Work 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…

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A 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…

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Severance pay due to moving (legal information)

Are employees who resigned following a move to a new home eligible for severance pay? The law in Israel states that severance pay for relocation must be extended in certain conditions. The decision on the issue depends very much on the circumstances of the move. The law provides a list of criteria – if one…

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Financial compensation for work accident victims

What financial compensation are work accident victims in Israel entitled to? The law entitles victims of work accidents to financial compensation and additional benefits, which can be claimed through the National Insurance Institute. The amount of work accident compensation is set according to the claimants’ determined level of disability. The compensation may vary depending on…

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Foreign workers’ deposit (legal information)

Israeli law stipulates that a monthly deposit be made for foreign workers in the construction, specialized technology and nursing industries. This deposit is made available to the workers when they leave Israel permanently and is intended to ensure that their rights are protected. The amount of deposit varies among the different employment sectors. Employers who…

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