ArticleTime For Change – The Disputes Scene In IsraelGiven Israel's abundance of lawyers, it is no surprise that disputes are commonplace.IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationYigal Arnon & Co
ArticleJurisdiction And Choice Of Law For International Companies Marketing Products Or Services In IsraelThe fact that a company's activities are provided primarily through the internet does not grant immunity from litigation in the Israeli courts or from Israeli law.IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSharir, Shiv & Co. Law Offices
ArticleNinth Circuit Certifies Privacy Class Action Against Facebook's Photo Tag Suggestion ToolA panel of the U.S. federal Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit unanimously rejected Facebook's attempt to dismiss a privacy class-action alleging that it violated the Illinois Biometric IsraelPrivacyPearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
ArticleReliance On Pre-Rulings From The Israel Securities AuthorityThe Court held that as a matter of policy it is appropriate to recognize reliance on ISA Pre- Rulings.IsraelCorporate/Commercial LawSharir, Shiv & Co. Law Offices
ArticleSupreme Court / Status Of Israel Securities Authority Pre-RulingsAs part of an appeal on a lower court's decision to approve a class action The Israeli Supreme Court ("Supreme Court") discussed the legal status of a pre-ruling issued by the Israel Securities Authority ("ISA") .IsraelCorporate/Commercial LawSharir, Shiv & Co. Law Offices
ArticleSubstantial Fee To Be Charged For Filing A Motion To Certify A Class ActionAt the end of November 2017, the Constitution, Law and Justice Committee of the Knesset approved a revised draft bill to amend the Courts Regulations (Fees) ...IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBarnea & Co
ArticleNewsletter 59 – August 15, 2016We are pleased to present another edition of our periodic newsletter. In this edition we provide a brief synopsis of recent developments in Israeli corporate law affecting both private and public companies ...IsraelCorporate/Commercial LawSharir, Shiv & Co. Law Offices
ArticleClass Action Against Israeli Company Offering Securities Abroad – Not In IsraelIt is not uncommon for Israeli incorporated companies to seek investments abroad. In many cases, such investments are done through public offerings on international stock exchanges.IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBarnea & Co
ArticleThe Israel Supreme Court Upheld A District Court Ruling Against The Israel Post Authority - "Post 24" Represents Post To The Recipient Within 24 HoursThe Israel Post Authority had been marketing and advertising an expedited service titled "Post 24." IsraelMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentGlobal Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
ArticlePrecedent Set Regarding Class Actions Against Dual-Listed Companies In IsraelIn a precedent-setting ruling handed down recently in the Tel Aviv District Court, a motion to certify an action as a class action...IsraelCorporate/Commercial LawBarnea & Co
ArticleClass Actions In Israel - Overview And Contemporary TrendsThe Israeli Class Action Law came into force in 2006, and formally regulates the proceedings applying to class actions in Israel. IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBarnea & Co
ArticleThe Effect Of A Foreign (US) Judgement On A Claim In IsraelVerifone requested the Court to strike out or stay the proceedings in Israel, in view of the pending litigation in the US Court. IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationLevitan, Sharon & Co
ArticleGDPR Updates: Judgment And Penalty On Cookies, Proposed E-Privacy Regulation, Investigation Against Microsoft, Class Action Against Google, And MoreCJEU holds cookie consent must be active and explicit. The Court of Justice of the European Union (the "CJEU") issued a decision in a case discussing companies' use of cookies under the ...European UnionPrivacyPearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
ArticleFacebook Inc. vs. Be Chemo, Israel Supreme Court Rules On The Topic Of The Choice Of Law & Jurisdiction ClausesThe Israel Supreme Court, has recently delivered a ruling which limits the capability of a contracting party to determine the jurisdiction.IsraelCorporate/Commercial LawGlobal Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
ArticleReporting Requirements Regarding Possible Future EventsThe applicants filed a request for approval of a class action suit against a company traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange ("Company") due to an alleged failure to timely file an Immediate Report...IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSharir, Shiv & Co. Law Offices
ArticleProper Timing For Filing An Appeal On A Court JudgementA recent Supreme Court judgement handed down on 6 May 2010 (C.M. 8761/09 Fatal v. Cellcom), may have a dramatic effect on Class Action suits filed in Israel and as a result, on liability policies such as a D&O liability policy, which provides coverage for such claims including also coverage for the legal expenses incurred in the defence against them.IsraelInsuranceLevitan, Sharon & Co
ArticleA Brief Guide To Litigation In Israel – 2025 | Part IIWith litigation involving global corporations gaining unprecedented prominence in Israel, becoming acquainted with Israeli litigation practices could offer significant advantages for companies and individuals already operating in, or considering entering the Israeli market.IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationArnon, Tadmor-Levy
ArticleThe Filing Of A Third Party Notice In Class ActionsThis judgement has a significant influence on the handling of the defence against a motion to certify a claim as a Class Action, as will be detailed below.IsraelLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationLevitan, Sharon & Co
ArticleIsraeli Court: Privacy Class Action Against Facebook May ProceedThe District Court for the Central District of Israel denied a Facebook motion to dismiss a 400 million dollars class action, on grounds of improper venue, lack of jurisdiction and erroneous application of the Israeli law.IsraelPrivacyOr-Hof Tech & IP Law
ArticleAnti-FragileThriving in the face of adversity as politics and security play an integral part in everyday life is a default position for Israel. The data backs this up: recent OECD reports describe Israel...IsraelCorporate/Commercial LawYigal Arnon & Co