Joann Bauer v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (2023)

Joann Bauer filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on October 4, 2022, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on September 11, 2020. The respondent conceded that Ms.

Bauer is entitled to compensation, agreeing that she satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation. The respondent also confirmed that Ms.

Bauer met all statutory and jurisdictional requirements. Following the ruling on entitlement, the parties submitted a proffer on award of compensation.

The respondent recommended an award of $102,655.64, which included $102,500.00 for pain and suffering and $155.64 for unreimbursed out-of-pocket medical expenses. Ms.

Bauer agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Ms.

Bauer a lump sum payment of $102,655.64, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.