Illinois
Vaccine Case Awards and Settlement Amounts
Behind every case is a client whose voice we help be heard. Learn about the impact we’ve made in their own words.
Use the map to search by state or scroll through the data tables. Click on the case number to view the official decision document from the United States Court of Federal Claims.
Typically, the decisions include a brief summary of the case and lists the dollar amount of awarded damages.
IMPORTANT: This information does NOT apply to injuries from the COVID-19 vaccine.
Click here for details on the COVID-19 Vaccine Compensation Process.
- Our attorneys have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our vaccine-injured clients.
- mctlaw obtained the highest single compensation award in Vaccine Act history on behalf of one of our clients.
- NO part of a client’s financial award is taken by our law firm.
- There is NEVER a contingency fee paid by the client in vaccine cases in the United States Court of Federal Claims
- Our clients keep 100% of their awards because our legal fees are paid directly by the Court
- There is no need to hire a vaccine injury lawyer near you because these are federal cases. The VICP lists fewer than 200 vaccine injury attorneys across the country on their website. 11 of those full time vaccine injury attorney are from mctlaw.
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| Settlement Amounts | Illness or Symptoms | State | Vaccine Name | Link to Court Decision | Date |
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| $145,497.20 | SIRVA | Illinois | Flu | Case 19-540V | 12/02/2025 |
| $178,086.98 | GBS with Miller-Fischer | Illinois | Flu | Case 24-1901V | 12/05/2025 |
| $195,000.00 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Flu | Case 23-1979V | 07/14/2025 |
| $40,000 | Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis | Illinois | Tdap, Meningococcal Vaccines | Case 10-516V | 07/08/2011 |
| $50,000 | Tranverse Myelitis | Illinois | Influenza | Case 19-592V | 02/15/2022 |
| $69,129 | SIRVA | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 18-91V | 06/05/2020 |
| $75,000 | SIRVA | Illinois | Flu | Case 16-1458V | 08/23/2019 |
| $80,000 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 10-520V | 07/27/2011 |
| $85,000 | SIRVA | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 18-0745V | 09/09/2020 |
| $101,875.15 | GBS with Miller-Fischer | Illinois | Flu | Case 22-1099V | 06/27/2023 |
| $108,215 | SIRVA | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 19-0205V | 06/16/2020 |
| $115,503 | SIRVA | Illinois | Flu | Case 20-25V | 02/03/2023 |
| $120,375 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-1089V | 01/22/2016 |
| $128,000 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Flu Vaccine | Case 15-727V | 02/23/2016 |
| $137,000 | SIRVA | Illinois | Flu | Case 17-0299V | 02/05/2019 |
| $155,000 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Tdap Vaccine | Case 15-568V | 11/10/2016 |
| $162,500 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 10-292V | 01/09/2012 |
| $175,000 | Optic Neuritis, Vision Loss | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-1329V | 03/13/2017 |
| $180,720 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 16-1679V | 08/25/2017 |
| $200,000 | Neuritis, Myositis, Polyneuropathy | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-1317V | 08/30/2016 |
| $217,060 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Flu Vaccine | Case 15-0387V | 01/06/2016 |
| $220,000 | Transverse Myelitis (TM) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-1318V | 04/25/2017 |
| $308,846 | Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 19-894V | 12/28/2021 |
| $443,284 | SIRVA | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 13-795V | 01/28/2016 |
| $800,000 | Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) | Illinois | Influenza Vaccine | Case 13-930V | 10/20/2016 |
What Our Clients Say
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In October 2022 I had a Misplaced flu shot in my left shoulder that started bothering me quite a bit. After some investigation, I learned that this was a SIRVA Injury (Shoulder Injury, Related to Vaccination Administration). After investigating law firms that specialize in injury damages, I decided …Read MoreGary Larson
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Bob Miller
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I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding legal support provided by MctLaw. From the moment I reached out to them regarding a vaccine injury (SIRVA), they exhibited professionalism, expertise, and genuine care that far surpassed my expectations. Throughout the entire process, they were d…Read More
Maria Jose Herrero
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A very happy client! I was always treated with respect by a warm, friendly and most of all highly professional staff. I felt they were always looking out for me and everything was done with my best interest at heart. I was more than happy with the result of my case. I would highly recommend this fir…Read More
Peter Hatt Lipscomb
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Mctlaw stood up for us when no one else would. They were consummate professionals, tenacious, compassionate, responsive, hard working and ultimately successful against one of the biggest giants in the medical devices field.
Margaret Bower
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I never thought I would be involved in a medical lawsuit, but after finding out I had severe metallosis from a faulty metal-on-metal hip implant I was referred to MCT Law by another firm. I was mostly in contact with Leslie, a paralegal, and she was extremely caring. I was often stressed about the p…Read More
Beth Bryant
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Great representation. Very caring team just like family!
Alan Arnold
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The experience was very good. We are not computer savvy and we appreciate Lisa’s patience and help. Any questions we had we answered very quickly.
Brenda Keys
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The attorneys and the entire team were friendly and professional. They are very interested and concerned for you personally and keep you informed and answer all your questions or concerns promptly. I highly recommend this firm.
