Cathy Burgard v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (2025)

On February 27, 2023, Cathy Burgard filed a petition alleging that an influenza vaccination administered on November 13, 2020 caused Guillain-Barre syndrome. The public stipulation identifies her as an adult but does not state an exact age.

Respondent denied that Ms. Burgard suffered a Table GBS injury, denied that the flu vaccine caused her alleged GBS or residual effects, and denied that her current condition was vaccine-related.

The public text does not describe onset, hospital care, diagnostic testing, treatment, or expert opinions. On December 5, 2025, Chief Special Master Corcoran adopted the parties' stipulation and awarded $455,000.00 as a lump sum through counsel for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.