Florida Jury Instruction - 1.4.1 Age Discrimination In Employment Act 29 USC Sect.621 - 634 General Instruction

• Category: Federal - Jury Instructions - Adverse Employment Action
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-11CF-1-4-1
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form contains sample jury instructions, to be used across the United States. These questions are to be used only as a model, and should be altered to more perfectly fit your own cause of action needs.

Florida Jury Instruction — 1.4.1 Age Discrimination In Employment Act 29 USC Sect.621 – 634 General Instruction is a legal instruction given to the jury during a trial involving age discrimination in employment cases in Florida courts. This instruction provides guidance on understanding and applying the provisions of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (AREA), which is encoded under Title 29 of the United States Code (USC), Sections 621 to 634. The purpose of this instruction is to ensure that the jury fully comprehends the elements of a claim under the AREA, the burden of proof required for each party, and the legal standards that need to be considered when determining liability. It covers the following key aspects: 1. Definition of Age Discrimination: This instruction defines age discrimination as adverse employment actions based on an individual's age when such actions negatively impact the terms, conditions, or privileges of their employment. 2. Protected Individuals: It explains that the AREA protects individuals who are 40 years of age or older from age-based discrimination. 3. Elements of an Age Discrimination Claim: This instruction outlines the elements that need to be proven by the plaintiff in an age discrimination case. It typically includes demonstrating that the plaintiff was qualified for the job, was subjected to an adverse employment action, and that age was a motivating factor in the employer's decision. 4. Burden of Proof: This instruction clarifies the burden of proof placed on each party. The plaintiff has the initial burden of proving their case by presenting evidence, while the defendant has the burden of proving that age was not a determining factor in the employment decision. 5. Mixed-Motive Age Discrimination: Florida Jury Instruction — 1.4.1 may also include specific instructions related to mixed-motive age discrimination claims. It informs the jury that if age was a motivating factor in the employer's decision, the employer may still establish a defense by proving that the same employment action would have been taken in the absence of age as a factor. 6. Damages: If the jury finds that the plaintiff has proven their age discrimination claim, this instruction may discuss potential damages that can be awarded under the AREA, such as back pay, future lost wages, emotional distress damages, and liquidated damages in certain circumstances. It is important to note that the exact content and structure of Florida Jury Instruction — 1.4.1 may vary depending on the specific court, judge, or case circumstances. The instruction is specifically designed to help the jury understand the law and provide consistent guidance for fair and just decision-making in age discrimination cases.