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Background
As part of the legal radio program on Radio North 104.5FM, "Closing a Corner", hosted by Adv. Tal Kaufman, Partner and Head of the Wealth Management and Intergenerational Transfer Department, we dedicated a special episode to a sensitive and urgent topic: the return of thousands of reservists to the workplace while coping with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
For this discussion, Tal hosted Adv. Roni Weisblat, Partner and Head of our Labor Law Department.
The Challenge: From the Frontline to the Workplace
Since the beginning of the war, the Israeli economy has been dealing with a new reality. The challenge for employers is not only the physical return to the office but also creating an environment that enables reintegration and long-term success.
The episode, featuring Adv. Anat Ginzburg, Dorit Cohen-Lev, and Smadar Zillichin Sabo, combined legal, clinical, and organizational perspectives to provide employers with a comprehensive view.
Key Principles for Managing Reintegration
During the discussion, Tal and Roni highlighted several critical aspects for employers and employees in Israel:
- Defining Disability and Employer Obligations: Examining the circumstances under which PTSD is considered a "disability" under the law and the active obligations that follow.
- Implementing "Reasonable Accommodations": How to adapt the workplace for employees with mental disabilities while balancing business needs with employee needs.
- Training the Team and Immediate Environment: The importance of preparing managers and colleagues as a central tool for successful integration and conflict prevention.
At ABADI & CO, making this information accessible is an integral part of connecting professional legal expertise with the social mission that guides the firm in every step.
Want to Learn More?
We invite you to listen to the full recording, which includes practical advice and tools for addressing this issue: https://lnkd.in/deHUd7js
