Missouri Legislature Attempts to Pass Asbestos Claims Transparency Law

In 2020, the Missouri General Assembly attempted to reform asbestos litigation with S.B. 575, which aimed to enhance transparency in trust claims. Sponsored by Senator Bill Eigel, it proposed strict disclosure requirements on plaintiffs, but a Democratic filibuster blocked its passage despite a Republican majority. This highlights the potential impact of such reforms on future lawsuits and their implications for asbestos-related claims.