My client allowed his friend into his world, and his friend was envious of his lifestyle. However, my client never explicitly encouraged the friend to drive recklessly or visit the road alone. My client repeatedly refused to race and took steps to prevent accidents by no longer taking passengers. Therefore, the accident is solely the responsibility of the friend, who acted independently and against my client's direct refusals.
The user created a dangerous environment by engaging in reckless behavior on the private road, knowing that it could influence others. The user cannot simply wash their hands of responsibility when their actions directly led to the friend's accident. The user's 'influence by example' is a potent form of encouragement, and their refusal to race now does not negate the prior impact of their behavior.
While the user engaged in risky behavior that may have inspired the friend, the friend ultimately made the decision to drive on the road alone and crash. The user explicitly refused to race and did not directly encourage the friend's actions on that specific day. Therefore, the primary responsibility lies with the friend for their independent and reckless decision. Even though you might feel guilty, the law does not recognize guilt by association.