Mia Lorick, Partner in Locke Lord’s Litigation Practice Group, was quoted by Law360 on upcoming oral arguments and implications regarding the Electric Reliability Council of Texas Inc.’s (ERCOT) immunity status in multiple disputes stemming from ERCOT’s handling of the demand surge during 2021's Winter Storm Uri. This case was selected as one to watch in Texas in 2023. Lorick notes the mass power outage experienced in Texas during Winter Storm Uri led to numerous lawsuits in state and federal courts. "A lot of those lawsuits name ERCOT," Lorick said. "So the implications are vast whichever way the court decides."
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