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Court Dismissed Construction Company’s Claim Due to a “Sham Agreement”

Below is a review of a significant ruling published in “Israel Hayom,” in which Vaknin Yariv Law Office represented the winning side in a complex real estate dispute.

The Nazareth District Court recently dismissed a claim by a construction company that sought to cancel an apartment sale agreement in Afula. The company argued that the apartment buyers, a couple who had since divorced, paid only the first installment and did not transfer the remaining consideration. However, the defendant, who was represented by Adv. Yariv Vaknin, presented an entirely different version that was accepted by the judges.

The defendant claimed that the apartment was given to the couple as a benefit by virtue of the husband’s work as the construction manager at the company. The parties therefore signed the agreement for technical reasons only, without any real intent to pay the full consideration stated in it.

The Court’s Determination: A Sham Agreement Is Not Binding

The court accepted the defense’s arguments and ruled that this was a sham sale agreement. This is an agreement signed externally only, but which does not reflect a real transaction or sincere intent between the parties.

Since the agreement did not reflect the actual understandings, the judge ruled that it has no binding effect on the defendants. As a result of the dismissal of the claim, the court ordered the construction company to pay legal costs of NIS 25,000.

Sham Real Estate Agreements and Their Implications

Sham sale agreements are sometimes common in family transactions or between business parties with trust relationships. However, such agreements may lead to serious legal disputes and far-reaching consequences. We therefore recommend consulting with an experienced real estate attorney before signing any legal document.

Professional legal advice ensures that:

The sale agreement accurately reflects the parties’ wishes.
The parties understand all the tax and legal implications of the transaction.
You avoid situations in which agreements are declared void in the courts.

Why Choose Vaknin Yariv Law Office to Handle Real Estate Disputes?

Our firm specializes in representing complex real estate cases that require creative litigation strategy. We accompany our clients from our branches in Afula and Bnei Brak (BSR 4), and provide determined legal protection in the courts.

Proven expertise: rich experience in cancelling or enforcing complex sale agreements.
Personal accompaniment: thorough handling of every case, from document review through to the court ruling.
Wide reach: available legal response in central and northern Israel.

Please note: the content on this site is intended for enrichment only. The information does not constitute binding legal advice and does not replace a personal consultation with an attorney.

Need legal advice in real estate? Do not sign agreements that may put you at risk. Contact Vaknin Yariv Law Office to schedule a professional consultation. Leave your details on the site or call now: 052-2288824.

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From the Press: The Koler Family Sues the Ministry of Health Over Treatment Discontinuation

Coverage of the article from Walla: the failure of the cannabis reform led to a deterioration in the condition of an 8-year-old boy and forced the family to emigrate abroad.

Hana Perl Koler, mother of the boy Shalom Yedidya Koler, recently filed a torts claim for NIS 76,405 against the Ministry of Health and the Medical Cannabis Unit (YAKAR). The lawsuit, filed through Adv. Yariv Vaknin, exposes the serious failures in the cannabis reform promoted by then-Deputy Minister Yaakov Litzman.

According to the statement of claim, the Ministry of Health stopped supplying Yedidya with the precise medication he required. The failure forced the family to decide to emigrate to the United States in order to save their son’s life.

Medical Deterioration Following the Halt in Supply

Yedidya Koler, an eight-year-old boy who suffers from severe epilepsy, has become a symbol of the fight against the reform. The medical staff treated Yedidya with a monthly dosage of 70 grams of extract oil and 30 grams of inflorescence. About six months ago, the Ministry of Health stopped the supply from the “Tikun Olam” company due to regulatory changes.

Yedidya’s mother describes a severe deterioration in his medical condition, including documented, serious seizures. The videos published on social media shocked the public and brought the issue to the media agenda in programs such as “HaTzinor.”

Demands of the Lawsuit: Compensation for Anguish and Emigration Costs

The claim was filed at the Hadera Magistrate’s Court and includes clear monetary demands:

Relocation funding: covering flight tickets, rent, and initial living expenses in the United States.
Tort damages: NIS 10,000 for the severe mental anguish caused to the family.
Protecting life: the family argues that the system’s inaction puts the child’s life in real danger in Israel.

Adv. Yariv Vaknin’s Position: “A Mark of Shame on the Health System”

Adv. Yariv Vaknin, who represents the family, sharply criticizes the State’s conduct. In his words: “Filing this lawsuit is nothing less than a mark of shame on the system. The family is forced to undergo unnecessary trauma that could have been avoided if those entrusted with the matter had fulfilled their duty. It is sad to discover that in Israel a family is forced to leave the country because of bureaucracy and inaction.”

