Laura Wallace v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (2024)

Laura Wallace filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of her October 2, 2020 influenza vaccination. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Wallace was entitled to compensation, as her GBS was a Table injury that occurred within the specified timeframe, and there was no more likely alternative diagnosis or apparent alternative cause. An entitlement ruling was issued on July 5, 2023, finding her eligible for compensation.

Subsequently, on May 7, 2024, the parties filed a proffer on award of compensation. The court awarded Ms.

Wallace a total of $109,245.97, which included $97,500.00 for pain and suffering, $2,036.02 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $9,709.95 for past lost wages. This award was presented as a lump sum payment to Ms.

Wallace, who is a competent adult.