David Yanovsky v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2024)
Case summary [AI summaries can sometimes make mistakes]
David Yanovsky filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine he received on September 21, 2021. The respondent conceded that Mr.
Yanovsky is entitled to compensation, as his condition is listed on the Vaccine Injury Table (Table) and meets the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation (QAI) criteria for a GBS Table injury. A ruling on entitlement was issued on September 28, 2023, finding Mr.
Yanovsky entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on December 7, 2023, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, which Mr.
Yanovsky agreed to. The court awarded Mr.
Yanovsky a total of $256,691.70, which included $190,000.00 for pain and suffering, $1,707.85 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $64,983.85 for past lost wages. This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Act.