Hawaii Jury Instruction — 1.3.1 Civil Rights Act 42 USC Sect.1981 Race Discrimination In Employment Discharge — Failure To Promote General Instruction: This specific jury instruction in Hawaii pertains to cases involving race discrimination in employment discharge and failure to promote under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, specifically Section 1981 of Title 42 of the United States Code (42 USC Sect.1981). It provides guidance to juries on how they should evaluate evidence and analyze claims related to racial discrimination in the workplace. The instruction emphasizes that race discrimination in employment discharge or failure to promote is prohibited under federal law. It aims to protect individuals from being unfairly treated or denied opportunities at work solely based on their race. Key elements covered in this instruction: 1. Proving Discrimination: The instruction outlines the burden of proof for the plaintiff (the individual alleging race discrimination) in establishing a case of discrimination. It explains that the plaintiff must show, by a preponderance of the evidence, that race was a substantial or motivating factor in their discharge or failure to be promoted. 2. Direct and Circumstantial Evidence: The instruction distinguishes between direct evidence (such as explicit discriminatory statements or acts) and circumstantial evidence (such as patterns of treatment or certain circumstances). It clarifies that discrimination can be proven through either type of evidence. 3. Pretext: The instruction acknowledges that the defendant (the employer accused of discrimination) may present a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason for the discharge or failure to promote. However, it notes that if the plaintiff shows that the employer's alleged reason was merely a pretext to conceal unlawful discrimination, then the jury should find in favor of the plaintiff. Different types of Hawaii Jury Instruction — 1.3.1 Civil Rights Act 42 USC Sect.1981 Race Discrimination In Employment Discharge — Failure To Promote General Instruction may include variations for different employment contexts or levels of discrimination. For example: — Hawaii JurInstructionio— - 1.3.1(a): Race Discrimination in Employment Discharge — Failure to Promote General Instruction for Private Sector Employees. — Hawaii JurInstructionio— - 1.3.1(b): Race Discrimination in Employment Discharge — Failure to Promote General Instruction for Public Sector Employees. — Hawaii JurInstructionio— - 1.3.1(c): Race Discrimination in Employment Discharge — Failure to Promote General Instruction for Supervisory Positions. — Hawaii JurInstructionio— - 1.3.1(d): Race Discrimination in Employment Discharge — Failure to Promote General Instruction for Executive Positions. These variations cater to different employment scenarios and may address distinct aspects of race discrimination in employment discharge or failure to promote based on the specific circumstances and laws governing different employment contexts.