Pedestrian accident – how can you claim compensation?

Pedestrians injured due to a traffic accident in Israel will generally be entitled to claim compensation from the driver’s insurance company. If the driver’s identity cannot be found, it may be possible to file a compensation claim with the compensation fund for road accident victims established by the state. In cases where pedestrians were injured…

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Recognition as Victims of Hostile Actions due to Mental Harm

When do individuals suffering psychological distress qualify as victims of hostile actions due to mental harm? Israeli law provides a broad definition of victims of hostile acts, which can encompass cases involving psychological damage. Recognition of these victims can be initiated by authorities or by the victims themselves through the National Insurance Institute. The compensation…

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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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Mediation for English Speakers in Israel

English speaking mediator in Israel

This article, Mediation in Israel for English speakers, will outline what you need to know regarding legal mediation in Israel. There are unique challenges for English speakers in Israel when they attempt to resolve legal and civil conflicts. These potential challenges include a lack of familiarity with the Israeli legal system and cultural-linguistic gaps between…

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Calculation of car accident damages

How do we calculate the damages of vehicle collision victims in Israel? The calculation of car accident damages is based on several variables. Among other things, the personal characteristics of the accident victims, the type of damages they suffered, whether the accident caused permanent or temporary disability, the type of treatment and assistance that the…

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Medical expert opinion following a car accident

In claims involving physical injuries resulting from a car accident in Israel, a medical opinion is usually submitted by an expert appointed by the court. The opinion will be used by the court to resolve the complex legal questions that arise in these lawsuits, such as the question of causation between the accident and the…

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What is (or is not) considered a car accident?

How do you know whether an accident is considered a car accident according to Israeli law? This is a complicated question. The law does not always provide an unequivocal answer to whether a particular case is considered a traffic accident that constitutes grounds for compensation according to the Road Accident Victim Compensation Law. There are…

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