Daniel Lenehan v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (2024)

Daniel Lenehan filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging he suffered from Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) following an influenza vaccination he received on November 20, 2020. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Mr.

Lenehan is entitled to compensation. The respondent agreed that Mr.

Lenehan met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table, which provides a presumption of causation for GBS occurring between three and forty-two days after a seasonal flu vaccination, provided there is no apparent alternative cause. The respondent further confirmed that Mr.

Lenehan satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the Chief Special Master found that Mr.

Lenehan is entitled to compensation. The case is proceeding to determine the award amount.