Understanding Long-Term Care Facility Resident Rights in Tennessee
A look at long-term care facility resident rights in Tennessee, including dignity, privacy, and participation in care.
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Jul 9
What Is A Life Care Planning Firm?
Learn what a life care planning firm does and how it differs from traditional elder care law firms.
May 15
Stop Elder Abuse!
With a growing global population of elderly people, and as longevity increases, abuse of the elderly is an increasing and serious problem.
Sep 9, 2023
Now Available: Elder Care Mediation Services
Takacs McGinnis is now offering elder care mediation services to Life Care Planning clients.
Jul 20, 2022
Elder Abuse: Spotting the Signs and Getting Help
Elder abuse. What is it? Where does it happen? Who are the victims? What can we do to protect our loved ones?
Apr 26, 2022
Takacs McGinnis Highlights Free Resources during National Elder Law Month
Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law is joining elder law firms nationwide to draw attention to free elder law resources.
Dec 4, 2021
What Can the 1% Teach the Rest of Us about Aging?
If you have fears about growing older, consider taking a page from the Super Rich playbook to tackle them.
Mar 16, 2021
LEARNING CAFE RECAP: What is Probate?
The word probate simply means court supervised estate administration – with or without a will.
Nov 3, 2020
Creating a Healthcare Power of Attorney Doctors Will Actually Read
If you go to the trouble to create a Healthcare Power of Attorney, is there a chance that the document will be ignored by doctors?
May 8, 2020
May is National Elder Law Month
During National Elder Law Month, why not take a few minutes to get acquainted with this unique specialty of law?
Mar 29, 2019
What is Elder Law?
It’s a question we hear often from people who’ve not yet had to deal with the declining health of an elderly relative.
Mar 29, 2018
Barbara Boone McGinnis Answers FAQ
Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis Answers frequently asked questions about elder law, estate planning, and more.
Mar 28, 2018
The 18-Point Checklist: Vital Information for Your Family
If you want to make sure your loved ones won't have to scramble in the event of your untimely incapacitation, this checklist is for you.
Oct 5, 2017
FAQ about the Jimmo Settlement Agreement
Questions about the Jimmo Settlement Agreement? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis explains the basics.
Aug 16, 2017
FAQ about TennCare Choices
Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara Boone McGinnis answers frequently-asked questions about TennCare's CHOICES program.
Jun 15, 2017
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10, older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Mar 7, 2017
Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes
This Joint Statement from Consumer Voice, NCEA and NOVA is designed to raise awareness about a problem largely hidden from public view.
Feb 2, 2017
CMS Bans Nursing Homes’ Use of Pre-Dispute Arbitration Agreements
In a new ruling by CMS, nursing homes will no longer be allowed to force residents’ disputes into private arbitration.
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