Eunice Buffkin v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (2025)

Eunice Buffkin filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered from Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 18, 2020. The case was filed on June 21, 2022.

The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Ms. Buffkin is entitled to compensation.

The respondent agreed that her condition, GBS, is listed on the Vaccine Injury Table for the flu vaccine and that she met all legal prerequisites for compensation. A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on December 6, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on May 30, 2025, the respondent filed a proffer on the award of compensation, representing Ms. Buffkin's agreement to the proffered amount.

The court awarded Ms. Buffkin a lump sum payment of $172,000.00 for pain and suffering, representing compensation for all damages available under the Act.

The decision was finalized on May 30, 2025.