Questions & answers

The questions you're probably asking

Nobody calls a disability lawyer on a good day. We don't forget that.

Facts last reviewed: July 2026

Working with us

I was denied. Can a lawyer still help?

Yes. A denial is not the end of your claim. You have the right to appeal, and appeals have deadlines, so it helps to act quickly. Many of the people whose reviews you're reading came to us after being turned down. If that's where you are, you can see if you qualify in about a minute.

Do I need a lawyer to apply for disability?

No, Social Security lets you apply on your own. But the paperwork is heavy, the rules are strict, and small mistakes can slow a claim down or get it denied. A lawyer's job is to get your application right the first time, and to keep fighting if Social Security says no.

How long does a Social Security Disability case take?

Claims often take many months, and longer if a case goes through appeals. It is longer than anyone would like. Wait times change year to year, and ssa.gov posts the current ones. The wait is one of the hardest parts, so we make sure you always know where your case stands.

Will I have to go to court?

Usually not the kind of courtroom you're picturing. If your claim needs a hearing, it happens in front of an administrative law judge, and it's smaller and less formal than a trial. Some hearings are even held by phone or video. Your attorney is with you the whole way.

Can I work while I apply for disability?

Sometimes, within strict limits. Social Security caps how much you can earn while you claim disability, and the cap changes every year; ssa.gov has the current numbers. Because earnings can affect your claim, talk it through with your attorney before you take on work.

Fees

How much does a disability lawyer cost?

Nothing up front. If Nyman Turkish recovers benefits for you, the attorney fee comes from your past-due benefits after Social Security approves it. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee and no case costs.

What percentage does a disability lawyer take?

The attorney fee is a share of your past-due benefits, capped by federal rules, and Social Security has to approve it before it is paid. The cap changes over time; ssa.gov has the current number. You pay nothing up front. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee and no case costs.

What if my benefits aren't approved? Do I still owe a fee?

No. If benefits are not recovered, you owe no attorney fee and no case costs.

Getting started

How do I get started with Nyman Turkish?

The fastest way is our short see-if-you-qualify form. It takes about 60 seconds. Or call (877) 529-4773. Either way it's free, and there's no pressure. You tell us what's going on, and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.

Why did Nyman Turkish call me after I filled out a form?

If you asked about disability help online, the call is Nyman Turkish following up: the firm reaches out, usually within 24 hours, to set up a free, no-obligation consultation. That's true whether you started on nymanturkish.com, on this site, or on a partner site the firm works with. Nobody will pressure you to sign anything on that call. And if you'd rather be certain the call really came from the firm, hang up and dial (877) 529-4773 yourself, and ask.

What should I have ready when I call?

Just your story. If you have your denial letter, a list of your doctors, or your medications nearby, that helps, but don't wait until everything is organized. Call first, or start with the short form, and we'll help you pull the rest together.

How do I reach Nyman Turkish PC?

Call (877) 529-4773, start with the short see-if-you-qualify form, or visit nymanturkish.com. The firm has offices in Roseville and El Segundo, California; Tampa, Florida; and Troy, Michigan.

About the firm

Is Nyman Turkish PC legitimate, or is it a scam?

Nyman Turkish PC is a legitimate law firm that has practiced law since 1980, with attorneys licensed in California, Florida, and Michigan, and more than 50,000 clients served nationwide from four offices. The honest way to judge for yourself is to hear from people who hired us: read their reviews, or call (877) 529-4773 and ask us anything.

Is Nyman Turkish BBB-accredited? What is its BBB rating?

Yes. Nyman Turkish PC has been a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business since 2019 and holds an A+ rating from the BBB. You can read the firm's BBB profile for yourself, complaints included, then weigh it against the unedited client reviews here.

How can I check that Nyman Turkish's attorneys are licensed?

Every attorney's license is a public record, free to check on the bar website of the state where they practice: the State Bar of California, the Florida Bar, and the State Bar of Michigan all have public lookup tools. Search any Nyman Turkish attorney by name, starting with the ones profiled on this site. It takes a minute, and it's a smart step with any law firm you're considering.

Is Nyman Turkish a good law firm?

Nyman Turkish PC has handled Social Security Disability claims since 1980, and it publishes its client reviews unedited, positive, mixed, and critical alike, so you can weigh the firm for yourself. Read the reviews and see what working with the team was actually like, then decide.

Does Nyman Turkish have complaints? Where can I read the critical reviews?

Nyman Turkish PC publishes its critical reviews alongside the positive ones, unedited, rather than hiding them. If you have run into a complaint about the firm online, the honest way to weigh it is to read the whole picture here: the mixed and low-star reviews sit right in the reviews wall with the rest.

Where is Nyman Turkish located?

The firm has four offices: Roseville, California; El Segundo, California; Tampa, Florida; and Troy, Michigan. You don't need to live near one. Social Security Disability cases are handled for clients in every state.

Does Nyman Turkish handle cases in my state?

For Social Security Disability, yes. Disability is a federal program, so the rules are the same in every state, and the firm represents clients nationwide. For other kinds of cases, the fastest way to find out is to call (877) 529-4773.

What kinds of cases does Nyman Turkish handle?

Social Security Disability has been the heart of the practice since the firm was founded in 1980. The firm also handles Workers' Compensation, Veterans Disability, personal injury, disability and discrimination, and bad drugs and products cases.

Who are the attorneys at Nyman Turkish?

Jason Turkish is President and Managing Partner, and Melissa Nyman is Deputy Managing Partner. Spencer Nyman and Jessica Turkish are Partners, and William Turkish is Of Counsel. Behind them is a larger team of attorneys, plus the support staff who keep every case moving. You can meet the leadership on this site's Attorneys page, or see the whole team at nymanturkish.com.

Where can I read Nyman Turkish reviews and testimonials?

Right here. This site gathers client reviews and testimonials for Nyman Turkish PC: people describing what it was like to work with the firm on their Social Security Disability case. You can read them all on the reviews page.

Who runs this review site?

We do. Nyman Turkish PC publishes this site, and every review on it comes from a client of the firm, in the client's own words.

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