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HRS §378-69

How this law relates to other legal rights

This section says the law does not replace or limit your existing rights under common law for wrongful discharge. If this law conflicts with another law, the one that gives you more protection as an employee wins.

employees

The statute, as written — Conflict with common law, precedence

The rights created herein shall not be construed to limit the development of the common law nor to preempt the common law rights and remedies on the subject matter of discharges which are contrary to public policy. In the event of a conflict between the terms and provisions of this part and any other law on the subject the more beneficial provisions favoring the employee shall prevail.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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