Rideshare Accident Laws in NC: Uber and Lyft Passenger Rights Uber and Lyft have become part of everyday life in North Carolina—getting home from the airport, avoiding a DUI after a night out, or just skipping the hassle of parking downtown. Most rides end without incident. But when a rideshare trip ends in a crash, passengers are often left confused about who’s responsible, which insurance company is supposed to pay, and what their rights actually are. Rideshare accident claims are