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Autoimmune Disorders from Vaccines

Fighting for Vaccine Injury Victims – Get the Compensation You Deserve

Vaccines can trigger the immune system to turn on the body—causing rare but serious conditions like transverse myelitis, GBS, and autoimmune hepatitis. An autoimmune disorder vaccine injury happens when the immune system, instead of defending the body, turns against it—triggered in rare cases by vaccination. While vaccines are an essential tool in fighting infectious diseases like influenza, they can, in some cases, set off a damaging immune response.

Certain autoimmune diseases, such as Guillain-Barré syndrome and transverse myelitis, have been linked to specific vaccines. GBS after a flu shot is on the Vaccine Injury Table; transverse myelitis is off-Table, so causation must be proven with medical evidence. These cases involve inflammation, nerve damage, or organ involvement and often follow known viral infections or immune activation.

If you've developed an autoimmune condition after vaccination, speak with a vaccine injury lawyer at My Vaccine Lawyer today—it costs nothing to get answers.

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Hear Cheryl's Vaccine Injury Story

Cheryl, a former client of My Vaccine Lawyer, shares her experience with Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) following a flu shot. She describes the sudden onset of pain, limited shoulder mobility, and a long recovery process that led her to seek legal help from attorney Max Muller.

With his support, Cheryl filed a successful claim through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and received a settlement covering her medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. SIRVA symptoms typically include sudden pain within 48 hours of vaccination, restricted range of motion, and discomfort that can last for weeks or months.

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Which Autoimmune Conditions Qualify as Vaccine Injuries?

Not every immune reaction after a vaccine counts as a compensable injury. But some conditions appear often enough in reports, studies, and legal claims to be recognized under the VICP. The most common involve nerve damage, liver inflammation, and immune dysfunction following certain vaccines—particularly those targeting infectious diseases.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)

Guillain-Barré syndrome is the most frequently compensated autoimmune disorder under the VICP. It usually follows an immune system response to infection or vaccination—especially the influenza vaccine. GBS damages the peripheral nerves, starting with weakness in the legs and moving upward, sometimes leading to full paralysis.

The condition affects both the spinal cord and central nervous system, and has been tied to natural infections, influenza virus, and influenza vaccination. Onset typically occurs within six weeks of the shot, making it easier to prove in a legal setting when paired with timely medical documentation.

Autoimmune Hepatitis

This rare liver condition happens when the immune system attacks liver cells, leading to inflammation and potential long-term liver damage.

Though still under review, cases with strong medical records and no prior liver history may qualify for compensation. These are medically serious injuries that require steroid treatment and long-term monitoring.

Transverse Myelitis

Transverse myelitis involves inflammation of the spinal cord, often causing pain, numbness, and even paralysis. It shares features with multiple sclerosis, which can make diagnosis difficult. Distinguishing Transverse Myelitis from other neurological issues requires fast workup and good clinical notes. Transverse myelitis is not on the Vaccine Injury Table, so a claim must prove causation, usually with a close timeline and other potential causes ruled out.

Other Emerging Autoimmune Conditions

Outside of those above, conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, immune deficiency, and other immune disorders are being studied in the context of vaccination. Previous studies and control group data show signs of increased risk in vaccinated individuals, particularly when baseline characteristics or risk factors suggest vulnerability. While not all are currently covered in the vaccine injury table, cases involving these disorders have been submitted to the program, and further studies may expand eligibility over time. Legal claims in these areas depend heavily on clear timelines and specialist support.

Not sure if your autoimmune condition is covered? Talk to My Vaccine Lawyer—we’ll review your case and tell you if it qualifies under the VICP.

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What These Injuries Cost to Treat

Treatment for vaccine-related autoimmune disorders often involves extended hospital stays, specialized therapies, and long-term medication. For Guillain-Barré syndrome, patients typically receive IVIG or plasmapheresis, followed by inpatient rehabilitation to regain motor function. These costs can range from $60,000 to over $150,000 depending on severity and length of stay. For autoimmune hepatitis, managing liver damage may require months of corticosteroid treatment, liver biopsies, and ongoing specialist care—easily exceeding $40,000 in direct medical expenses, even in moderate cases. In more complex neurological conditions like transverse myelitis, full neurological assessments, MRIs, and mobility support services often push costs well into six figures.

These treatments aren't one-time events. Patients with ongoing symptoms may need years of follow-up with neurologists, rheumatologists, or hepatologists. Proper treatment is necessary to avoid long-term disability, and without coverage, families often bear these expenses out of pocket. The VICP accounts for this, offering compensation for medical records documentation, rehab, prescriptions, and even home modifications in severe cases. The VICP pays our attorney's fees directly, separate from your award, and by law we can't charge you any other fee.

How My Vaccine Lawyer Handles Autoimmune Vaccine Injury Cases

When you’re dealing with a suspected autoimmune disorder vaccine injury, the biggest challenge is often proving the connection. That’s where My Vaccine Lawyer steps in. We review your medical records, your past medical history, and the timeline of your vaccination to see if your case lines up with recognized injuries under the VICP. If your condition isn’t on the table yet, we’ll tell you that too—upfront and clearly.

If there’s a path forward, we handle everything. We consult with medical experts to interpret labs and imaging, pull in published studies, and compare your case to others involving the same vaccine. Because these injuries often come with complex symptoms and uncertain diagnoses, we focus on tying everything together clearly for the court: how your body reacts, how it changed after at least one dose, and why it qualifies under the program.

If you think a vaccine triggered an autoimmune condition, contact My Vaccine Lawyer. We’ll tell you if your case qualifies—and we’ll handle the rest if it does.

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The Legal Process for Vaccine Injury Cases

Vaccine injury cases follow a unique legal process. Since these claims are handled under the VICP, they require an attorney with experience in federal vaccine litigation. At My Vaccine Lawyer, we start with a free consultation to assess your claim. We then gather medical records, expert testimony, and supporting evidence to build a strong case. If a fair settlement isn’t offered, we are prepared to take your case to trial.

1. Contact Your Doctor

If you suffered a vaccine-related injury, adverse effects or worsening symptoms, call your doctor immediately.

2. Call My Vaccine Lawyer

For a free consultation. We are licensed to practice in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

How Much Does a Vaccine Injury Lawyer Cost?

Paul Brazil: Sep 4, 2026

For most qualified claims handled through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, you do not pay your vaccine...

Do You Need a Local Vaccine Injury Lawyer?

Max Muller: Aug 21, 2026

No. For most claims under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), you do not need a lawyer with an...

How Long Does a Vaccine Injury Claim Take?

Paul Brazil: Aug 12, 2026

A VICP claim takes about two to three years, on average, from filing to adjudication. That is the current benchmark...