Our firm sees great importance in this case in protecting patient rights and securing medical entitlements against governmental bodies. We fight to ensure that every patient receives the treatment they deserve without bureaucratic interruptions.

Why Choose Vaknin Yariv Law Office for Claims Against the State?

Managing a lawsuit against a government ministry requires determination, expertise in torts, and a deep understanding of administrative and medical law. Vaknin Yariv Law Office accompanies clients in complex battles against the establishment system:

Aggressive strategy: we are not deterred from confronting powerful entities.
Wide reach: the firm provides service from branches in Afula and Bnei Brak (BSR 4).

Please note: the content on this site is intended for enrichment only. The information does not constitute binding legal advice and does not replace a personal consultation with an attorney.

Have you been harmed by a failure of the Ministry of Health or a public authority? Contact Vaknin Yariv Law Office to schedule a professional consultation. Leave your details on the site or call now: 052-2288824.

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Maya Buskila and Uzi Azoulay, Divorce Proceedings, Legal Representation at the Rabbinical Court

Maya Buskila, a well-known singer, and Uzi Azoulay are in a prolonged divorce process. At the latest hearing at the Rabbinical Court in Tel Aviv, Uzi Azoulay arrived accompanied by his attorney, Yariv Vaknin, highlighting the importance of choosing a professional divorce attorney, especially in sensitive and dynamic situations.

The Importance of Personal and Professional Legal Representation

The proceedings were accompanied by mutual media accusations and gag orders, highlighting the need for discreet, practical, and personally tailored legal support. Adv. Yariv Vaknin, who represents Uzi Azoulay, has extensive experience in managing cases in the field of family and divorce law. The firm provides strategic advice, protection of the client’s rights, and professional representation before the Rabbinical Court.

Need professional representation in divorce? Adv. Yariv Vaknin is here to accompany you in sensitive and meaningful legal proceedings. Contact us for an initial consultation and personal support.

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Lawyer Forged Signature in Apartment Sale Deal, The Absurd Punishment He Received

An apartment sale transaction became severely and criminally entangled. An ex-husband and a lawyer together forged the wife’s signature. They sold the apartment without her knowledge and in violation of the law. The wife discovered the sale that had been carried out behind her back. Following the act, she filed a lawsuit for NIS 615,000. The lawsuit was directed against the ex-husband and against the lawyer involved. The shocking case was widely covered on the ICE website.

An Ethical Failure and a Controversial Punishment

The Ethics Committee fined the lawyer only NIS 3,000. It added a reprimand and costs of NIS 5,000 to the sentence. Adv. Yariv Vaknin represented the wife in the legal proceedings. He firmly argues that the punishment is disgraceful. “A lawyer who chooses to forge a signature harms the very essence of the profession,” explains Vaknin. In his view, the lenient punishment sends a very dangerous message to the public.

Protecting Property Owners in Divorce

Forgery of a signature on legal documents is a serious offense. We handle cases of embezzlement and forgery within family disputes. It is important to closely monitor every document in real estate transactions. We recommend turning to professional counsel the moment suspicion arises. The accompaniment of an expert attorney prevents irreversible damage to property.

Vaknin Yariv Law Office specializes in divorce cases and real estate rights. We provide legal counsel in cases of embezzlement or forgery. The firm operates from branches in Afula and Bnei Brak (B.S.R 4). We also represent clients from our New York and Tbilisi branches.

Worried about forgery or harm to your property rights? Leave your details on the site or call Adv. Yariv Vaknin now for an initial consultation: 052-2288824. We are here to help you protect your property and personal rights.

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Holocaust Survivor Bequeathed Her Estate to Her Neighbor: Vaknin Yariv Law Office Represented the Probate

The moving story of an 80-year-old Holocaust survivor reached the headlines following a landmark ruling on inheritance matters. The deceased chose to bequeath in her will assets worth millions of shekels and her residential apartment to her neighbor, who had devotedly assisted her for 30 years. This, contrary to her children living in Canada, from whom she had grown distant over the recent decades.

In a detailed and reasoned will, the deceased explained that she chose the neighbor as the sole beneficiary because of the daily support he provided her. She described their relationship as a deep bond in which the neighbor served as a son to her in every respect. Today, we represent the neighbor against the children’s opposition to the inheritance distribution.

Legal Strategy: Protecting the Testator’s Will

Adv. Yariv Vaknin, who represents the neighbor in this case, noted in the article published in Israel Hayom that the will reflects a deep and ongoing relationship between the deceased and the neighbor over decades. The case underscores the right of every person to determine who will inherit their property, especially when the evidence indicates free will and lucidity at the time the document was signed at the hospital.

