffering and $47,139.07 for the satisfaction of two Massachusetts Medicaid liens.