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Bonny G Rafel

Employee benefits Attorney at Florham Park, NJ

5.0   32 reviews
  • Licensed for 39 years
    State NJ
    Acquired 1983
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    We represent consumers seeking long term disability benefits under group employer plans and individual policies. We provide guidance during the initial stages of filing for disability, file appeals on denied cases and file lawsuits for our clients to obtain disability benefits wrongfully denied. Clients are provided personal service by Ms. Rafel and her team of six wonderful paralegals including a nurse paralegal.

    26 years, 900 cases

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Bonny G Rafel
17 Hanover Road
Suite 410
Florham Park, NJ, 07932

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Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
It's Important to have good Disability Representation - Bonny G Rafel is one of the best
Company disability policies are very difficult to interpret. I knew there was something wrong but did not have the legal expertise to file a claim on my own. Bonny and her team were terrific to work with. They explained my options and together we arrived at a sound approach that yielded the exact results I desired. Bonny handled all correspondence with my employer and the Long-term Disability payments they helped me retrieve more than compensated for their reasonable fee. I wholeheartedly recommend her firm for disability disputes.
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Posted by Michael | August 9, 2022
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Excellent service
Hello, my name is Michael, I would like to express my appreciation to Bonny G. Rafel, and everyone in Bonny’s firm, as they handled my disability case with professionalism and courtesy. Everything was addressed in a timely manner, and positive results were achieved. Bonny G. Rafel’s firm proceeded with care, which made a stressful time easier to handle. Thank you, much appreciated!
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Posted by Flo | June 14, 2022
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Best Disability Lawyer!
Bonny has been representing me for the past 11 years. She manages 3 insurance Companies I have policies with. She and her team are meticulous, caring, prompt to answer any questions, and extremely professional. It would have been impossible for me to have secured my benefits without her and the team. Would highly recommend!
Posted by MS | January 10, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
The Best of the Best when it comes to Disability Representation!
Having a rewarding career that had lasted over thirty plus years in emergency services it was devastating to become temporarily, then permanently disabled. Dealing with a third-party disability insurance provider was demanding at best. Constantly asking for documentation of every aspect of your medical care be sent to them, then becoming threatening to you by telling you failure to comply with any of their requests would result in termination of benefits. Constant threatening phone calls, letters, insisting that they had not received my documentation when in fact it was sent to them. Dealing with different assignment case workers, who constantly get more aggressive with their individual approach defending the interests of the insurance company, while no one cares about you and your family’s situation. This is when you need someone who can represent you and your interests, someone who is a disability advocate. After doing some research in the spring of 2016, and getting some recommendations, Bonny G Rafel ESQ LLC, was absolutely the best choice for me and my situation. After completing all of the necessary intake information, I am proud to have Bonny G Rafel ESQ LLC representing me. From my initial interview and observing Bonny firsthand starting the processes to dealing with the insurance company, Physician’s offices, as well as getting all of the documentation necessary to represent my interests moving onward, to say I was impressed was an understatement! Since having Bonny G Rafel ESQ LLC and her staff representing me, I have experienced nothing short of professionalism at the highest level. When situations need to be updated it is done with the utmost of care, as well as addressed appropriately. If you are considering having Bonny G Rafel ESQ LLC and her staff represent you, it will be monumental in giving you the peace of mind in knowing your disability is being managed in a professional and appropriate manner, and a lot less worries when it comes to your future legal representation. Sincerely, MS
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Posted by ML | October 5, 2021
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The Best at What She Does
From the first conversation, Bonny and her team treated me with both respect and professionalism, and it gave me hope that I had a strong LTD case that would get approved. Since then, Bonny has continued to handle my case with expertise and determination, and I feel like my case couldn’t be in better hands. Her knowledge and experience with ERISA law is without compare. Melissa is also very knowledgeable and responds promptly to all of my questions, always having my best interest in mind. I highly recommend Bonny Rafel and her team to anyone who is seeking exceptional representation for their disability claim.
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Posted by Richard | September 22, 2021
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Exceptional
Finding myself with sudden, life altering and complicated health concerns I knew that I would need more than just medical help. I would need legal advise as well to protect everything that I have worked so hard for. This is not the kind of legal matter that I had prepared for ( most of us don't). So the search online leads me to Bonny G Rafel. Six months on, I can honestly now say that it was one of the best decisions that I have ever made. I have found the entire group to be "Exceptional". They are dedicated, knowledgeable, prompt, helpful, detail oriented and the list goes on. With every interaction, Bonny, Eileen and her team have consistently exceeded my expectations. In looking through the previous 15 undeniable (FIVE STAR) reviews, I can tell you that I found each one of them to be entirely accurate and relatable to my own personal experience.
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Posted by Deniseb | September 4, 2021
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Highly experienced
When i first met Bonny , i felt the weight of the world on my shoulders. My long term disability was denied after twelve years. At the time mental illnesses were not treated as a debilitating condition. Bonnie and get staff treated me with kindness , understanding and respect . Her expert legal skills and knowledge of the Cobra provisions, helped me obtain a positive outcome. They never stopped advocating for me. I highly recommend! Thank you Eileen for your support as well!
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Posted by anonymous | September 2, 2021
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Knowledgeable, professional and committed advocate for people with disabilities
Bonnie and her team advocated for me with two large disability policy carriers who refused to cover a legitimate claim, even after 30 years of paying premiums to one of the companies. Her long-standing relationships with these insurers and her strategic, insightful approach to the case made all the difference, and they eventually honored the claim. Without Bonnie and her team in my corner, the outcome would have been very different, and I am sincerely grateful for her expertise.
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Posted by Dhiren | August 5, 2021
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Very passionate and talented professional
