Norwalk

California Takes Stand Against Housing Ban: Norwalk to Repeal Restrictions and Invest in Affordable Housing

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California’s City of Norwalk has reached a settlement with state officials following a lawsuit over a housing ban that targeted vulnerable populations. The settlement was announced by Attorney General Rob Bonta, Governor Gavin Newsom, and Gustavo Velasquez, the director of the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The lawsuit, filed on November 4, 2024, claimed that Norwalk’s prohibition on emergency shelters, supportive housing, single-room occupancy units, and transitional housing violated several state laws. The state sought a court order to compel Norwalk to repeal the housing ban and comply with California housing regulations. … Read more

Stratford Man Seeks Court’s Approval to Withdraw Guilty Pleas for Norwalk Armed Robbery Case

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Norwalk, CT – In a surprising twist in a case that has captured the local community’s attention, a Stratford man convicted of armed robbery is now seeking to have his guilty pleas overturned. This request was made to a judge in Norwalk, citing claims of ineffective legal counsel and asserting that his previous representation failed to competently advise him about the implications of his guilty plea. The individual, whose identity is presently withheld due to the sensitive nature of the legal proceedings, entered the guilty pleas last year after being arrested in connection with a … Read more

Jury Orders $15 Million Payout in Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Norwalk Firm

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Bridgeport, CT — In a significant court ruling, a Bridgeport jury has awarded $15 million to the family of a Milford man who died from cancer linked to asbestos exposure. The case was lodged against a Norwalk-based company, accused of negligence and improper handling of asbestos materials. The verdict came after a compelling trial where evidence was presented showing the man had been exposed to asbestos at his workplace, which was reportedly supplied by the Norwalk company. This exposure, the lawyers argued, directly led to the development of mesothelioma, a severe form of cancer typically … Read more