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February 10, 2020

The Israeli Ministry of Health's Guidelines on Handling the Coronavirus in Workplaces

The Director-General of the Israeli Ministry of Health published a directive on February 4, which states that an employee, volunteer, or service provider who is required to be quarantined under the home quarantine directive shall not be required to arrive at the workplace and shall not be granted entry even if he or she were to request this.

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February 10, 2020

Event Invite: New International Standards for Internal Alert Mechanisms

Join us for a seminar on the new international standards for internal alert mechanisms. The EU whistleblower protection directive that came into force in December 2019 and trends in the US signal a new duty—the obligation to formulate an in-house mechanism that allows employees to report improper or unethical conduct. To date, such mechanisms have largely been the responsibility of large companies subject to heavy regulation, but this reality is about to change. To what extent is your organization ready for such a mechanism? Are there any accepted standards for such mechanisms?

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February 5, 2020

Op-Ed: Cases Against Netanyahu Will Have Precedential Effect on Corporate Governance in Israel

An op-ed in TheMarker addresses how the Israel State Attorney's guideline on indicting and sanctioning corporations will guide the decision on the prosecution of Bezeq, Walla, and Yedioth Ahronoth.

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February 3, 2020

Israel Securities Authority Moving to Reduce Insurance Costs for License Holders

In an attempt to reduce insurance costs for License Holders, the Israel Securities Authority (ISA) has recently implemented several changes.

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February 3, 2020

Event Invite: Whistleblower Protection: Israel, Europe, and the US

The entry into force of the EU Whistleblower Protection Directive in December 2019 and recent US legislative trends require local companies operating in the international arena to begin preparing accordingly. During the seminar, we will discuss the need to protect whistleblowers, existing regulation, and what the next steps should be.

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February 3, 2020

Who Owns the Patent? – Employees' Right to Royalties

According to the Supreme Court, an employer may stipulate in the employment agreement an employee's right to royalties for the provision of service, as well as the compensation the employee may be entitled to for an invention.

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February 3, 2020

EU Taking Steps to Ensure Wide Protections for Whistleblowers

In October 2019, the Council of the European Union adopted new rules to protect whistleblowers through a new directive.

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February 2, 2020

Israel Securities Authority Promotes the Assimilation of Technological Innovation into the Israeli Capital Market

The ISA's commission for examining the regulation necessary for the advancement of digital markets published a report that focuses on platforms for the issuing, trading, and clearing of securities that make use of blockchain technology.

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January 29, 2020

Do You Hold Digital Currencies? Learn about Tax Regulation in Israel

Over 2000 (yes, 2000!) types of digital currencies exist today. If you are developing, mining, investing in, or using digital currencies, you should watch our video for some clarifications on the topic.

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January 23, 2020

Lecture at Discount Bank's Compliance Conference

We were invited to lecture at a compliance conference organized by Discount Bank for all its compliance officers, trustees, board members, and management.

January 23, 2020

Lecture at Directors' Seminar Hosted by Analyst Investment House

We were invited to lecture at a directors' seminar hosted by Analyst Investment House, where we addressed administrative enforcement, the Israel Securities Authority's structure, and its enforcement system.

January 22, 2020

United States: Enhanced Enforcement Policy regarding Anti-Corruption and Bribery Law on Non-US Citizens and Companies

Hoskins, a British national and former executive of Alstom SA, a French company was convicted by an American federal court of violating the Anti-Corruption and Bribery Law. This is an important red flag for any person or company conducting activity in the United States.

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January 20, 2020

Event Invite: Networking with Airbus, Starburst, and French Aerospace Delegation

We are hosting, together with Business France Israel, a networking cocktail in honor of the visit of a technological business delegation from the top aerospace clusters in France. Also participating in the event are representatives from Airbus DS and Starburst Israel.

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January 20, 2020

Looking for a Venture Capital Fund to Invest in You? Here's How to Do It Right

Raising capital is one of the main issues that preoccupies entrepreneurs on a daily basis. Continue reading to learn how to choose the venture capital fund best suited for your project.

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January 20, 2020

Benefits in Employment Contracts

Many employees focus primarily on negotiating their monthly salary before signing an employment contract. Yet other benefits can also reduce everyday expenses, increase monthly savings, and improve financial security in retirement. In a recent interview with Bizportal, labor law expert Adv. Netta Bromberg discussed the differences between employment contracts at companies covered by collective agreements and those at companies subject to extension orders.

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January 20, 2020

Adv. Hagit Ben Moshe Op-Ed on Betterment Levy Exemption

Adv. Hagit Ben Moshe published an op-ed in Globes on the Supreme Court's landmark ruling granting a betterment levy exemption for lands under lease by agricultural settlements, even if the lands' planning purpose is not only agricultural.

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January 19, 2020

Adv. Hagit Ben Moshe Invited to Speak at Kibbutz Industries Association’s Annual Conference

As an expert in the kibbutz sector, Adv. Hagit Ben Moshe was invited to participate in the Kibbutz Industries Association's annual conference. The conference is intended for managers and chairmen of kibbutz factories and companies and will discuss expected trends in the economy and the kibbutz industry in the coming decades. Hagit’s lecture will address the expected legal challenges in light of future trends in the kibbutz industry.

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January 16, 2020

Investment Management 2.0 – Internet Platform for Investment Management

New Israeli regulations allow for customized portfolio management services through on-line platforms.

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January 15, 2020

Adv. Shai Avnieli Lectures to Israeli Association of Construction & Infrastructure Engineers

Adv. Shai Avnieli served as a guest lecturer as part of an arbitration course held by the Israeli Association of Construction Infrastructure Engineers.

January 14, 2020

Seminar on Multi-Jurisdictional Litigation

Our firm hosted the Israeli Directors' Union for a seminar on multi-jurisdictional litigation, held in collaboration with Dechert LLP. The seminar explored the key considerations for boards of directors and management teams when developing a coordinated litigation strategy across multiple jurisdictions in response to a corporate crisis.

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