Kenneth Arrington v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (2025)

Kenneth Arrington 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 1, 2021. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Arrington is entitled to compensation, agreeing that his condition met the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table. A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on July 2, 2024, finding Mr.

Arrington entitled to compensation for GBS. Subsequently, on January 2, 2025, the respondent filed a proffer on the award of compensation.

The court found the stipulation reasonable and adopted it as its decision awarding damages. Mr.

Arrington was awarded a lump sum of $134,039.55, which included $125,000.00 for pain and suffering, $2,433.02 for past unreimbursable expenses, and $6,606.53 for past lost wages. This amount represents compensation for all damages available under the Act.