Labor Dispute
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Shufersal fired a veteran employee before retirement: the incident was recognized as a work accident
An employee who worked at Shufersal for four decades was fired ten months before his retirement. The National Insurance Institute recognized his health issues following the dismissal notice as a work accident.

Airline loses lawsuit against pilot who moved to El Al
An airline demanded a refund for the expensive training of a pilot who joined a competitor, but the court ruled against the company and ordered it to pay 10,000 shekels in legal costs.

43 Years in Civil Service: Accidental Discovery of Rank Error
The Regional Labor Court in Jerusalem rejected a former Government Companies Authority employee's claim for salary arrears prior to 2010 due to the statute of limitations, but awarded him 25,000 shekels for emotional distress, ruling that the state failed to protect his rights for over a decade.

Drama in the culinary world: Dudu Outmezgine sues his company
The well-known chef and pastry chef filed a lawsuit for hundreds of thousands of shekels against the patisserie bearing his name, following the company's refusal to fund a particularly prestigious benefit promised to him in his personal contract.

Another employee sues the Prime Minister's Office: "Sara Netanyahu bullied me"
A former employee at the Prime Minister's residence, Yehiel Ohav Ami, has filed a 450,000 shekel lawsuit against the Prime Minister's Office. He accuses Sara Netanyahu of systematic bullying, humiliation, and unreasonable demands.

National Insurance Institute Denies Benefits: Court Ruling Details
A technician sought to have his back and neck injuries recognized as work-related due to heavy lifting. The Labor Court rejected the claim, clarifying the requirements for the micro-trauma theory.

Palestinian worker claimed 438,000 shekels — court awards only a tenth
A young man employed in electrical work resigned and demanded social benefits for five years of full-time employment. However, the court determined he worked part-time and for a shorter duration.

After bankruptcy: Israeli restaurant hit with a multi-million lawsuit from chef
Troubles continue: An expert chef brought to Israel is suing the owners of a well-known restaurant group for ongoing exploitation, while the owners claim it is a frivolous, false lawsuit by an illegal resident, and that the restaurant is in insolvency proceedings after accumulating debts and closing.

Israel's largest hospital on the way to a strike: "We have reached the limit"
The Histadrut and the workers' committee are threatening to declare an official labor dispute at Assaf Harofeh Hospital, which will lead to severe disruptions in essential departments and surgical units due to a breakdown in negotiations with management.

For the first time: Employees in Israel declare a labor dispute over fears of being replaced by AI
The Histadrut and the AIG Israel workers' committee have declared a labor dispute over the implementation of an AI-based voice agent. Employees fear mass layoffs, as over 550 staff members could be replaced by the new technology.

Following a wave of violence: bus drivers announce a labor dispute
The "Koach LaOvdim" union has declared a labor dispute following a series of attacks on drivers, including stone-throwing and road blockades. The union states that entering Bat Ayin has become like entering a war zone. If no solution is found, service will be suspended in two weeks.

Fearing replacement by AI systems: AIG Israel employees declare a labor dispute
The AIG Israel workers' committee has declared a labor dispute citing disagreements over a collective agreement and concerns that AI implementation will lead to job cuts.

Final: The dismissal of the MAHAR union chair has been approved
Histadrut Chairman Arnon Bar-David had been in a long-standing conflict with MAHAR union chair Alexandra Krushinski and decided to remove her from her position.

Former Blue and White staffer seeks asset attachment over unpaid wages
Dana Kashdi, a former digital specialist for the Blue and White party, has appealed a court's refusal to freeze party assets. She argues that the ongoing election campaign threatens to deplete the party's funds entirely.

Pazgaz employees take industrial action: "There will be no gas during the holidays"
Pazgaz employees have initiated industrial action, threatening to halt gas supplies during the holidays. The workers are protesting against restructuring plans and demanding improved employment conditions.

After months of crisis: another round of layoffs at Walla
After months of tension between management and the employees' representatives, agreements were reached on a reduction plan: up to seven employees will end their employment, two will be reassigned to other roles, and management committed not to carry out further layoffs among journalists in the next seven months.

Claimed back pain, documented doing renovation work - and was fired
A private investigator documented the employee cleaning a balcony, carrying water containers, and helping to paint a house while she was on sick leave. The court upheld her dismissal, but ruled that she must receive approximately 1,280 euros for 24 unused vacation days.

Labor dispute at First International Bank intensifies as employees cut contact
Following the management's decision to reassign IT staff to branches and alter remote work policies, the workers' committee has announced an escalation of industrial action. Measures include freezing activity in the Jira task management system and halting all non-essential corporate communication.

Sara Netanyahu sued for 300,000 shekels: "Humiliations, curses, and physical assaults"
The Prime Minister's wife is at the center of a legal storm, as a former employee of the Prime Minister's Office has filed a lawsuit alleging bullying and abuse. A Channel 12 News journalist has detailed the claims.

Court Orders 103FM to Pay Nathan Zahavi 900,000 Shekels
The District Court ruled that 103FM breached its employment contract with veteran host Nathan Zahavi during his dismissal. The station must pay 900,000 shekels in compensation plus 75,000 shekels in legal fees.

Drama at the First International Bank: Management Called Police on Striking Employees
Negotiations for a collective agreement have reached an impasse following the board of directors' demand to reduce existing employee rights. The Histadrut is warning of potential service disruptions starting today.

Thousands of social workers in Israel declare labor dispute over staffing shortages
The Union of Social Workers at the Histadrut has declared a labor dispute in local government, affecting approximately 7,400 employees. The union claims that the implementation of the Social Services for People with Disabilities Law has added significant burdens without sufficient additional staff, leading to burnout.