January 2020

If someone you love is a Vietnam veteran who has been waiting for the Blue Water Navy legislation to pass, your wait is over. The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 took effect on Jan. 1, 2020. This article explains more.
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Navigating the elder care journey for a loved one can be costly in ways you might not realize. A Takacs McGinnis client explains how the firm helped him identify ways to pay less for the medications his mom needs.
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If you or someone you love used Medicare’s Plan Finder to choose your coverage options for 2020, you need to be aware that the site contained inaccurate details about prices, covered drugs and dosages, and more. It's creating big headaches for lots of people. Here’s what we know.
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It’s official! Chris Johnson is now one of the partners at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law. If you’re a client or friend of the firm, you probably saw it coming. Here's the complete story, including a look back at where the firm has been since its launch nearly 30 years ago.
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Are you getting the best deal on your Medicare prescription drug coverage? Sadly, many people aren't because they stay on the same plan year after year. Takacs McGinnis was able to save 64 clients more than $165,000 in 2020 just by switching plans. Here's how we did it.
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Are you a family caregiver who's burning the candle at both ends? Why not make 2020 the year you make yourself a priority? Try these ideas on for size.
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