Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disorder of the central nervous system that can affect the brain and spinal cord.  In MS, the immune system attacks nerve fibers and destroys the myelin sheath; an insulating layer imperative for the conduction of nerve impulses.  This inflammatory process disrupts communication within the central nervous system, and between the central nervous system and other parts of the body.

Symptoms of MS vary widely, but some common symptoms include numbness or tingling of the face, body or extremities; impaired coordination or problems with gait; vision problems; pain; fatigue; and dizziness, among others.  Most people who suffer from MS have a relapsing-remitting course.  The onset of new symptoms may develop over a few days or weeks and then improve partially or completely.

Our Recent Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Case Results

Date: November 4, 2016

Docket Number: 15-943V

Description: 29-year-old male received Tdap and flu vaccines, and experienced symptoms approximately 1.5 weeks later. He was subsequently diagnosed with MS.

Result: Awarded a lump sum of $195,000.

Date: September 19, 2016

Docket Number: 14-666V

Description: 14-year-old female received the Hep A vaccine and was subsequently diagnosed with MS.

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $200,000.

Date: October 13, 2015

Docket Number: 11-876V

Description: 11-year-old who received the Tdap and meningococcal vaccines, then experienced on onset of MS within two weeks of receiving vaccinations.

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $210,000.

Date: February 24, 2014

Docket Number: 10-326V

Description: 35-year-old female who received the varicella vaccine, then experienced the onset of MS within a few weeks of receiving vaccination.

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $450,000, plus an annuity for future medical needs.

Date: January 4, 2013

Docket Number: 11-25V

Description: 19-year-old female who received the HPV vaccine, then experienced the onset of MS one week after her vaccination.

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $100,000.

Date: June 17, 2011

Docket Number: 07-260V

Description: 18-year-old female who received the Td, MMR, meningococcal and Hep B vaccines, then experienced the onset of MS approximately three weeks following her vaccinations.  

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $1,489,728.17, plus an annuity for future medical needs.

Date: February 25, 2008

Docket Number: 99-645V

Description: 37-year-old female who developed MS following the administration of the Hep B vaccine.

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $225,000.

Date: January 1, 2008

Docket Number: Docket No. 99-611V

Description: 39-year-old male who received the Hep B vaccine, and experienced the onset of MS within one week of vaccination.

Result:

Awarded a lump sum of $150,000.