Posts by Michael Decker
Notarized Translation into Dutch in Israel
A notarized translation of a specific document serves as proof that the document has been accurately and properly translated. Notarized translation into Dutch and from Dutch is becoming increasingly commonly required in Israel. This is due to the presence of the Dutch embassy in Israel and the growing number of immigrants to the Netherlands for…
Read MoreNotarized Translation to Spanish in Israel
A notarized translation to Spanish is required not only in Spain or South America. The Spanish language is the most spoken European language in the world after English. It is the official language in many countries in South America and Africa, but even in countries like the United States, there are many Spanish speakers. Spanish…
Read MoreNotarized Translation to Japanese in Israel
The demand for notarized translation into Japanese or from Japanese into English \ Hebrew has greatly increased recently, thanks to globalization and the high volume of business and work cycles with Japan and other Japanese-speaking countries. This situation has created a need for legal translation into Japanese for various documents and certifications. A notarized translation…
Read MoreThe Surveillance Debate
Widespread usage of surveillance cameras is an ongoing debate, with pros and cons on the legislative privacy and security sides. With so much gray area, it may be challenging to formulate an opinion on whether increased implementation of surveillance cameras is necessary for the sake of security. To help the public with this decision, the…
Read MoreAttorney fee agreement
The relationship between a lawyer and their client is built on trust, and that trust is built on mutual fulfillment of professional obligations. As part of the working relationship, an agreement regarding payment for legal services will generally be reached before work begins. When choosing the right lawyer for you, the attorney fee agreement is…
Read MorePrivacy Protection Lawyer
If you believe your right to privacy has been violated and you want to file a lawsuit under the Privacy Protection Act, or if a lawsuit has been filed against you for privacy infringement, it is important you consult with an expert lawyer. A privacy protection lawyer has the knowledge and expertise to assess the…
Read MorePrivacy Protection Law in Israel
Now that much of our personal information is exposed online, protecting privacy is more important than ever. If your personal information, private correspondence, or some humiliating video or photo has been published publicly, what can be done? In this article, attorney Michael Decker explains what the law says about privacy protection and what legal measures…
Read MoreMediation and Arbitration in Israeli Civil Law
In the realm of civil law disputes, there are various ways to resolve conflicts between parties aside from the traditional and familiar method of litigation through a judge in a courtroom. The most common alternative methods for dispute resolution in Israel are mediation and arbitration. But what are the differences between them, and what is…
Read MoreReligious Workers Visa to the US – R-1 Visa
How can a religious worker, such as a rabbi, cantor, priest, or other spiritual leader, perform their duties within the United States? The US offers a specific work visa for religious workers, known as the R-1 visa. The US religious worker visa (R1 visa) allows for a total stay of up to 5 years, with…
Read MoreNaturalization for Green Card Holders
Green Card holders should apply for US naturalization as soon as they are eligible. Why the rush to “should” instead of “may at their leisure”? Because US citizenship cannot be lost, while permanent resident status can be revoked. Naturalization for Green Card Holders may allow them to hold on to their life in the US…
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