Luanne Gochnour v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain Barre Syndrome (2025)

Luanne Gochnour filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered from Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) caused by an influenza vaccination administered on October 16, 2020. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, conceded that Ms.

Gochnour is entitled to compensation. The respondent concluded that she satisfied the criteria set forth in the Vaccine Injury Table and the Qualifications and Aids to Interpretation for GBS.

A ruling on entitlement was issued on April 17, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on November 13, 2024, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation.

The parties agreed to an award of $259,330.83, which includes $242,600.00 for pain and suffering and $16,730.83 for past unreimbursable expenses. This amount represents all elements of compensation to which Ms.

Gochnour is entitled. The decision awarding damages was issued on January 22, 2025, granting the lump sum payment to Ms.

Gochnour, who is a competent adult.