Ms. Rafel helped me with a successful outcome for my individual as well as group LTD claim due to Parkinson's Disease. Ms. Rafel and her associate, Eileen took care of everything for me and made the process very easy for me. She listened to me patiently and answered all my questions. I would strongly recommend her if you need a lawyer on your side.
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Posted by Gerry G | July 13, 2021
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Extremely effective professional, true advocate
From the very first moment one meets disability attorney Bonny Rafel, you know that you are in great hands, while facing some of the most difficult journeys of your life. Mrs Rafel is confident, knowledgeable, effective professional, with the highest skill set in handling your case. Well spoken, timely, surrounded by an outstanding team that performs on your behalf to the highest degree. True advocate fighting for your best interest. Thank you!!!
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Posted by Robyne | June 30, 2021
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Excellent disability attorney!
I can't say enough about how Ms. Rafel helped me at a very critical and stressful time in my life. She and her team processed my private disability claim in a very professional and thorough manner. Her complete and comprehensive submission to my insurance company resulted in a quick and very satisfactory outcome. I felt very comfortable dealing with her as the owner of the firm and not being relegated to an associate attorney. She was present at every step and guided her team to success!
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Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2021
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Great help!
I had an injury to my back, blew out several discs in the neck and lower back. After multiple doctor visits, 2 surgeries, 6 epidurals and discussions with my insurance company, who did not want to cover me! They said I was "improving", I said "how can that be I can feel it getting worse!" I couldn't believe it, I reached out to Bonny's office and she jumped in to help and the long and the short of it she turned my case around 180 degrees. The insurance company went from no coverage to now covering me. Very professional, smart, experienced, service oriented and reasonably priced. Best call I ever made for me and my family!
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Posted by Chuck | May 27, 2021
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What an excellent attorney for Employee Benefits
Bonny has represented me for over 3 years regarding disability claims. Bonny and her staff have been just terrific in supporting me with the insurance companies and the multitude of requests that need to be supported. She is frank and honest and gets the job done. I continue to keep her on retainer for the claims that are open. She knows the LTD companies and deals with them for you so no mistakes are made. Would I use her again? In a heartbeat. If you in NJ look no further Bonny will be your advocate in STD or LTD. Special shout out for Eileen Scheid she supports Bonny and is truly a professional in every sense of the word.
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Posted by MS | October 2, 2020
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Professional, knowledgeable and highly skilled attorney
I had the pleasure of being represented by Bonny Rafel in a long-term disability appeal. I am a physician and am familiar with disability claims and the medical legal space. I was extremely impressed with Bonny’s professionalism, attention to detail, and advocacy in handling my case. She was easily accessible, and her office staff was friendly and capable. Appealing to an insurance company is an intimidating process, but I felt confident in Bonny’s fastidious preparation and meticulous research as well as her extensive experience in this arena. I am extremely pleased with the outcome of my case, and I am so grateful to Bonny and her team. I highly recommend Bonny G. Rafel, LLC.
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Posted by Frank | April 16, 2020
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LTD claim with private insurance carrier
From day 1, I was impressed with the professionalism of Ms. Rafel and her team. Bonny is very thorough, extremely detailed, and hands-on in preparing the LTD application. Her assistant Melissa kept me informed along the way and was always available to respond to my questions. I am convinced the attention to detail and outstanding efforts of the office prepared a solid and factual application. As a result, my application was approved in roughly 60 days. I highly recommend the services of Bonny Rafel LLC!
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Posted by Debra R. | January 30, 2020
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Previous Client
Ms Rafel is a highly skilled disability attorney who provided her knowledge, experience and expertise in order to achieve the desired outcome, successfully winning my disability case. She kept me fully informed along the way through the process and was patient and persistent.
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Outstanding in every aspect of my experience with Bonny and her team
Bonny and her team represented me for 6 years during my disability claim period. Truly outstanding professionalism in every sense. She is well known in the industry and her experience in this area of litigation is exceptional. I always felt she was laser focused on getting the best results possible for me and the outcomes proved that. I highly recommend Bonny G Rafel, LLC.... Thank you Bonny and Michael!!
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Posted by anonymous | June 1, 2019
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Physician disability
After 25 years in medical practice I developed advanced chronic kidney disease. It is difficult to describe the feelings of loss I experienced when I realized that I would need to stop working. Could I continue to support my family and was I abandoning my patients? My increased fatigue and secondary depression made functioning at a high level impossible. I had disability insurance but it is one thing to have the policies and another to get claims approved. Bonny was recommended by a friend of mine who is an attorney. He found her through her stellar reputation. She had the necessary skills to deal with multiple insurance companies and complex medical and legal details. The relief I felt at being represented aggressively by a highly skilled and professional team was immediate. I was especially impressed with the quality of her communication with the insurance companies. Based on this experience with Ms. Rafel, it is clear to me that the results are better when the client is backed by a knowledgeable and thorough attorney. I am grateful to Bonny and her excellent team and I highly recommend them without hesitation or reservation.
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2019
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Professional, knowledgeable and responsive
Finding Bonny Rafel was the best and smartest thing we ever did. She is a fierce protector and knows exactly what to do. She took away all of our stress and uncertainty and got us the best results. Thank you Bonny and Melissa
Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
A wonderful lawyer
Bonny successfully helped me to settle a disability case with a big insurance company. She is a very careful, detail, and knowledgeable attorney. I trusted her to provide guidance, manage, and handle my case from the very beginning. During the whole process, there were no mistake along the way. I thank her very much for the final result.
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Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Bonny G. Rafel LLC
  • 2004 - Present
  • Partner
  • Hack, Piro, O'day, Merklinger, Wallace & McKenna
  • 1983 - 2004

