Kathy L. Troen v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (2025)

Kathy L. Troen filed a petition for compensation on December 20, 2024, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine administered on October 4, 2023.

She stated that the injury was a Table claim, that she received the vaccine in the United States, that the residual effects lasted more than six months, and that she had no prior award or settlement. Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report on December 18, 2024, conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation.

Respondent's medical personnel reviewed the petition and medical records and determined that Petitioner 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 if onset occurs between three and forty-two days after a seasonal flu vaccination and there is no apparent alternative cause. Based on Respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found Petitioner entitled to compensation, with the case proceeding to damages.