Someone is demanding compensation after an accident

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Someone is demanding compensation after an accident

I had an accident in December where the other party admitted fault. My insurance company dealt with my claim, repairs and a hire car.

I am now being contacted by a company claiming that I am owed £2,200 per person compensation which has allegedly been set aside on the other party's insurance. This is a scam, right?

Although I am sure that I am not the first to ask this, I couldn't find an answer here.

Asked on 6 March 2013 by PAPLAMBECK

Answered by Honest John

Yes, it's a scam. Have nothing to do with them and threaten to report them to the police for attempted criminal fraud.

Tags: legal and consumer advice insurance scams

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