Read's attorneys argue that a stay of the wrongful death lawsuit is necessary to protect Ms. Read's Fifth Amendment rights, as the civil action could detrimentally affect her defense in the ongoing criminal case. They assert that the overlap of proceedings would compromise her ability to defend herself robustly against the accusations she faces regarding the tragic death of John O'Keefe, especially since her criminal trial is already set for January.
Paul O'Keefe's attorney counters Read's motion by pointing out that her public statements about the case, as well as her engagement in media narratives, undermine her claims regarding the Fifth Amendment. He emphasizes that her actions to shape public perception contradict her requests for a delay, arguing that her willingness to disregard her privilege is meant to sway public opinion, potentially complicating both her criminal and civil trials.
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