Steven Fields v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (2025)

Steven Fields filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on July 1, 2025, alleging that he suffered from Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of receiving an influenza vaccination on January 6, 2022. He further alleged that he suffered residual effects for more than six months.

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

The respondent indicated that Mr. Fields satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation for GBS following the intramuscular administration of a seasonal flu vaccination.

The respondent did not dispute that Mr. Fields met all legal prerequisites for compensation.

Based on the respondent's position and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found that Mr. Fields is entitled to compensation.

The case is proceeding to determine the award amount.