Governor could call a special session of Legislature

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry wants the governor to call a special session to deal with “the growing problem of opportunistic COVID-19 lawsuits.” During Wednesday’s coronavirus briefing, Governor Parson appeared open to the idea of a special session to deal with coronavirus liability.

In a press release, the Chamber says coronavirus liability is an emerging problem in Missouri involving those who believe they might have contracted the virus at a business and wants to sue the organization. President Dan Mehan says companies that are making a good-faith effort and taking the necessary precautions should not face “crippling COVID-19 litigation”.