Law

New York construction accidents and the Israeli-American workforce

Israeli-American construction workers in New York benefit from some of the strongest workplace injury protections in the US, but understanding their legal rights remains essential.

Construction workers on a New York building site representing workplace safety, legal protections and the Israeli-American workforce.
An American bald eagle sits in a tree adjacent to Mill Pond on August 15, 2018 in Centerport, New York; Illustrative.

US government reverses longstanding endangered species regulation, opens habitats to development

Jewish worshippers and visitors gather at the Western Wall in Jerusalem a day before the eve of Tisha B’Av, July 21, 2026.

Almost half of surveyed Israelis want entertainment venues closed on Tisha B'av, Tzohar poll finds

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana oversees votes on Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's communications sector reform bill, July 16, 2026.

What are some of the main laws pushed during Knesset's legislative blitz? - explainer


Iran passes sweeping drone law, folds 'hobby flights' under IRGC's watch

Articles 17-22 prohibit “any import, export, manufacture, sale or transfer” of civilian drones or components by foreign nationals unless the Defense Ministry grants a specific exemption.

 An Iranian Shahed Drone is displayed by the United Against Nuclear Iran at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) annual meeting in National Harbor, Maryland, US, February 22, 2025.

The rise of federal clemency and second chances in the U.S. justice system


Jewish teacher files human rights complaint over antisemitism at Canadian school

The complaint outlines a pattern of anti-Jewish hostility int the workplace, along with the school's alleged failure to protect Allen from discrimination and retaliatory treatment.

 Canadian national flag isolated on broken cracked wall background

Law and order: A Torah perspective on law enforcement and civil disorder

Rabbi Shay Tahan, Rosh Kollel at Shaarei Ezra in Brooklyn, NY, reveals insightful messages from Torah verses, guiding daily life with wisdom and grace.


Cross-Border Claims: What Israeli Tourists Should Know About U.S. Personal-Injury Law


Your Taxes: Claim your rights regarding purchase tax on a new home - opinion

Not paying purchase tax on unbuilt property is easier than claiming it back.

 Concept of green finance flourishing businesses invest money and coins into sustainable ventures, nurturing growth of nature-friendly projects and ensuring prosperous future. green finance growth.

What's in a name? Japan cracks down on 'glittery' baby names

Names such as Pikachu, Diamond, Nike, and even Devil have become increasingly common in Japanese classrooms over the past 30 years.


Judge rejects 'Qatargate' suspect's appeal against extended detention

"Qatar is not an enemy state, senior officials in the security system work with Qatar," the appeal argues.

 Attorney Amit Hadad arrives for a court hearing of Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein who were arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation, at the Magistrate's Court in Rishon Lezion, April 1, 2025.

Knesset approves bill cancelling option to form 'rotation governments'

The law was passed after discussions that lasted several weeks and ended with agreements between the coalition and the opposition.

Prime Minister Benjamn Netanyahu and Defense Minister Benny Gantz at the swearing in of the new government

UAE launches world's first AI legislative system to draft and amend laws

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum: 'We will analyze vast data in the AI system to track the daily impact of laws and regularly propose law amendments.'

 UAE launches world's first AI legislative system to draft and amend laws.