The case illustrates the importance of professional support in inheritance matters:

Drafting a reasoned will: legal writing that protects the testator’s intent against future challenges.
Managing objections: building a defense line based on proving the genuine relationship and the testator’s lucidity at the time of signing.
Realizing heirs’ rights: accompanying the beneficiaries in proceedings before the Registrar of Inheritance Affairs through to receipt of the actual property.

Vaknin Yariv Law Office specializes in handling complex inheritance battles and in representing cases with a high media profile. The Inheritance and Real Estate Department is headed by Adv. Shlomit Asraf Schneider. We provide professional counsel from our branches in Afula, Bnei Brak (B.S.R 4), New York, and Tbilisi.

Worried about an objection to a will or in need of professional drafting? Call Adv. Yariv Vaknin now for an initial consultation: 052-2288824. We are here to protect the deceased’s will and your rights as heirs.

When Relatives Dispute the Deceased’s Will: What Does the Law Say?

The Holocaust survivor’s case illustrates a common phenomenon: family members who were absent from the deceased’s life for many years arrive after the death and challenge the will. Below are the main legal issues that arise in such cases.

Testamentary Capacity: What Does the Law Determine?

Under the Succession Law, 5725-1965, a will may be invalidated if it was made under coercion, fraud, undue influence, or when the testator was not of sound mind at the time of signing. However, the court’s starting point is the presumption of capacity: the assumption that the testator acted of free will and with full understanding. The burden of rebutting this presumption falls on those opposing the will, and it is not easy to discharge.

What Protects the Will?

Reasoned drafting: a will that explains the reasons for choosing the beneficiary (as was done in this case) is much harder to challenge in court
Documentation of the relationship over the years: testimony from neighbors, correspondence, visits, all of these make the claim of “undue influence” more difficult
Proof of lucidity at the time of signing: medical records and the testimony of the attorney who drafted the will

Intestate Succession vs. Succession Under a Will

When a valid will exists, it takes precedence over the inheritance distribution prescribed by law. Unlike in many European countries, Israeli law does not recognize a guaranteed minimum share for descendants: a child who has been entirely excluded from the will is not entitled to any share by law. This is a substantive right of the testator to determine the fate of their property.

Questions People Ask

Can a will signed at the hospital be challenged?: It can be attempted, but it does not necessarily indicate a lack of capacity. The court will examine the full circumstances, including the medical records from that time.

How long does one have to file an objection to a will?: A request for probate is filed with the Registrar of Inheritance Affairs. After publication, an objection may be filed within 14 days. Thereafter, one may apply to the Family Court within 3 months from the date the probate order was issued.

Worried about an objection to a will, or want to draft a will that will withstand any legal challenge? The Inheritance Department of Vaknin Yariv Law Office accompanies you at every stage. For an initial consultation: 052-2288824.

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From the Press: Man Hospitalized in Serious Condition After Finding a Mouse in a Canned Food Container

Coverage of the article from “Israel Hayom”: a serious failure in food production led to hospitalization and demands the legal realization of rights against the manufacturer.

A man from northern Israel was recently rushed to hospital after eating pickles from a canned food container of the “Motola” company. At the bottom of the container, the man found a foreign object resembling a mouse. Following the serious incident, the man suffered from severe abdominal pain and vomiting. The medical team admitted him in serious condition for further treatment.

The original article on “Israel Hayom” details that pictures of the container indicate a serious malfunction on the production line. The product was sent for laboratory testing in order to verify the source of the contamination.

Initiating Legal Proceedings Against the Food Plant

Vaknin Yariv Law Office represents the injured party in this affair. The legal team has already sent a warning letter before initiating legal proceedings against the producing plant. The firm argues that the failure caused our client significant physical and health damages.

In addition to the physical harm, the firm emphasizes that the incident caused the injured party serious psychological damages. Exposure to a foreign and contaminated object inside a basic food product gives rise to trauma and a deep sense of disgust that affects a person’s daily functioning.

Manufacturer Negligence and the Importance of Food Safety

This case underscores the supreme importance of quality control and strict food safety regulations. Food manufacturers bear full responsibility for the health of the public consuming their products. Any deviation from cleanliness and production protocols constitutes medical and tort negligence justifying high monetary compensation.

Our firm provides professional legal representation for victims of manufacturer negligence. We assist clients in managing lawsuits against food plants and companies in cases of physical or psychological harm. We fight to ensure that food companies bear responsibility for their failures.

Why Choose Vaknin Yariv Law Office for Food Damages Representation?

