Labor Law
Legal Rights of Pregnant Employees in Israel
Numerous legal rights are protected for pregnant employees in Israel. Employers who infringe upon these rights are exposed to compensation claims that can reach very high sums. In this article, an expert labor law attorney from our firm will present all the current legal information on the subject. Our law firm in Jerusalem and Tel…
Read MoreNon-Compete Clauses in Employment Contracts in Israel
There is significant uncertainty surrounding non-compete clauses in employment contracts, both among employees and employers. In this article, an Israeli labor law expert from our firm explains the legal framework as established by legislation and court rulings. Our law firm, with offices in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, specializes in labor law. We provide legal advice…
Read MoreAccessing Employees’ Email Accounts in Israel: What Is Permitted and What Is Prohibited?
Is accessing employees’ email account legal for an Israeli employer? This is a complex issue that requires balancing employees’ rights to privacy with employers’ rights in the workplace. Regardless, employers must establish clear policies while adhering to legal guidelines, which are explained below. Our law firm, with offices in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, specializes in…
Read MoreRemote Work and Labour Laws in Israel
Remote work has become a prevalent practice in Israel, but the country does not have specific legislation regarding work from home conditions. However, several Israeli labor laws touch upon important aspects of employment for remote workers, such as time tracking, employment terms, and reimbursement of expenses. Employment Contracts and Work Conditions In Israel, while there…
Read MoreWork break in Israel – what you should know
The right to take a break during work is granted to every employee in Israel, subject to the conditions detailed in this article. Our law firm specializes in labor law, among other areas, and we help our clients safeguard their rights regarding work breaks in Israel, sick days, proper payment and more. . In this…
Read MoreWork Accidents Due to Employer Negligence in Israel
What are the legal rights of an employee who suffers from a work accident that occurred due to negligence on the part of the employer? Work accidents that occur due to negligence on the part of the employer may constitute grounds for a compensation lawsuit against the employer. In addition, when work accidents occur (that…
Read MoreContributory negligence in Compensation Claims – How Can it Reduce the Compensation Amount You Deserve?
What is the meaning of “Contributory negligence” in tort suits? Contributory negligence is a term meaning that despite injury and bodily damages caused to a person, this person still bears some fault in the occurrence of the damage caused to them. A contributory fault argument is usually raised by defendants in tort compensation suits, and…
Read MoreA Car Accident Which is also a Work Accident
As we’ve written in previous articles, work accidents can occur in a number of circumstances, one of them being a road accident which is a work accident. A work accident can take place in the workplace, as well as while commuting from home to the workplace, and back to the employee’s home. This article explains…
Read MoreBonuses and calculating severance pay – legal information from a labor law attorney
Are employee bonuses considered wages for the purposes of severance pay? Court rulings have established tests for deciding this issue, by which each case must be examined to determine whether the bonus is a part of the employee’s salary or not. If the bonus is conditional on specific circumstances such as the employee’s performance, it…
Read MoreWork accidents – how can you receive compensation and exercise your rights?
Did you know that a work accident can also happen on the way to the workplace or while working from home? Did you know that even self-employed workers can file a claim for a work accident? Are you aware that there are several different routes through which you can sue for damage caused at the…
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