About Us

 

We are very familiar with Orach Chaim and Yoreh Deah. We understand that the halachos therein touch our lives daily in so many ways. We know enough to recognize when we need to look up a halacha or ask a Rav.

 

Yet, for too many of us, Choshen Mishpat is the sefer left on the shelf, rarely looked at. We do not realize how Choshen Mishpat permeates our lives in so many areas. In business. At home. Everywhere.

 

We do not realize that a business contract written by some of the keenest legal minds, and costing a small fortune, may not meet the requirements of Choshen Mishpat. Nor do we understand that Bais Din will not consider such a contract valid, and that the loss which may possibly ensue could be catastrophic.

 

Overtime for a baby sitter. Home repair disagreements. Slip and fall accidents. Blocking a driveway, causing lateness to work and a loss of income. Workers’ compensation. Property boundaries. Debts. Choshen Mishpat is as relevant to our daily lives as Orach Chaim and Yoreh Deah.

 

Business Halacha Institute is an organization focusing on restoring Choshen Mishpat to its rightful place in our lives. Restoring Choshen Mishpat’s prominence and importance alongside Orach Chaim and Yoreh Deah.

 

Business Halacha Institute accomplishes this through:

·         Contract writing assistance

·         Business consultations

·         Shayla Hotline

·         Arbitration (when approached by both parties willingly) Choshen Mishpat Chaburos

·         Business Weekly newsletter

·         Biweekly emails

·         Website

 

BHI is active throughout the world, including major cities in the US, Israel, Europe, Canada, South America, Australia and Africa.

 

BHI Dayanim and Magidei Shiurim are recognized as being of the highest caliber by Gedolim and Rabbanim, such as

You can restore the primacy of Choshen Mishpat in your life through newsletters that are distributed in shuls everywhere, and by calling the hotline (free of charge) when you have a Choshen Mishpat-related question.

 

Involved in a business deal? It’s advisable to consult with BHI Dayanim prior to closing any deal or signing any contract to make sure it meets halachic requirements. 

 

Don’t let Choshen Mishpat remain the neglected sefer collecting dust on your shelf. Restore its place of primacy in your business, home and life.

 

Take advantage of Business Halacha Institute’s services – many of which are free – to ensure that you are as comfortable and familiar with Choshen Mishpat as you are with Yoreh Deah.

 

BUSINESS HALACHA INSTITUTE.

 

“I had a very positive experience using the Institute for business dealings. They provided the exact information and service I was looking for. Yasher Ko’ach!” – JW

 

“I was very impressed with the quick response to my halachic question. Being ’out-of-town‘, it is sometimes more difficult to ask a rav a shailah. The hotline is an easy way to get a true informative perspective. Yasher Koach to everyone who puts in the time and effort for this wonderful service.” – DB

“The hotline enabled me to clarify my thoughts in order to write a precise shaila regarding the ethical situation I found myself in.  The written response then empowered me to carry out the required action that previously I had been struggling with.  Thank you.” – DN, Baltimore, MD

 

“What a bracha to have this hotline. When I found myself in a situation that resulted in a potential chiyuv of thousands of dollars, it was a relief knowing that I could get in touch with top rabbonim who are experts in Choshen Mishpat to guide me in making the proper decisions. Yasher Koach on your great work.” – YP, Los Angeles, California

 

 “Thank you very much for your response to my She'ila. Your response was short, to the point, and easy to understand. Thank you for your service.” – AF

 

"I recently purchased shares in a nursing home where very serious halachic issues including Shabbos, Yom Tov, Kashrus, and Ribbis had to be dealt with. BHI arranged for me to meet with an expert in this area who advised me on the different options. I was impressed with the professionalism and efficiency of the service, as well as their ability to match me with the best Rav to address my issue."

Ari W.

 

"I found the Rabbi to be very personable. The questions were answered directly with clear direction.  It took only a very small amount of time to get warmed up and comfortable."

Norman K

 

"I have found the Business Halacha Institute to be a wonderful resource. Baruch Hashem that the frum world is zocheh to have such people among them." — N.S.

 

“I contacted the hotline because I needed answers to important shailos. Baruch Hashem, I was quickly contacted, and received clear and understandable answers.” – T.G.

 

"I posed a complicated question regarding responsibility in a car accident to Business Halacha. They got back to me promptly with a general overview and answer to my question and a recommendation for both parties to take the issue to a competent Rov or Bais Din, which they offered to arrange. I encourage anyone with monetary disputes to use this amazing service." – DJ

 

 “We appreciate the availability of the Halacha Institute.  In my business experience, we are most often faced with "shades of gray" rather than clear "black and white" issues, and the Halacha Institute provides business owners with access to proper halacha in a timely manner.” – LMS

 

"I really enjoy your Business Halacha Weekly. This week's newsletter was particularly valuable . . . Your newsletter is the perfect media to help explore all the messages and midos that you clarify. I am, personally, grateful for all your efforts and for the very accessible way in which you present these lessons. Thank you so much." – US