Class Action

The settlement approved in court determines that CAL customers who previously received a temporary exemption from card fees may be eligible for a refund for one month. Who is included in the group, how much money will they receive, and what has changed since then?

In the motion to certify the lawsuit against the company, it was claimed that it prevents customers who purchased subscriptions for gas cylinders from utilizing their balance towards the end of the subscription period. The company claimed that customers are free to use the entire quantity. The court approved a settlement agreement reached between the parties, according to which SodaStream will...

A request to approve a class action against the chain claims that payment in the complexes is made in "Babylon coins," which makes it difficult for consumers, especially minors, to understand the cost of each game, and that some machines simulate gambling. Babylon Park: "Categorically rejects the claims."

First publication: The Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against Clalit, Maccabi, Meuhedet, and Leumit, alleging that they discriminate against men regarding financial reimbursements for services related to newborn care, including sleep consulting and home nurse visits. The HMOs argue they acted according to bylaws approved by the Ministry of Health.

A request to certify a class action lawsuit for 110 million shekels against the insurance company ended in a complete withdrawal by the plaintiff after the court revealed that the documents submitted were based on artificial intelligence hallucinations.

The Knesset Constitution Committee will discuss an amendment to the law next week. A compromise has been reached, according to which businesses with an annual turnover of up to 9 million shekels will be excluded from the law's scope.

The court approved a settlement in a class action lawsuit against Flydubai. Passengers who purchased a connecting ticket but failed to reach their final destination due to a segment cancellation will be eligible for additional refunds via financial vouchers.

Supergas Power reports a 26% revenue increase to 493 million shekels and the sale of its gas operations for 395 million shekels. Consumers are set to receive over 31 million shekels in compensation as part of a settlement agreement.

A request to certify a class action lawsuit was filed this week against Wolt in the Haifa District Court, alleging the sale of price-controlled products at prices higher than the maximum set by the state. According to the request, the damage to the customer base is estimated at 2.5 million shekels, while Wolt claims that the businesses themselves set the product prices.

Meitav raised management fees for members in the default pension fund during the first 10 years, despite the Capital Market Authority prohibiting it. As part of a settlement, Meitav will return money to 10,500 customers, totaling 1.2 million shekels. Active savers will receive the refund in the form of an exemption from management fees for 7 months.

Following a prolonged legal battle that began back in 2019, a settlement agreement was submitted to the District Court, deciding that the company Max It Finance will compensate businesses. Which businesses will receive an automatic refund?

The Supreme Court ruled that the principle of open court proceedings requires broad access to class action lawsuits, and rejected Google's claim of a "fishing expedition" by an attorney who requested to review dozens of previous proceedings against it in preparation for filing additional lawsuits.

Nine years after the iPhone throttling scandal, Apple will pay 10 million shekels as part of a settlement agreement approved in Israel, with the maximum compensation per eligible device standing at 1,890 shekels. A website has been launched where users can check their eligibility and submit an online claim form.

The Tel Aviv Regional Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against Israel's four health funds. The plaintiffs argue that the exemption from supplementary health insurance (SHABAN) premiums for large families violates the principle of equality.

Two requests to certify class action lawsuits were filed against Mifal HaPayis following a glitch in the lottery. The applicants claim that incorrect results broadcast in real-time caused participants to discard tickets and harmed their ability to claim winnings. Mifal HaPayis: 'We are examining on an individual basis a small number of inquiries from customers who claim they won and do not have...

The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a class action settlement against Hot Mobile, providing compensation to approximately 785,000 subscribers charged for an "international calls package" they did not request. Although the Attorney General opposed the settlement, the court approved it while staying execution pending a potential appeal.

The Tel Aviv Regional Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against Clalit, Maccabi, Meuhedet, and Leumit regarding the exemption from supplementary insurance payments for families with four or more children. The court noted significant challenges regarding potential retroactive financial compensation.

The Labor Court made a decision in favor of couriers and hourly workers employed over the last seven years, setting new rules regarding overtime pay, bonuses, and Sabbath work compensation.

The court ruled that Israeli passengers who purchased a flight subscription under the "All You Can Fly" program and were unable to use it during periods when the company stopped flying to Israel will receive an automatic extension of membership at no additional cost.

The District Court rejected a class action lawsuit for 36 million NIS against Kibbutz Nir David regarding the blocking of access to the Asi stream. The judge determined that the class action procedure is not appropriate, and that a balance must be struck between the public's right to water and the protection of the privacy of the kibbutz members.

The company marketed ice creams as "sugar-free" when in fact they contained 13 times more sugar than allowed. The total damage to the group members was estimated by the plaintiff at approximately 350 million shekels. The group includes everyone who purchased ice cream labeled "sugar-free" in the last seven years, in branches or online.

The Lod District Court has ruled that Champion Motors and Volkswagen must compensate vehicle owners for repairs related to a serial gear selector defect. The companies are required to cover repair costs and emotional damages.

The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a settlement requiring the insurance company Hachshara to refund approximately 85% of illegally collected fees. Payments will be issued via direct policy credit or bank transfer.

Following a settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding the broadcast of inappropriate content during children's viewing hours, a total compensation of 4 million shekels has been determined. It will be provided automatically to all company subscribers in Israel without requiring any action on their part.

The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a settlement in a class action lawsuit against HOT. The company will provide customers with 4 million NIS worth of free viewing benefits as compensation for broadcasting content unsuitable for minors.

MAX customers may be eligible for compensation following a court-approved settlement regarding the collection of card fees after the end of a waiver period without specific prior notification.

The Constitution Committee is expected to discuss an amendment to the Class Action Law during the Knesset recess, following agreements between the coalition and the opposition. The amendment aims to curb the abuse of class actions, particularly against small businesses.