Types of Vaccine Injury Cases We Handle

Autoimmune vaccine injury cases vary widely — not just in the disorder itself, but in how suddenly and severely symptoms appear. We represent clients dealing with unexpected outcomes ranging from nerve damage and muscle weakness to clotting issues and full-body paralysis. Many of these clients were healthy before vaccination, with no history of autoimmune disease.

The challenge with autoimmune responses is that they’re often unpredictable. A vaccine may interact with a person’s genetic predisposition, underlying immune deficiency, or even prior infections. In some cases, the injury isn't immediate, making it harder to link the reaction to the vaccine without experienced legal and medical insight. Our firm focuses exclusively on vaccine injury cases, and we know how to identify, document, and prove complex autoimmune reactions for full compensation under the law.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)

GBS is a rapid-onset autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, often starting with tingling or weakness in the legs. In severe cases, it can lead to full paralysis or respiratory failure. It’s one of the most frequently compensated conditions in vaccine injury claims, especially following flu vaccinations. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical for recovery.

Transverse Myelitis

Transverse Myelitis involves inflammation across both sides of one section of the spinal cord, disrupting communication between the nerves and the rest of the body. It can cause sudden paralysis, sensory loss, and bladder or bowel dysfunction. Unlike GBS, which affects the peripheral nerves, this condition targets the central nervous system and is often linked to vaccines like HPV and Hepatitis B.

Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM)

ADEM is a rare, intense attack of inflammation in the brain and spinal cord, typically occurring shortly after infection or vaccination. It often affects children and can mimic multiple sclerosis. Symptoms may include headaches, seizures, or sudden behavioral changes. While some recover fully, others suffer lasting neurological damage.

Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)

CIDP is a chronic version of GBS with a slower onset and longer course. It causes nerve swelling and damage over time, leading to progressive weakness, numbness, and impaired motor skills. Patients often require long-term treatment, including steroids or IVIG therapy. Because of its chronic nature, CIDP vaccine injury claims usually involve larger compensation for ongoing care and future medical expenses.

Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

ITP is an autoimmune blood disorder where the immune system destroys platelets, leading to easy bruising, internal bleeding, or dangerously low platelet counts. It’s been most closely associated with the MMR vaccine, especially in young children. Unlike the neurological disorders above, ITP presents through excessive bruising, petechiae, and unexplained bleeding — requiring different types of medical evidence in a claim.

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How Vaccine Injury Claims Work

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A vaccine injury claim allows individuals harmed by a severe allergic reaction to seek financial compensation. Unlike traditional lawsuits, these cases are handled through the vaccine injury compensation program, a federal program designed to compensate vaccine injury victims.

Each person’s case is unique, and compensation depends on the severity of injuries suffered. At My Vaccine Lawyer, we handle all aspects of your claim, from gathering medical records to presenting expert testimony, so you can focus on recovery.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Vaccine injury cases can result in substantial compensation. If you’ve been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder or another serious condition, you may be eligible for damages covering:

• Medical expenses

• Lost wages

• Pain and suffering

• Long-term care needs

• Punitive damages in cases of medical negligence

Our firm fights for every dollar you’re owed.

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