Business Insider reports state and federal officials “nationwide have ordered the use of protective face masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus.” Many businesses “have instituted similar policies to protect customers and staff,” but some customers are resisting the change. In comparison, BI says, “even the seat belt, one of the most ubiquitous safety devices in modern history, faced a contentious battle for acceptance.” The NHTSA eventually was created, and the seat belt was made mandatory, despite a majority of Americans being against them in polls.

From the news release of the American Association for Justice.