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Peter Catania | May 21, 2022 | Florida Law

Is it Illegal to Eat While Driving in Florida?

No state in the U.S. has a law that specifically prohibits eating while driving. So it is not illegal to…

Peter Catania | May 18, 2022 | Personal Injury

Catania & Catania Injury Lawyers Celebrate its 30th Anniversary!

Paul Catania and Peter Catania founded Catania and Catania Injury Lawyers in 1992. Over the past 30 years, the firm…

Peter Catania | May 12, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents

How Much Does a Helmet Improve Survival in a Motorcycle Crash?

Riding a motorcycle can be a fun way to zip through traffic or spend a relaxing sunny day on country…

Peter Catania | April 29, 2022 | Car Accidents

The Effects of Airbag Deployment in Your Tampa Car Accident Claim

The purpose of airbags is to save lives, not injure or kill people. Airbags have succeeded in saving more lives…

Peter Catania | April 26, 2022 | Truck Accidents

Do I Need to File a Police Report After a Truck Accident in Tampa, FL?

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), law enforcement must submit a crash report according…

Peter Catania | April 22, 2022 | Florida Law

How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in Florida?

You have a limited amount of time to file a car accident claim in Florida. If you do not file…

Peter Catania | April 20, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents

Why All Motorcycle Riders Should Be Wearing a Helmet Camera

You have probably heard the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words. When it comes to the video…

Peter Catania | April 14, 2022 | Florida Law

What Are the Current Regulations in Tampa, FL, for E-Scooters?

Until 2019, cities like Tampa had the authority to regulate electric scooters on their streets. Tampa used that authority to…

Peter Catania | April 12, 2022 | Personal Injury

What is a Lien in a Tampa Personal Injury Case?

If you suffer a personal injury caused by someone’s negligence, you could amass significant medical bills. Your own health insurance…

Peter Catania | April 8, 2022 | Truck Accidents

Dangers of Overloaded Trucks

Truck drivers are obligated to drive as safely as possible. Because a loaded truck weighs as much as 80,000 pounds,…

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