
DOL Doctors Are Different
If you choose a doctor who doesn’t understand DOL workers comp, you’ll likely have to use your personal health insurance. That means copays and deductibles, but worst of all, it means that you will lose your lifetime workers compensation benefits. DOL Doctors are different because we know how to file your federal work injury claim
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

4 Common Questions about Florida Workers Compensation
Florida workers compensation can be difficult to understand. When you’re injured on the job, what you need is to know what you can expect when you file a claim. You need something that is uncomplicated and straightforward, which is what I want to provide to you today. As a doctor who is well-versed in workers
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

Florida Workers’ Compensation: Is a Car Accident on Work Time Covered?
Under Florida workers’ compensation laws, many situations can result in a claim payout. But is a car accident on work time covered? I once knew a woman who suffered from spinal discomfort and TMJ pain. After years of working through the pain at a shipping facility, she had finally had enough and came to me
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

Miami DOL Doctor: What I’ve Learned as a Work Injury Doctor in Florida
As a Miami DOL Doctor, I’ve seen a lot of workers’ compensation cases here in Florida. Each of these cases has taught me something significant about how workplace injuries should be handled to get the benefits that employees need to get better without losing too much pay. I’m in a unique position to help inform
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

How to Cure Severe Lower Back Pain (Hint: No Hazardous Opioids Needed)
If there’s one thing that Americans can agree on, it’s that back pain can get in the way of the things that really matter in life. At any given moment, 31 million people in this country experience moderate to severe lower back pain — that’s nearly 10% of the population! Half of the U.S. population
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

Need Headache Relief? 4 Everyday Remedies to Keep Your Brain Happy
About 15% of people suffer from severe headaches and migraines. Headache relief might not seem like a high priority for most people. But for those who get them multiple times a month or even multiple times per week, a little bit of relief can mean the difference between being able to go to work and
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

Can I Get Benefits for My Workers’ Compensation Carpal Tunnel Claim?
If you’ve got carpal tunnel syndrome and your job is to blame, you’re probably wondering whether your workers’ compensation carpal tunnel claim stands a chance. Can you get the benefits and compensation you deserve? Allow me to answer this question. But first, what is carpal tunnel syndrome? What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

5 Tips from a Florida Workers’ Compensation Doctor
As a Florida workers’ compensation doctor, I’ve seen my fair share of mistakes that need to be avoided when filing a claim. If you’ve been hurt at work or want to prepare in case you are injured in the future, use these practical tips to give yourself a better chance of being approved. Report Your
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

What You Need to Know about Federal Workers Compensation Benefits
If you’re a federal employee injured on the job, you’re going to want to know what the benefits are for federal workers compensation. Here’s what to expect from your benefits and how to tell if you’re eligible. What Does Federal Workers Compensation Cover? For more than 2.6 million federal and postal workers, workers’ compensation benefits
BY: Dr. Michael Newman

Why Types of Injuries Are Common for Desk Workers?
But wait! Do federal employees who work at a desk even get injured? You might be surprised. Back pain is one of the most common reasons for a visit to the doctor’s office, and sitting for long stretches of time can wreak havoc on your spine and neck. And it’s not just your back that
BY: Dr. Michael Newman