
Located on the northern shore of Long Island Sound, it’s a popular place to live for many reasons. Norwalk is known not just for its vibrant waterfront scene but also its maritime attractions. Unfortunately, as a larger city, Norwalk sees its share of accidents. If you’ve been injured in a crash as a pedestrian, it’s time to contact a Norwalk pedestrian accident lawyer who can help.
Norwalk, CT, is part of the New York Metropolitan Area and is the sixth-most populous city in the state as of the 2020 census. As of 2023, Norwalk has a population of 91,375. The city has a median household income of $105,301 and is home to numerous vibrant neighborhoods, including SoNo, East Norwalk, Cranbury, Silvermine, and Rowayton, to name a few. Along with its proximity to NYC, residents love Norwalk’s lively downtown and diverse communities.
Norwalk is considered a very walkable city, with a walk score of 88 and many public transportation options available. That doesn’t mean all of Norwalk’s roads are pedestrian-friendly, though. While the downtown area has wide sidewalks and ample crosswalks, roads like Route 1 lack consistent sidewalks in many areas. As a result, Route 1 is the most dangerous road for pedestrians.
According to the Connecticut Crash Data Repository, a total of 156 crashes have occurred on Route 1 so far this year, and four pedestrians have been injured. Overall, 31 pedestrian-involved crashes have occurred in Norwalk in 2025 so far, though few have led to fatalities.
When it comes to driving in Norwalk, the situation is equally tricky. The city’s most dangerous road for motorists is I-95, which, thankfully, is free from pedestrians. The Interstate has seen 185 crashes so far in 2025, with a total of 481 people involved.
Working with a Norwalk pedestrian accident attorney will give you the chance to hold the person responsible for your injuries accountable and get the compensation you need to recover and move on with your life. Pedestrian-involved accidents tend to lead to more serious injuries, so you could need the money.
Recent research done by the IIHS suggests that the 25-mph speed limit typically found in residential neighborhoods may be too high for city centers. The study found that higher speeds were associated with increased risk of injury. Pedestrians struck at 20 mph had a 46% chance of sustaining a moderate injury, while at 35 mph, the risk climbed to 86%. If you’ve been struck by a car at any speed, call an attorney.
It doesn’t matter whether you were strolling through downtown or out for a run on Route 1. If you’ve been involved in a crash as a pedestrian, you need to find a Norwalk pedestrian accident lawyer. The team at Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler has extensive experience with pedestrian accident cases. We know all the pedestrian accident laws intimately and can leverage them to get you the compensation you deserve. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation.