--- title: "Medico-Legal Opinions for Shoulder Injuries | Dr. Avi Chezar" description: "Medico-legal opinions for shoulder injuries: expert opinions for court and disability ratings for National Insurance and the Ministry of Defense." canonical: https://www.catef4u.com/en/legal-consultation translation-of: https://www.catef4u.com/legal-consultation last-updated: 2026-11-03 language: en source: catef4u.com --- # Medical Opinions and Shoulder Disability Ratings – a Leading Shoulder Specialist in Israel > Medico-legal opinions for shoulder injuries: expert opinions for court and disability ratings for National Insurance and the Ministry of Defense. Dr. Avi Chezar prepares professional medico-legal opinions for submission to court, disability assessments for the National Insurance Institute and preliminary examinations to assess shoulder disability. [Book a consultation – 052-422-4623](tel:+972524224623) [Send a WhatsApp message](https://wa.me/972524224623?text=Hello%20Dr.%20Chezar%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20an%20appointment%20for%20a%20medical%20opinion.) ## What is a medical opinion, and why does it matter so much? A **medical opinion** is a professional document written by a specialist physician, whose aim is to assess a person's medical condition – usually in a legal context or in dealings with institutions such as the National Insurance Institute and insurance companies. The document includes a detailed description of the injury, an analysis of the causal link between the event and the damage, and a determination of the disability rating according to the regulations. In legal proceedings, the opinion serves as **key evidence** in court. Judges are not doctors – they rely almost entirely on the medical opinion to determine whether damage was caused, how severe the injury is, and whether financial compensation is justified. A professional and reliable opinion can directly affect the amount of compensation, the disability rating that is set, and sometimes even the court's final decision. When it comes to a **shoulder injury** – a complex field that requires specific expertise – it is essential to choose a specialist who knows all the pathologies, types of surgery and long-term consequences in depth. An opinion from a doctor who does not specialize in the shoulder may be partial or inaccurate, and in some cases may even be disqualified. - **20+**Years of experience - **2,000+**Shoulder operations - **10+**Consecutive years on the Forbes & Dun's 100 lists of Israel's best doctors ## Legal consultation and medical opinion services ### Medico-legal opinion for court A medical document admissible in court, including a full assessment of the damage, determination of the causal link and the disability rating according to the regulations. - Road accidents with shoulder injuries - Work accidents - Assessment of loss of working capacity - Personal injury claims ### Shoulder disability ratings: National Insurance Institute and Ministry of Defense A professional assessment of disability ratings according to the regulations, ahead of the medical committees of the National Insurance Institute and the Ministry of Defense compensation officer (Ktzin HaTagmulim). - IDF and security forces disabled veterans (Ministry of Defense) - Victims of work accidents and occupational diseases - Victims of personal accidents - Appeals against committee decisions ### Preliminary examination to assess the disability rating A thorough orthopedic examination before filing a claim, to assess the chances and the expected disability rating. - Comprehensive clinical examination - Review of medical documents - Initial assessment of the disability rating - Recommendation on further treatment ### General medical opinion An opinion for making a treatment decision, a second opinion, or submission to private insurance companies. - A second opinion before surgery - Assessment of a medical condition - Treatment recommendations - Opinions for insurance companies ## Why choose Dr. Avi Chezar? A professional opinion from a leading doctor can decide your claim. ### The highest medical authority A senior, world-renowned orthopedic specialist in shoulder surgery. Ranked for more than a decade in a row by Forbes and Dun's 100 as one of Israel's top shoulder surgeons. ### Extensive experience with opinions Extensive experience and a proven reputation in Israeli courts and medical committees. Decisive, well-reasoned opinions, based on clinical experience of thousands of complex shoulder operations and a deep familiarity with the National Insurance committees. ### Reliability and professionalism Well-reasoned medical opinions, backed by research and meeting all legal and medical criteria, which give the judge or committee a solid, reliable and uncompromising evidential basis. ### Personal, professional attention Personal guidance throughout the process – from the first meeting to delivery of the opinion – and full transparency with the patient and the lawyer about the chances of the claim, already at the preliminary examination stage. ### Speed and efficiency The opinion is delivered and submitted within a reasonable, accepted timeframe, with the option of a fast track for urgent legal cases that need an urgent response. ### Accessible, convenient locations Clinics at two leading specialist centers – Assuta Haifa and the RMC center in Afula – ensuring maximum availability and accessibility for all residents of the northern region. ## How does the process work? An orderly, professional process – from reviewing the