Rhode Island Jury Instruction 1.2.1: Race And/Or Sex Discrimination Discharge — Failure To PromotIncludingin— - Same Decision Defense Description: Rhode Island Jury Instruction 1.2.1 refers to a legal guideline provided to the jury in cases involving race and/or sex discrimination in an employment context, specifically focusing on the failure to promote and discharge claims. This instruction encompasses the interpretation and application of the same decision defense, which allows employers to present evidence that the same decision would have been taken even without considering the employee's race or sex. Keywords: — Rhode Island: Refers to the state in which the jury instruction is applicable. — Jury Instruction: Legal guideline provided to the jury to assist in understanding and deciding on matters of law in a trial. — Race Discrimination: Unfair treatment based on an individual's race, ethnicity, or color. — Sex Discrimination: Unfair treatment based on an individual's gender or sex. — Discharge: The termination of employment. — Failure to Promote: The refusal or denial of an employee's advancement to a higher position within an organization. — Same Decision Defense: A legally recognized defense that allows an employer to argue that the same decision regarding promotion or discharge would have been made regardless of the employee's race or sex. Different Types: There are no different types of Rhode Island Jury Instruction 1.2.1 Race And Or Sex Discrimination Discharge — Failure To PromotIncludingin— - Same Decision Defense. However, it may be modified or adapted depending on the specific circumstances and arguments presented in a particular case. Note: The provided content is purely informational and should not be interpreted as legal advice. For accurate and updated information, consult a qualified attorney or legal resource in Rhode Island.