Education

  • Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
  • JD
  • 1983

Languages Spoken

  • English

Speaking Engagements

  • Morris Essex Small Firm Networking Group Breakfast
  • Practice Pointers on Protecting Your Client's Investment in Disability Coverage.
  • 2020
  • Newe Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
  • Insurance and The Disabled: The Interrelationship of Disability Claims
  • 2018
  • National Multiple Sclerosis Society
  • Multiple Sclerosis Disability Claims Workshop
  • 2016
  • Society of Financial Service Professionals
  • Latest Trends in Disability Claims- A Primer
  • 2015
  • New Jersey Bar Association
  • Overcoming Barriers and Succeeding as a Disabled Attorney
  • 2015
  • National Multiple Sclerosis Society
  • Multiple Sclerosis Disability Claims: The Basics
  • 2015
  • New Jersey Bar Association
  • Insurance Coverage Boot Camp: Disability and Health Insurance
  • 2013
  • New Jersey Bar Association
  • Insurance Coverage Boot Camp: Disability and Health Insurance
  • 2013
  • Current Trends in Own Occupation Disability Claims
  • Current Trends in Own Occupation Disability Claims
  • 2011
  • Woman Lawyers
  • Effective Negotiating Strategies
  • 2010
  • New Jersey Bar Association
  • What Employment Lawyers Need to Know About Disability Law
  • 2010
  • American Law Institute
  • Disability Claims in a Down Economy
  • 2009
  • American Law Institute
  • Disability Claims in a Down Economy
  • 2009
  • American Trial Lawyers Association
  • Women and the Law, A Roundtable Discussion
  • 2007
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Employee benefits Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Bonny is an exceptional lawyer who is skilled in her areas of expertise. She brings a personable and thoughtful approach to client representation. I highly endorse her."
Employee benefits Attorney | Jun 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Bonny Rafel is one of the most accomplished disability lawyers in the country. She is both a zealous advocate for her clients, and an educator for her peers, frequently lecturing on disability insurance at seminars around the country. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Rafel as one of the nation's leading disability advocates."
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Florham Park Employee benefits Lawyer Bonny G Rafel
Bonny G Rafel
Employee benefits Attorney
Florham Park, NJ
Licensed for 39 years