Eun Sup Kim v. HHS - Influenza, myocarditis (2026)

Eun Sup Kim filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on March 18, 2026, alleging that an influenza vaccination on November 5, 2023, caused him to develop myocarditis. On December 31, 2024, Petitioner's counsel filed a motion for interim attorneys' fees and costs, requesting $10,217.00 in fees and $405.00 in costs.

Respondent deferred to the Special Master's determination. The Special Master found the claim was brought in good faith and on a reasonable basis, and that an interim award was appropriate.

After reviewing the billing records, the Special Master reduced the requested fees by $771.50 due to non-compensable administrative tasks, duplicative billing, and excessive paralegal time. The requested costs of $405.00 for the filing fee were awarded in full.

The Special Master awarded a total of $9,850.50 in interim attorneys' fees and costs.