James Slack Arrested in Skyway Fatal DUI Collision [Paradise, CA]

James Slack Arrested in Skyway Fatal DUI Collision [Paradise, CA]

83-Year-Old Woman Killed in Paradise DUI Crash

Paradise, CA (September 13, 2023) – On September 10, the authorities arrested 47-year-old James Slack of Magalia following a Skyway fatal DUI collision.

The traffic collision happened at about 4:43 p.m. in the 9000 block area wherein two vehicles were involved.

Officers said Slack was eastbound on Skyway and when he drifted into the oncoming lane and collided head-on with a vehicle driven by an 83-year-old Paradise woman.

Both drivers sustained severe injuries and were transported to an area hospital.

During the investigation, the authorities discovered Slack was watching football and drinking before to the accident. Based on this information, the police went to the hospital and arrested Slack on suspicion of a felony violation of driving under the influence, causing great bodily injury.

However, due to Slack’s injuries, he could not be booked into jail and was sent back to the hospital for further medical treatment.

The 83-year-old female victim succumbed to her injuries sustained from the collision at 9:30 p.m. same day.

Investigating officers said that as a result of her death, this investigation will be forwarded to the Butte County District Attorney seeking prosecution of James Slack for an additional felony violation of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.


Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved family of the victim in the Skyway fatal DUI collision. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.


Skyway Fatal DUI Collision Claims a Life

We at Sweet Lawyers understand that losing a loved one is devastating.

The pain gets worse if you still have to deal with the legalities of a wrongful death case. When this happens, you need the help of legal experts to fight for you and to get the justice your loved one deserves.

The benefit of getting yourself a wrongful death attorney is that they will help you get compensation for the economic and non-economic damages incurred because of the untimely death.

However, it is better to understand that there is a time limit for the bereaved to take legal action in a wrongful death case. These restrictions are called the statute of limitations. It will only allow you to file a wrongful death lawsuit within a certain time. When these expire, the legal claim is no longer valid. Thus, the loved ones can no longer file a lawsuit.

Also, it is essential to know that these time limitations vary from state to state and case to case.

Facing the Aftermath of an Fatal Paradise DUI Crash

Talk to us here at Sweet Lawyers if you lost a loved one in a vehicle crash. Our legal experts will guide you on a possible wrongful death claim.

When you hire us, our attorneys will do their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses and analyze evidence.

Call our offices right now at (800) 674 7852.

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