Workplace Abuse

Workplace abuse is an illegal act involving inappropriate treatment, threats, or harassment by an employer or one of their employees toward another employee. This may include yelling, insults, humiliation, disrespectful conduct, ridicule, harassment, or physical, emotional, or medical threats. Abuse in the workplace can harm human dignity, employee safety, performance, and professional capability.

Employees exposed to workplace abuse are entitled to protections under Israeli labor law, including the following rights:

  • The right to a safe and secure work environment – Employers are required to ensure workplace safety and comply with health and safety standards.

  • The right to occupational health and hygiene – Employees are entitled to a healthy and safe environment, free from physical or mental harm.

  • The right to dignity and privacy – Abuse at work can violate an employee’s right to dignity and privacy. Respecting confidentiality and personal space is essential.

  • The right to protection from intrusion – Employees have the right to perform their work quietly and securely, without harassment from employers or coworkers.

  • The right to protection from sexual harassment – Abuse may include sexual harassment such as offensive comments, unwelcome sexual advances, or distribution of explicit content without consent.

  • The right to self-defense – Employees are entitled to respond to abuse using legal means, including reporting to supervisors, filing complaints with the Ministry of Labor, or bringing a claim before the Labor Court.

  • The right to fair pay and proper working conditions – Employees are entitled to fair wages and full labor rights, including vacation, sick leave, pension contributions, overtime compensation, and more.

Choosing a Labor Lawyer for Workplace Abuse Cases

Employees should not suffer in silence — and they are not alone.

They should promptly report workplace abuse to the employer, HR, unions, or relevant authorities and take legal action when needed.

The most effective step is to seek legal assistance from a labor lawyer who specializes in workplace abuse. The attorney can provide consultation, legal support, and court representation to protect the employee’s rights.

Employees may pursue internal procedures or file a labor lawsuit to claim compensation and enforce their rights.

Workplace abuse is an unlawful act by an employer aimed at harassing or harming an employee physically or mentally. It includes verbal abuse, threats, physical assaults, sexual harassment, and more. Such actions violate the law and may entitle the employee to significant financial compensation.

Violations of labor rights due to workplace abuse are considered breaches of labor law and may result in employers being ordered to pay tens or even hundreds of thousands of shekels in compensation.

In proven cases, labor courts have awarded compensation of 50,000 NIS, 100,000 NIS, and more.

Workplace abuse is a serious issue that requires building a healthy organizational culture and professionalism. Workplace relations directly affect employees and business success.

Adv. Yaakov Shnitman, Labor Law Attorney and Notary, provides legal representation and assistance to both employees and employers in all matters related to workplace abuse and labor disputes — in court or within the workplace itself.

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