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    Letter Disputing an Insurance Excess Charge or Claim Decision

    A formal complaint letter to challenge an insurer who has applied the wrong excess, refused a claim, or offered a settlement you believe is incorrect. References FCA complaints rules and the Financial Ombudsman as backstop.

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    Check your contract first. Consider a peer review before sending.

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    When to use this

    • Challenging an insurer who has applied the wrong excess
    • Disputing a refused or underpaid claim
    • Escalating a complaint before going to the Financial Ombudsman