Nyman Turkish PC, a disability law firm based on Big Beaver Road in Troy, is a finalist for the Better Business Bureau of Michigan's 2026 Torch Award for Ethics.

The firm is one of three finalists in the category for businesses with more than 100 employees, according to a BBB announcement published by the Troy Chamber of Commerce.

Groundworks of Livonia and Seelye Auto Group of Paw Paw are the other two finalists in that category.

The winner will be announced at a statewide awards ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle.

The event runs from 4:30 to 7 p.m., with optional networking and photo opportunities until 8 p.m. Tickets are available through BBB of Michigan's awards website.

The ceremony is open to the public. CBS Detroit anchor Sandra Ali will serve as emcee.

About Nyman Turkish

Nyman Turkish was established in 1980 and focuses on Social Security Disability claims and disability rights litigation.

The firm's Michigan office is located at 2600 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 400, in Troy. It also operates offices in California and Florida, according to its website.

Jason Turkish serves as president and managing partner. His father, William Turkish, founded the practice.

Jason Turkish, who has been legally blind since birth, has worked on litigation involving access to standardized testing and voting for people with disabilities.

His firm biography describes his leadership of a team of approximately 150 employees.

Melissa Nyman serves as deputy managing partner and oversees firmwide operations, according to her biography.

Her work includes disability rights litigation involving the Law School Admission Council and accessibility at Detroit Metropolitan Airport.

Statewide recognition

The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics recognize businesses and nonprofits for their stated commitments to ethical practices, leadership and trust.

Finalists were selected across eight categories based on employee size, including two categories for nonprofit organizations.

Organizations from across Michigan are represented, including businesses in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Livonia and Paw Paw.

Lisa Frohnapfel, president and CEO of BBB of Michigan, said the awards recognize decisions organizations make in their relationships with employees, customers and communities.

The Nov. 11 ceremony will also recognize recipients of BBB's 2026 Trust Awards, including Jennifer Borowy, president and CEO of Michigan First Credit Union, and Raymond Lozano, executive director of Mexicantown Community Development Corporation.