Transport law
A car accident resulting in serious injury or death – what should be done? (legal information)
A fatal crash – a car accident involving serious injury or death – may lead to criminal charges, along with civil damage claims that may be filed against the offending driver. Many factors may affect the outcomes of these criminal and civil proceedings, including what caused the accident, the safety measures applied at the time,…
Read MoreDetermining liability for bodily injury and property in a traffic accident (legal information)
How is responsibility for damage determined in the context of a car accident? The rules regarding responsibility for causing damages in the context of a traffic accident in civil lawsuits are unique and complex: regarding bodily injuries in traffic accidents, the law establishes a rule of absolute responsibility of the offending driver. In contrast, regarding…
Read MoreCar accident – bodily and property damage – how do you claim compensation?
In any traffic accident caused by a collision between two vehicles, or as part of a self-inflicted accident, such as a vehicle colliding with a wall or a tree or a vehicle overturning, etc., there are two types of damage: bodily damage to the driver of the vehicle and/or the passenger, as well as property…
Read MoreWhat should be done following a car accident in Israel?
As a general rule, in every accident, some steps must be taken to exhaust the question of responsibility and damage and to receive the compensation you deserve, of course, if the basic conditions stipulated in the various laws are met. In this article we will focus on the steps to be taken following a car…
Read MorePlea bargain in traffic cases
A plea bargain in traffic cases is an agreement between the prosecuting authorities and the accused. As part of it, the driver admits to a charge reduced from the one initially attributed to him, in exchange for his confession. To make sure that a plea deal is indeed the best alternative for the driver and to…
Read MoreTraffic report – how to avoid traffic violation points?
Did you receive a traffic ticket in Israel? In many cases, along with the financial fine, traffic violation points will also accrue to your account. This registration of these “points” is very meaningful; therefore, before deciding to pay the traffic ticket you should contact a traffic lawyer who will examine the possibility of preventing the…
Read MoreCorrect conduct when receiving a traffic ticket
“My friend also got 36 points – so why was I the one who got his driver’s license suspended??” This is a question that many drivers ask themselves again and again. “Why has my license been suspended while other drivers’ haven’t?” Following is a simple and efficient explanation provided by a traffic lawyer: how you…
Read MoreThe importance of consulting with a traffic lawyer before interrogation
You have been summoned to a police interrogation for a traffic violation? It is very important to consult with a traffic lawyer before the interrogation. Legal advice can help close the file without you standing trial, or help ensure the sentence is dramatically reduced. Don’t go to any interrogation alone! Most of us have no…
Read MoreCompensation for Road Accident Injuries
Almost any one of us might get injured in a road accident. How does a road accident is defined by law? Whom can you sue due to road accident injuries, and what are the criteria for a successful lawsuit? What does the law say about compensating road accident victims? In this article, a tort attorney…
Read MoreWork accidents outside of work hours – important legal information
Can work accidents occur outside of work hours? The answer is yes – in recent years labor courts have recognized a wide range of incidents as work accidents, including praying in a synagogue, picking kids up from nursery school and more. Workers who have suffered from accidents in situations such as these are eligible for…
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