John Theisen v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) (2023)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
John Theisen filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 28, 2020. He further alleged that his GBS persisted for more than six months.
The respondent conceded that Mr. Theisen satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table for a Table injury.
Consequently, a ruling on entitlement was issued finding Mr. Theisen entitled to compensation.
Subsequently, the parties reached a stipulation for an award of damages. The respondent proffered an award of $162,165.08, consisting of $150,000.00 for pain and suffering and $12,165.08 for past lost wages.
Mr. Theisen agreed with this proffered award.
The court accepted the proffer and awarded Mr. Theisen the stipulated lump sum payment.
The case was filed on August 30, 2022, and the decision awarding damages was issued on September 28, 2023.