Augustin Flores
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The communication was outstanding in emails and responding to questions by telephone. This was the first time participating in a lawsuit and they educated me as well as caring for my particular medical situation.
Robert Munroe
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I have been totally pleased with all my interactions with Leslie Williams. She is very professional and personable and always extremely prompt in answering questions and giving explanations as needed. I would not hesitate to use this firm, and especially Leslie Williams in any other legal action.
Deonne Giddens
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Excellent response times, very informative and helpful throughout the settlement process. Leslie and Michele’s knowledge of my case details was reassuring. The overall outcome exceeded my expectations.
Suzi Quaintance
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They were the very best to work with. Leslie and Michelle were fantastic. I have come to think of Leslie as a friend even though we have never actually met.
Susan Rightmyer
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All of the staff at MCT Law with whom I was in contact, were very efficient, helpful and managed my expectations. Any time I had a question or concern, they were addressed immediately. I felt very safe and assured in my involvement with MCT Law. I feel that I had the best possible outcome and I woul…Read More
Mj Menein
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I was extremely satisfied with the services and professionalism they provided!!!!
Jim
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It was a pleasure working with MCT Law. They kept me informed through the entire process and hey were always available to take my calls if I had questions. I would highly recommend them.
Thomas E. McClung
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My wife, Connie, gives Mctlaw 5 stars for the outstanding legal support provided during her case. Everyone that she had contact with, especially Leslie Williams and Miichele Stephen, was prompt in responding to questions and concerns that surfaced during the case. They were attentive and professiona…Read More
John Reifsnyder
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Mctlaw represented me and did a very good job. They always kept me informed of the proceedings at hand and the time limits involved.The paralegals were excellent and explained everything to me that I didn’t understand. I was happy with the result of my case. You can’t go wrong with Mctlaw representi…Read More
Gary Thick
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I have been working with Mctlaw for two years. I have had Attorney Ilyas Sayeg and his team of paralegals working with me. They have been diligent in working to get me a settlement. After two years of working the case we have agreed on a settlement. I cannot say how fair and honest they have been th…Read More
Joe Ricardi
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Eileen Barton
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I have only positive things to say about my experience with mctlaw. Leslie Williams and Michelle Stephan provided me with frequent updates on my case that resulted in a settlement after 2+ years of litigation process. I often would refer to Leslie as clairvoyant and am grateful for the outcome of th…Read More
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I can’t say enough good things about how professional, knowledgeable, courteous, effective, and responsive the staff at mctlaw has been. Everyone I dealt with at mctlaw treated me as an important client. These staff personnel were never too busy to take my calls, and always made every effort to clar…Read More
James Baker
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There is no amount of cash, that can compensate anyone when trust has been betrayed. I firmly trusted my life and care to the unknowns. But Mctlaw, Michele & Leslie restored my faith in humanity. Not only am I pleased, I am very grateful to have an honest and caring professionalism, that NEVER m…Read More
Ida Mc Cray
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mctlaw was very professional in bringing my case to a successful resolution. They were responsive to my inquiries. I would recommend mctlaw!
Doreen Zupkov
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Professional, knowledge and communication of Mr Cowgill and staff made working with mctlaw a great experience.
Mike Erickson
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What a refreshing experience. This law firm and all the staff are exceptional. It was a pleasure to work with them on what could have been a very stressful issue. I wish all law firms were as thoughtful. They kept me informed and made me feel like they truly cared which is rare these days. Highly re…Read More
Deborah Hoepfer
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Mctlaw is fabulous, Melissa Powell is excellent, very happy with everything she has helped me with, never had to wait for answers to my questions and she did what all the local law firms said they couldn’t!! I simply can’t say enough about how much I appreciate her and everyone else involved in my c…Read More
Chris Brown
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They did an amazing job and I am very grateful for their patience, cooperation and professionalism in securing a settlement for my injuries!
Philippe Steinitz
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I cant recommend this firm enough. They have an outstanding team that truly care for their clients. I used them for a SIRVA claim. This means I sustained a physical injury from a vaccine, and had to have surgery. Throughout the whole process I was educated, counseled, and was provided piece of mind …Read More
Nate M
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Never have been involved in a medical case before. Upon learning of the high toxins in my body from a hip prosthesis gone awry, I googled possible help from attorneys. mctlaw was the first firm to contact me (same day). They were concerned and “asked” to help. From the initial survey, to the final c…Read More
Susan Babcock
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Melissa Powell was the contact person on my case. She was always very helpful in organizing my paper work or material. Always kept me up to date with what was happening and polite in her manner. Her time lines were always met. I appreciated very much working with her.
John Pitman
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Lucious Smith
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Entire staff was professional, caring and pleasant to deal with. Always felt when talking to paralegals or attorneys confident in their answer’s to my questions. Was kept advised as to where our case was. I thank the entire staff for their help. I would whole heartedly recommend their services to an…Read More
Susan Silvia
The Indian law attorneys at mctlaw have been fantastic. They have really helped give new life to the U… 
“The Indian law group at mctlaw promised a good deal for our tribal gaming regulation… 
“The attorneys at mctlaw are easy to work with while still producing high quality res… 
“Thank you Jeff, and the rest of the mctlaw staff for securing our Tribal seal which is a huge part … 
