I think I have been the victim of an insurance scam - what should I do?

I learned in April 2013 that my then insurer had paid out on a claim from someone who alleged I had damaged their vehicle in 2011. I was not aware of this claim, still less given an opportunity to contest it (as I should certainly have done). At the time of the incident - now more than two years ago - the only point at issue was damage to my car and whether or not I should pursue a claim. The upshot is that I am taxed with failure to disclose (to my new insurers) facts material to my motor insurance, plus increased premiums. Worst of all, the fact that I have been driving around on motor insurance that could well have been held to be invalid. Do I have any redress from my 2011 insurer?

Asked on 8 June 2013 by VD, London SW12

Answered by Honest John
If it was a spurious claim then you are entitled to find out who the other driver was and sue them for the damages of all your losses as a result. If your insurer pleads Data Protection Act, then get a court order against your insurer for the disclosure of the claimant who has libelled you and caused you financial damage.
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