Subsection (a) had prospective effect only. 76 H. 454, 879 P.2d 1037.

Chapter 386 does not bar relief on claims filed with the commission. 85 H. 7, 936 P.2d 643.

Section permits court to award compensatory and punitive damages in civil actions brought under part I of chapter 378. 85 H. 7, 936 P.2d 643.