John Fallstead v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2023)

John Fallstead filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered from Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccination he received on December 7, 2020. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Fallstead is entitled to compensation, stating that his case met the criteria for a Table injury, specifically GBS following a seasonal flu vaccination, with onset between three and forty-two days and no apparent alternative cause. A ruling on entitlement was issued on May 18, 2023, finding Mr.

Fallstead entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on October 19, 2023, the parties filed a proffer on award of compensation.

The respondent recommended an award of $250,030.67, which included $180,000.00 for pain and suffering and $70,030.67 for lost earnings. Mr.

Fallstead agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr.

Fallstead the lump sum of $250,030.67 on November 22, 2023.