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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell wants to shield corporate defendants from legal liability from some COVID-19 claims, as some states relax their lockdowns. Republicans including President Donald Trump insist that expanding legal immunity is a necessary condition for any additional stimulus bill to pass.
Impacts
The legal hurdles facing plaintiffs will grow, especially as more Republican-nominated judges are confirmed.
Expanding legal liability has stimulated lobbying; changing liability standards will widely affect the disposition of lawsuits.
The current lobbying activity will also shape the future pattern of campaign finance contributions.
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