"An employer cannot expect constant availability from home all day long without compensation"

An interview with attorney Elad Morag, an expert in labor law, on the boundaries between work and personal life in the era of remote work. Morag explains that an employer cannot expect constant availability from home without compensation, and distinguishes between one-off inquiries and a permanent demand. He discusses the use of personal devices, privacy and monitoring issues, and emphasizes the importance of collective agreements.

The article presents an interview with attorney Elad Morag, an expert in labor law, regarding the boundaries between work and personal life in the era of remote work. Morag explains that an employer cannot expect a worker to be constantly and frequently available from home without compensation, and that in such cases the work may be considered working hours. He distinguishes between one-off inquiries, which are not considered working hours, and a permanent demand that constitutes an inherent part of the role. Regarding the use of personal devices, Morag states that if the use is a regular part of the work, the employer must fund or share the costs. He also discusses privacy issues, monitoring, and the installation of applications, and emphasizes the importance of collective agreements in regulating these matters. The article highlights the principle of good faith and the need for proportionality.