Personal Injury Lawyer Israel
Maximum compensation for car accidents, work injuries & insurance disputes — serving Israeli and international clients from Herzliya since 2007. Every matter handled personally by Adv. Reut Eliyahu.
A personal injury claim allows you to recover compensation when someone else's negligence caused your injury. In Israel this covers car accidents (no-fault, under the 1975 Road Accident Compensation Law), workplace injuries, slip-and-fall incidents, medical malpractice, and insurance disputes. You may be entitled to lost wages, medical costs, pain and suffering, and an interim payment (תשלום תכוף) to cover urgent expenses while your case proceeds.
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Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer — Not Just a Claim
After an injury, insurance companies act fast. Their adjusters contact victims within days, armed with settlement offers designed to close your case quickly and cheaply. In cases handled by our office, we have secured final awards that were more than 10 times the insurer's opening offer — simply because the client had experienced legal representation rather than negotiating alone.
The statute of limitations in Israel is 7 years for most personal injury claims — but only 2 years against public authorities. Evidence disappears, witnesses become unreachable, and every month of delay weakens your position. The right time to contact a lawyer is immediately after the injury.
Adv. Reut Eliyahu founded this practice in 2007 to represent injury victims against well-funded insurance companies and institutional defendants. She has represented hundreds of clients across the full spectrum of personal injury law — from straightforward road accident settlements to complex multi-expert medical malpractice cases. International clients are served fully in English, with no requirement to travel to Israel.
Our personal injury practice covers four core areas, each requiring a distinct legal approach:
Car & Motorcycle Accidents
No-fault compensation under Israel's 1975 Road Accident Law. We pursue full recovery: lost wages, future medical costs, and pain and suffering — regardless of who caused the crash.
Workplace & Construction
Two-track strategy: Bituach Leumi disability benefits AND a tort claim against negligent employers or site owners — both pursued simultaneously to maximize total recovery.
Slip, Fall & Public Space
Injuries in streets, malls, schools, and public spaces. Claims against municipalities expire after 2 years — contact us immediately to protect your rights.
Insurance & Malpractice
Denied claims, underpaid settlements, and medical malpractice. We challenge insurance companies who use complex policy language to minimize legitimate claims.
From First Contact to Full Recovery
Personal injury cases in Israel follow a clear process. Understanding each stage — and why early legal involvement matters — is key to maximizing your compensation.
1 — Free consultation (Day 1)
We review the facts, assess your claim's value, and explain your legal options — at no charge, with no commitment. Available in English or Hebrew, in person or by video call.
2 — Evidence & medical documentation
We gather accident reports, medical records, expert opinions, and employment data. For serious injuries, we coordinate with medical specialists to build a complete damages picture.
3 — Interim payment request (תשלום תכוף)
For eligible cases, we immediately file for interim payment to cover urgent medical expenses and lost wages — so you are not left waiting while your main case proceeds.
4 — Negotiation or litigation
Most cases settle through negotiation. When insurers refuse fair terms, we file suit and litigate aggressively. Insurance companies know which law firms will fight — and which ones fold.
5 — Full recovery
You receive your compensation. Our contingency fee is deducted only from what we win. No recovery — no fee.
Adv. Reut Eliyahu
Founder & Managing Attorney · Eliyahu & Co. Law Office · Herzliya Pituach · Licensed — Israel Bar Association
Adv. Reut Eliyahu founded Eliyahu & Co. Law Office in 2007 on a single principle: injured clients deserve a lawyer who fights — not one who settles for the insurer's convenience. With over 19 years of experience in personal injury law, tort claims, civil litigation, and insurance disputes, she provides the kind of senior, personally involved legal representation that makes the difference between a low settlement and full compensation.
Her personal injury practice covers the full range of tort claims: car and motorcycle accident compensation, workplace injury, slip-and-fall cases against public authorities and private landowners, insurance disputes, and medical malpractice. Every client — whether a local resident or an international client with injuries sustained in Israel — receives direct access to Adv. Eliyahu personally.
The firm is based in Herzliya Pituach and serves clients across Israel and internationally. Most international matters are handled fully remotely in English — no travel to Israel required.
Personal Injury in Israel — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from injured clients and international claimants about personal injury law, compensation, and the legal process in Israel.
The standard limitation period is 7 years from the date of injury under the Civil Wrongs Ordinance. Claims against public authorities must be filed within 2 years. For minors, the clock starts at age 18. Acting quickly is critical — evidence degrades and witnesses become unavailable over time.
Compensation includes medical expenses (past and future), lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, and non-economic damages. Road accident compensation under the 1975 no-fault law caps certain heads of damage. Other injury claims fall under general tort law, allowing broader recovery with no statutory cap.
No. Israel operates a no-fault system for road accidents under the 1975 Compensation Law. You are entitled to compensation from the driver's compulsory insurance regardless of fault. For serious injuries, an additional tort claim may allow further recovery beyond the statutory framework.
Yes. Foreign nationals, Israelis living in the US, and tourists injured in Israel can file claims in Israeli courts. Our firm handles international cases fully in English — no travel to Israel required. We coordinate with international medical experts and manage the entire process remotely.
Cases that settle out of court typically resolve in 6–18 months. Complex litigation — including serious injuries or medical malpractice — can take 2–4 years. We immediately file for interim payment (תשלום תכוף) in eligible cases to cover urgent expenses during the process.
Israel follows comparative negligence (אשם תורם): if you were partly at fault, your compensation is reduced proportionally. An experienced lawyer minimizes fault attributed to you and maximizes your net recovery. Even if you were partly responsible, you are still entitled to significant compensation.
Yes. For most personal injury cases we work on contingency — you pay legal fees only if we win your case. Our fee structure is fully transparent from the first consultation, with no hidden charges. This means you can access experienced representation regardless of your financial situation at the time of injury.
Our Herzliya Pituach office handles all personal injury matters: car and motorcycle accidents, workplace and construction injuries, slip-and-fall cases, school accidents, insurance disputes, and medical malpractice. We serve clients across the Sharon region, Tel Aviv, and internationally.
Seek medical attention immediately — even for minor-seeming injuries. Report the incident to police (road accidents) or your employer (work injuries). Photograph the scene, your injuries, and any damage. Collect witness contact details. Do not sign any insurance settlement before consulting a lawyer.
Yes, through two channels simultaneously: National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) disability benefits, and a tort claim against a negligent employer, contractor, or equipment manufacturer. We pursue both tracks together to maximize your total recovery. See also: Israeli Tort Case Library →
Free Consultation — Personal Injury Lawyer Israel
Tell us what happened. We respond within one business day. The first consultation is free — for Israeli residents and international clients alike.
HaOgen 4
Herzliya Pituach, Israel
Sun – Thu: 08:00 – 19:00
Fri: 08:00 – 13:00
Remote consultations available — phone or video call in English for overseas clients.