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Laura Flahive Wu

Laura Flahive Wu is an experienced litigator who represents clients in complex litigation, including commercial disputes, class actions, and product liability matters. She has a track record of securing favorable outcomes for her clients in state and federal courts, before arbitral panels, and regulatory bodies. 

A stand-up litigator, Laura is known for her ability to spot critical issues, and clients frequently rely on her to help them rejuvenate their defense in challenging cases. For instance, she has been a key member of the Covington team representing McKesson in the nationwide opioid litigation, including defending nuisance claims and winning a bench trial in West Virginia federal court.

In addition, Laura has experience in class actions and consumer protection matters. Her recent successes include representing a major energy company in a securities class action and resolving an ERISA dispute for a global energy company. Laura co-leads the NFL litigation seeking insurance coverage for concussion-related tort claims and was part of the Covington team that successfully defended the NFL Clubs in a class action brought by retired players alleging improper administration of prescription pain medications. She represents clients throughout the entire life cycle of a case, including through trial, and is recognized for her collaborative approach.

Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) initiatives have become increasingly important in today’s business setting.  Increased awareness and heightened scrutiny of ESG-related issues, combined with third-party litigation funding, has led to a surge in ESG-related litigation and enforcement actions as consumers, regulators, and investors seek to hold companies accountable for claims about their environmental and social impact.  

This post explores the emerging trends shaping the landscape of ESG litigation, which are increasingly centralized in courts in the District of Columbia.  Such claims are often brought by nonprofit organizations seeking to take advantage of local consumer protection laws which they claim allow them standing to sue.Continue Reading A Closer Look: Developing Trends in ESG Litigation