Oscar Dickey, Jr. v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) (2024)

Oscar Dickey, Jr. 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 vaccination administered on September 24, 2020. He further alleged that he suffered residual effects from the injury for more than six months.

The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Mr. Dickey is entitled to compensation.

The respondent stated that Mr. Dickey satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation, which afford a presumption of causation for GBS occurring between three and forty-two days after a seasonal influenza vaccination, provided there is no apparent alternative cause.

Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the Chief Special Master found that Mr. Dickey is entitled to compensation.

The case was proceeding to determine the award of damages.