Nick was speeding the year before too, and got in trouble for that. The friend should have worn a seatbelt, but speeding and drinking at such a young age is not smart, and now he might have to deal with the law because of it. The friend is having to deal with the results because his life will never be the same again, but just because nick is rich doesn't mean he should not be looked into, and take responsibility for his part. Because I'm sure if someone else was speeding and nick was the one brain dead, the hogans would be taking that kid to court too and making sure some justice is done.