Sarah Barkley Raaymakers

Almost two years ago I almost lost my 53 year old husband in a near fatal motorcycle crash. It was what you read about every day - an elderly man turned in front of him and my husband hit the passengers side of his car. While in the ICU with him, I realized right away that we needed a lawyer, as ...the at fault drivers insurance adjuster was showing up wanting to talk to us already. My husband wasn’t even aware yet of what had happened to him!! Thank God we found Sarah Raaymakers. Her and her legal assistant, Casey Wilson, came to his room and talked us through everything - telling us what we needed to do and what to expect. They were available anytime we needed them and kept us updated on a regular basis. When you are doing all you can to keep your husband alive, and then out of the wheelchair and walking again - the last thing you need to be worrying about is all the medical bills and auto insurance issues. They took ALL of this off my plate so that I could focus on his care - both physical and emotional. I honestly do not believe we would have gotten through all of this if we had hired any lawyer besides Sarah Raaymakers. She lets you know that you are her priority and she is going to work long and hard to take care of you. Sarah and Casey were a true blessing and we will be eternally grateful for all of their help. If you want a lawyer that truly cares about her clients - you cannot go wrong with hiring Sarah Raaymakers.

Sarah has guided my family and I through the marathon known as the application for Social Security Disability benefit's. After becoming disabled due to injuries sustained over a 32 year law enforcement career, my wife and I decided to make a claim for Social Security Disability benefits. Being neithe...r of us had any knowledge of the criteria and process for disability benefits, we decided to consult an attorney. After some searching on the internet we found a firm that was rated highly in disability cases. We made an appointment. At that appointment we met with Sarah. She was knowledgeable, professional and personable. She explained the criteria to obtain disability benefits. She interviewed me and my medical records and informed us she believed I met the criteria for disability benefits. Sarah explained the process, pitfalls and the time involved in applying for benefits. After speaking with Sarah we were so impressed that we hired her as our Social Security Disability Attorney. We would find out around three years later how right and lucky we were to hire Sarah. After submitting my initial claim for disability, which all the paperwork and submission was handled by Sarah's office, I was denied. Sarah had beforehand advised me that the odds were against us and denial would be a likely outcome. After some time after my initial denial I was contacted by the Social Security Disability office who.advised me that my case would go to a review board to see if I met criteria again. Sarah and her office again handled the paperwork and submission. After some time I again was denied. Again Sarah advised us beforehand that the odds were against me and denial could be a likely outcome. Sarah knew the system and never promised I definitely would receive benefits but she was always hopeful. I could always count on her being hopeful but so appreciated that she was a straight shooter, I respected her for her honesty. After being denied twice for benefits all that was left was to file for a hearing, Sarah did just that. During the long times waiting for a hearing date and once getting the date waiting for it to come, I had many questions and some down periods where I questioned whether I would win the claim. I can tell you this, I texted (my injuries left me with a speech impediment) Sarah so many times that I lost count. Sarah would always text back promptly. She answered all my questions and at times bolstered my sagging spirit. She would tell me that she believed in my case when I had my doubts and was there to support me and my family. Once a hearing date was set Sarah obtained evidence for my case. She prepared me for the hearing being I was not familiar with the process. I was impressed by her knowledge of each ALJ. She even predicted a question my judge would ask me, guess what? The judge did ask me the exact question! Making a long three year story short I went to the hearing with Sarah and two months later I was approved for benefits. I found out from Sarah before we were notified! Sarah was everything you could want in a lawyer. She was always available for questions and happily answered each. I highly recommend this dedicated professional to anyone who is going through the maze of the Social Security Disability system. She will guide you through it and fight for you all the way. I can't say enough good things about Sarah because I have no negative experiences with her. Thank you, thank you Sarah. I can't get better but you've help my mind be put at ease by helping me give financial security to my family and I. I now have piece of mind.

I was in need of a lawyer to represent me during my Social Security Administration appeal process. I searched for awhile and discovered Sarah Barkley Raaymakers was conveniently located in Spring Hill, Fl near me. After my wife and I met Sarah, I was put at ease with her professional detailed explana...tion of the process I faced. She did not sugar coat anything and was very realistic about future events and time frames. She made herself available for constant updates and we communicated as often as necessary during my case. We met in person at her firms office when it was necessary so we could discuss issues in more detail. Most importantly, she was professional, upfront, honest, caring and timely in all my contacts with her. Her staff members also follow her lead and work ethics. I will hire her again if I ever need too and will recommend her as often as I can. In closing, I was awarded benefits based on my health status and the thorough work Sarah completed on my behalf. She is a truely a wonderful person!

Sarah handled my auto accident case from start to finish. She always kept me informed as to the current status of my case. She went the extra mile and got me more than what the insurance company wanted to pay. She worked really hard and I am more than pleased with my settlement. I would recommend... Sarah to anyone who needs a great attorney. Thank you Sarah for all your hard work. Five Stars!