Most claims filed under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) settle out of court. In fact, according to the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), approximately four out of five successful claimants receive a settlement rather than an… Read More ›
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Can Miller Fisher Syndrome (MFS) be Vaccine-Related?
Miller Fisher Syndrome (MFS) is a variant of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) that has been linked to certain vaccinations, including the annual flu shot. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), most patients diagnosed with MFS achieve “almost complete” recovery… Read More ›
What Ingredients are in a Vaccine?
Vaccines are complex chemical compounds that contain a variety of ingredients. Each of these ingredients serves a specific purpose, and each carries its own potential risks for vaccine recipients. While all vaccines are generally considered safe, getting vaccinated does carry… Read More ›
Recent Vaccine Injury Awards Provided Under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
Each year, the Law Offices of Leah V. Durant, PLLC represents clients in claims arising under the National Vaccine Injury Program (VICP). While a significant portion of these clients have been diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) and shoulder injury related… Read More ›
Why Hiring a Vaccine Attorney Is Advisable When Filing a Vaccine Claim
“To be compensated by the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), you must file a petition with the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. . . . Because this is a legal process, most people hire a lawyer.” – Health Resources… Read More ›
What is the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and When Should You Hire a Vaccine Lawyer?
Most of the time, when you suffer unexpected injuries or an illness is that caused by a dangerous medication, your only option for seeking compensation is to file a traditional tort lawsuit. This involves taking your doctor, the hospital, the… Read More ›
Protecting Yourself from Vaccine Injuries – Understanding the Risks of Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction experienced by individuals with severe allergies to certain vaccines. Millions of people in the United States suffer from anaphylaxis each year – with many occurring following the receipt of a vaccination. How do… Read More ›
Hiring a Vaccine Attorney at No Financial Cost to You – Why having a qualified vaccine attorney helps victims obtain financial compensation
The Law Offices of Leah Durant assists clients and/or their loved ones who have been injured by vaccines obtain compensation for their vaccine injuries. How the VICP Pays Your Attorney Costs After you or a loved one has been injured… Read More ›
The Benefits of Hiring a Vaccine Injury Attorney
If you or a loved one has been injured by a vaccine you may feel overwhelmed by all that has happened to you. That is why it is important to speak with a skilled vaccine injury attorney to discuss your… Read More ›