Managing a lawsuit against a food corporation requires deep familiarity with tort law and product liability. We operate from our branches in Afula and Bnei Brak (BSR 4) to realize your full rights:

Evidence gathering: we accompany the laboratory tests and the collection of testimony.
Personal accompaniment: the team manages the case in full transparency with the injured party and their family.
Realization of compensation: we aim to obtain the maximum compensation for bodily and mental harm and medical expenses.

Please note: the content on this site is intended for enrichment only. The information does not constitute binding legal advice and does not replace a personal consultation with an attorney.

Were you harmed by a defective food product? Is your health at risk? Don’t remain without a legal response. Contact Vaknin Yariv Law Office to schedule a professional consultation. Leave your details on the site or call now: 052-2288824.

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Discovering Infidelity and Money Theft: How to Recover Funds Stolen for a Lover

The following case, covered extensively on Mako, illustrates how a personal crisis turns into a complex legal battle that demands smart strategy. A resident of northern Israel, a successful restaurateur who ran into difficulties due to the Covid crisis, discovered that more than NIS 100,000 had vanished from the home safe. An initial inquiry with his wife produced no answers, and he chose to act through professional channels.

The Investigation: From Financial Suspicion to Exposing Infidelity

The client acted with composure and hired a private investigator. The investigation’s findings were staggering: his wife had been conducting a prolonged affair with her ex. It turned out that she had taken the funds from the safe and transferred them directly to her lover. After the evidence was presented to her, the wife admitted to her actions. At this stage, Adv. Yariv Vaknin entered the picture to build a defense and recovery strategy.

The Legal Strategy: A Claim Against the Lover and Divorce Proceedings

In this case we chose a dual and creative line of action:

Monetary claim against the lover: we filed a claim with the court demanding the return of the stolen funds. The lover, who benefited from funds wrongfully removed from the family unit, was sued for their return under the law of “unjust enrichment.”
Conducting the divorce proceedings: in parallel, we opened proceedings that include a demand for unequal resource balancing. The demand is based on the extreme bad faith and asset concealment carried out during the marriage.

Protecting Rights in Cases of Family Fraud

The case highlights the importance of gathering “golden evidence” before the frontal confrontation. The legal accompaniment of Adv. Yariv Vaknin provides the client with a legal envelope based on professional experience and careful planning. We work to ensure that the injured party receives property compensation for the theft within the framework of the distribution of joint property and the balancing of resources between the spouses.

Managing a case that combines infidelity and fraud requires extensive experience in litigation and in asset tracing. The firm represents clients from its branches in Afula and Bnei Brak (B.S.R 4), and provides international service from its branches in New York and Tbilisi.

Did you discover infidelity or missing family funds? Do not act alone. Leave your details on the site or call Adv. Yariv Vaknin now for an initial consultation: 052-2288824. We are here to help you uncover the truth and protect your financial future.

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From the Press: Lawsuit Against Pelephone for Leaking Call Records and Breach of Privacy

Coverage of the article on Ynet: a serious breach of privacy led to the destruction of a relationship and a damages claim against Pelephone.

Shani Levi, a customer of Pelephone, filed a NIS 120,000 lawsuit against the cellular company through Adv. Yariv Vaknin. The lawsuit claims that the company handed her personal call records over to her former fiancé without authorization. The act was allegedly carried out by forging her signature and through a blatant violation of her fundamental rights.

According to the article, the failure led to the destruction of Levi’s relationship. The former fiancé suspected infidelity based on the information he received, which caused an irreversible crisis of trust.

Failures in Identification and Service Representatives’ Negligence

The lawsuit exposes serious failures in the cellular company’s work procedures. It is alleged that Pelephone’s representatives did not carry out the required procedures to identify the customer. The fiancé requested the information from a phone device not registered in her name, while impersonating her. Nevertheless, the company handed him personal and sensitive information.

Pelephone argued in court that the fiancé deceived the service representatives and bears sole responsibility for the damage. However, Adv. Yariv Vaknin emphasized that the case exposes systemic deficiencies in protecting customer privacy. Telecommunications companies hold our most personal information and are obligated to protect it according to the strictest standards.

Breach of Privacy as Grounds for a Damages Claim

The Protection of Privacy Law was designed to prevent exactly these kinds of cases. Leaking personal information, and certainly call records, constitutes a civil tort entitling the victim to compensation. In this case, the damage is not only monetary but also includes deep emotional and social harm.

Our firm leads legal battles against giant corporations in order to defend the citizen’s rights. We believe that a company that is negligent in protecting private information must bear full responsibility for the damages caused to the customer.