documents to delivering the opinion. ### Collecting and sending the medical documents Send all relevant medical records – discharge summaries, imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound), National Insurance medical committee protocols (if relevant) and other documents related to the event. ### Preliminary review of the documents Dr. Chezar will go through the medical records and check whether there is a sufficient medical basis to continue the investigation and the disability assessment. ### Booking an appointment at the clinic If there is a relevant medical basis, an appointment will be booked for a full clinical examination and to complete the assessment. ### Writing the opinion After the examination and the completion of the medical analysis, a well-reasoned medico-legal opinion will be prepared in accordance with the relevant regulations. ### Delivering the opinion A signed document, admissible for submission to court, the National Insurance Institute, the Ministry of Defense or the insurance company. ## Preparing for the appointment ### Documents to prepare The more complete and organized the material, the stronger the opinion. - Discharge summaries and sick-leave certificates - Imaging results (MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound) - Documents from the National Insurance Institute or the insurance company - Referrals from treating doctors - Physiotherapy or rehabilitation treatment reports - Surgical reports (if surgery was performed) - Documentation of the event (police report, accident report, etc.) ### Common mistakes – avoid them! - **Relying on a doctor who is not a specialist in the field** – the court may disqualify the opinion. - **Not attaching full medical documents** – this undermines the reliability of the opinion. - **Submitting the opinion late** – this may delay the hearing or lead to the claim being rejected. - **Filing a claim without an opinion** – in most cases, the claim will be rejected. **An important tip:** a professional opinion from a specialist in the field of the injury can completely change the outcome of a claim and affect compensation of tens to hundreds of thousands of shekels. ## Frequently asked questions Short answers to the questions people ask before seeking medico-legal advice. ### Who needs a medico-legal opinion? Anyone with a shoulder injury who is in proceedings with a court, the National Insurance Institute, the Ministry of Defense or a private insurance company. The opinion is needed to establish the medical damage and its link to the event. ### What is the difference between a legal opinion and a disability assessment? A legal opinion is intended mainly for legal proceedings and includes a full medico-legal analysis, including the causal link and the functional consequences. A disability assessment focuses mainly on determining the disability rating according to the committees' regulations. ### Why is it important to choose a shoulder specialist for an opinion on a shoulder injury? Shoulder injuries are a specific and complex field. An opinion from a shoulder specialist gives greater professional depth, is more clinically accurate, and strengthens the evidential weight of the document in legal proceedings. ### What happens if there is a contradicting opinion from the other side? This is a common situation. Our opinion is written in a well-reasoned way, backed by documentation and the medical literature, and if needed a professional response can be submitted and Dr. Chezar can even appear for a professional discussion of the findings. ### How long does it take to receive the opinion? The preparation time depends on the complexity and completeness of the documents. In most cases it is a range of a few working days to a few weeks. In urgent cases a fast track can be considered. ### How much does a medical opinion cost? The cost is set according to the complexity of the case, the volume of documents and the need for court appearances or supplementary documents. After an initial matching call, you will receive a clear and transparent breakdown before the process begins. ### Does Dr. Chezar appear in court to defend the opinion? Yes. When expert testimony is requested, he can appear and present the medical findings in a professional, clear way that is consistent with the opinion submitted. ### Which documents should I bring to the appointment? Summaries of tests and imaging, hospitalization or surgery documents, treatment records, insurance/legal documents and any relevant medical material. The more organized and complete the file, the more accurate and stronger the opinion. ## Related topics ### Shoulder injuries - [Rotator cuff tears](https://www.catef4u.com/en/rotator-cuff-tears) - [Recurrent dislocations](https://www.catef4u.com/en/shoulder-instability) - [Shoulder fractures – the humerus](https://www.catef4u.com/en/humerus-fracture) - [Collarbone (AC joint) dislocation](https://www.catef4u.com/en/clavicle-dislocation) - [Medical glossary](https://www.catef4u.com/en/medical-terms) ### Dr. Chezar and the clinics - [About](https://www.catef4u.com/en/dr-chezar) - [Achievements and recognition](https://www.catef4u.com/en/achievements) - [Patient reviews](https://www.catef4u.com/en/reviews) - [Assuta Haifa clinic](https://www.catef4u.com/en/clinic-haifa) - [RMC Afula clinic](https://www.catef4u.com/en/clinic-afula) ## Interested in a medical opinion? Contact us today to book a consultation. Dr. Chezar will accompany you personally throughout the process. 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