Karen Read is set to return to court in January for a retrial, but a new civil case has emerged in the meantime. The family of John O'Keefe has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Read and two bars, C.F. McCarthy's and The Waterfall Bar and Grill. The lawsuit alleges that Read, following a night of heavy drinking, struck O'Keefe with her SUV and left him outside during a snowstorm, leading to his death from hypothermia and blunt force trauma. The family also claims the bars negligently served Read alcohol despite her visible intoxication and allowed her to leave impaired. Additionally, the lawsuit accuses Read of attempting to cover up her actions by fabricating a false narrative. The O'Keefe family is seeking damages for wrongful death, emotional distress, and punitive damages against both Read and the bars involved. Robin Dreeke discusses the case on "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," emphasizing the family's desire for accountability and the broader implications for those involved. He notes that this civil suit could provide a clearer path to justice than the criminal proceedings, especially given its focus on the family's loss rather than criminal intent.

- Karen Read faces a wrongful death lawsuit from John O'Keefe's family, in addition to a pending retrial.

- The lawsuit claims Read hit O'Keefe with her SUV after drinking heavily and left him outside in a snowstorm, leading to his death.

- The bars, C.F. McCarthy's and The Waterfall Bar and Grill, are accused of serving Read alcohol while visibly intoxicated.

- The family accuses Read of attempting to cover up her actions with a false narrative.

- The lawsuit seeks damages for wrongful death, emotional distress, and punitive damages.

- Robin Dreeke discusses the potential outcomes of the lawsuit and its implications for accountability.

- The case highlights the differences between civil and criminal proceedings and the pursuit of justice for the O'Keefe family.

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