The Importance of Legal Representation Against Cellular Companies

Managing a lawsuit against a corporation such as Pelephone requires determination and deep familiarity with tort law and privacy protection. Vaknin Yariv Law Office provides a legal envelope for clients who were harmed by the negligence of large commercial bodies.

Legal analysis: review of all the evidence and the failures in the identification procedures.
Personal accompaniment: case management in full transparency with the client.
Realization of rights: pursuing the maximum compensation for harm to reputation and privacy.

Please note: the content on this site is intended for enrichment only. The information does not constitute binding legal advice and does not replace a personal consultation with an attorney.

Was your privacy violated? Do you need determined legal representation? Vaknin Yariv Law Office is at your service at our Afula and Bnei Brak branches (BSR 4). Contact us to schedule a consultation. Leave your details on the site or call now: 052-2288824.

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Court Dismissed Construction Company’s Claim Due to a “Sham Agreement”

The Court’s Determination: A Sham Agreement Is Not Binding

Sham Real Estate Agreements and Their Implications

Why Choose Vaknin Yariv Law Office to Handle Real Estate Disputes?

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Cases of Will Invalidation

How Is an Estate Divided?

Types of Wills Under Israeli Law

Disqualified Heir: Who Is Barred from Inheriting?

Waiving an Inheritance – Yes, It’s Possible

Grounds for Contesting a Will in Israel

Will Contest in Court: What to Expect

Choosing a Will Contest Lawyer in Israel

From the Press: The Koler Family Sues the Ministry of Health Over Treatment Discontinuation

Medical Deterioration Following the Halt in Supply

Demands of the Lawsuit: Compensation for Anguish and Emigration Costs

Adv. Yariv Vaknin’s Position: “A Mark of Shame on the Health System”

Why Choose Vaknin Yariv Law Office for Claims Against the State?

More in the Press:

Cases of Will Invalidation

How Is an Estate Divided?

Types of Wills Under Israeli Law

Disqualified Heir: Who Is Barred from Inheriting?

Waiving an Inheritance – Yes, It’s Possible

Grounds for Contesting a Will in Israel

Will Contest in Court: What to Expect

Choosing a Will Contest Lawyer in Israel

Maya Buskila and Uzi Azoulay, Divorce Proceedings, Legal Representation at the Rabbinical Court

The Importance of Personal and Professional Legal Representation

More in the Press:

Cases of Will Invalidation

How Is an Estate Divided?

Types of Wills Under Israeli Law

Disqualified Heir: Who Is Barred from Inheriting?

Waiving an Inheritance – Yes, It’s Possible

Grounds for Contesting a Will in Israel

Will Contest in Court: What to Expect

Choosing a Will Contest Lawyer in Israel

Lawyer Forged Signature in Apartment Sale Deal, The Absurd Punishment He Received

An Ethical Failure and a Controversial Punishment

Protecting Property Owners in Divorce

More in the Press:

Cases of Will Invalidation

How Is an Estate Divided?

Types of Wills Under Israeli Law

Disqualified Heir: Who Is Barred from Inheriting?

Waiving an Inheritance – Yes, It’s Possible

Grounds for Contesting a Will in Israel

Will Contest in Court: What to Expect

Choosing a Will Contest Lawyer in Israel

Holocaust Survivor Bequeathed Her Estate to Her Neighbor: Vaknin Yariv Law Office Represented the Probate

Legal Strategy: Protecting the Testator’s Will

When Relatives Dispute the Deceased’s Will: What Does the Law Say?

Testamentary Capacity: What Does the Law Determine?

What Protects the Will?

Intestate Succession vs. Succession Under a Will

Questions People Ask

More in the Press:

Cases of Will Invalidation

How Is an Estate Divided?

Types of Wills Under Israeli Law

Disqualified Heir: Who Is Barred from Inheriting?

Waiving an Inheritance – Yes, It’s Possible

Grounds for Contesting a Will in Israel

Will Contest in Court: What to Expect

Choosing a Will Contest Lawyer in Israel

From the Press: Man Hospitalized in Serious Condition After Finding a Mouse in a Canned Food Container

Initiating Legal Proceedings Against the Food Plant

Manufacturer Negligence and the Importance of Food Safety

Why Choose Vaknin Yariv Law Office for Food Damages Representation?

More in the Press:

Cases of Will Invalidation

How Is an Estate Divided?

Types of Wills Under Israeli Law

Disqualified Heir: Who Is Barred from Inheriting?

Waiving an Inheritance – Yes, It’s Possible

Grounds for Contesting a Will in Israel

Will Contest in Court: What to Expect

Choosing a Will Contest Lawyer in Israel

Discovering Infidelity and Money Theft: How to Recover Funds Stolen for a Lover