Labor Law
Self-employed workers in Israel versus employees.
IS IT BETTER FOR A COMPANY TO WORK WITH EMPLOYEES OR CONTRACTORS? Are self-employed workers in Israel or paid employees a better choice? Which is the better choice under what circumstances for an organization that wishes to operate in Israel? There are positive and negative sides to both options. This article from the law firm…
Read MoreTerminally ill workers in Israel – Legal rights
Terminally ill workers in Israel – what are the workplace rights of someone debilitated by cancer or another fatal disease? Can this employee be dismissed? If a chronic or terminal disease affects an employee’s performance, is the employer allowed to fire them? The law firm of Cohen, Decker, Pex, Brosh specializes in Israeli labor law.…
Read MoreDeteriorating work conditions – severance pay upon resignation
Deteriorating work conditions entitle an employee in Israel to receive severance pay upon resignation, provided their working conditions are adversely affected in a tangible manner. Israeli labor law prohibits employers from altering employment conditions until the worker is forced to resign and therefore forfeit severance compensation. The law firm Cohen, Decker, Pex, Brosh, specializes in…
Read MoreWorkplace bullying in Israel
Workplace bullying, also known as “workplace maltreatment,” or “workplace harassment” is one of the most troubling aspects of the Israeli labor market. Whether due to management culture or personal issues, many “bosses” think of their employees as slaves or objects of ridicule. Some employers feel that because they’re the ones paying a salary, they have…
Read MoreHow to legally fire an employee in Israel?
What are the legal requirements for terminating an employment contract in Israel? How to fire an employee in Israel? The labor laws in Israel are particularly strict. An employer cannot legally dismiss a worker without prior notice and due compensation (except for certain cases which allow the denial of compensation). The Israeli law firm of…
Read MoreEmploying a foreign worker without a permit
The employment of a foreign worker without a permit is not a new phenomenon in Israel. For the employer, the main objective for illegal employment is, undoubtedly the attempt to reduce his expenses. But recently, the Israeli Government has strengthened the penal set of regulation and the penalties incurred on employers. In this article, advocate Michael…
Read MoreExemption from the Licensing Examination to Practice Dentistry in Israel
Exemption from licensing examination to practice dentistry in Israel An exemption from taking the licensing examination to practice dentistry in Israel was approved by the Knesset as an amendment to the regulations of dentistry in 2016. The new regulations allow dentists to receive a practicing license without passing a long and exhausting practical and theoretical examination. The law…
Read MoreThe Expedited Procedure to Obtain an Israeli Foreign Expert Worker Visa
Does your company need to bring a foreign expert worker to Israel as quickly as possible? Are you a foreign expert and are interested in exploring the possibility of speeding up the process of obtaining an Israeli visa? Did a hailstorm or some other emergency make it necessary to bring an expert to Israel as quickly…
Read MoreExpert Workers in Israel
Is your company or organization seeking to import expert workers into Israel? Are you an expert worker planning to work for an Israeli company? The following information about Israeli expert worker law and the Israeli expert worker visa may prove highly valuable. In this article lawyers from Cohen, Decker, Pex & Brosh law firm describe…
Read MoreWork Hours and Timekeeping in Israel
As a company or association operating in Israel, you will need to employ an Israeli workforce and keep track of employment hours. Timekeeping is relevant not just for keeping track of work hours in order to compile a paycheck but also for keeping track of overtime pay, sick leave, pension pay, and severance benefits. This…
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