However, while the standards of liability are identical, there is a major difference in the coverage of the two provisions. Applies to Section 1981 actions in the same manner as in Title VII actions). 136.Title VII, but not Section 1981, prohibits disparate impact discrimination. Finally, even workers who can pursue Title VII remedies may also want to sue under Section 1981 as well. Qualified immunity in a case brought under Section 1981 or 1983. Under section 1981, resulting in the dismissal of Johnson's section. Section 1981 has no limitation. Section 1981 grants individuals the right to make and enforce contracts, regardless of race. Section 1981 does not require an EEOC Charge to be filed. Thirteen Black employees intervened in the Commission action alleging violations of Title VII, 42 U.S.C. § 1981, and various state law provisions.