Alfred D. Coriale v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (2024)

Alfred D. Coriale filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that he suffered Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) following an influenza vaccine administered on September 21, 2021.

He further alleged that he suffered residual effects for more than six months. The respondent conceded that Mr.

Coriale is entitled to compensation, stating that he satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table, which affords a presumption of causation for GBS following a seasonal flu vaccination within a specific timeframe and in the absence of an alternative cause. Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence of record, the court found Mr.

Coriale entitled to compensation. Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued.

The respondent had filed a proffer indicating that Mr. Coriale should be awarded a total of $97,000.00, which included $95,000.00 for pain and suffering, $557.87 for unreimbursable medical expenses, and $1,442.13 for future unreimbursable medical expenses reduced to present value.

Mr. Coriale agreed with this proffered award.

The court awarded Mr. Coriale a lump sum payment of $97,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the program.