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From what I've read regarding accidents, and from what you said, I'd say that it's probably your fault. I read a book called Cyclecraft* - can't remember the author - but he's an expert witness on cycle accidents. I reckon he'd say that you shouldn't of been filtering down the left hand side, and should have been in the primary position or centre of the road. Also, the driver should have looked before they turned. Both at fault.
+1 to what Momentum says about turning away. To avoid a collision: accelerate, brake, or turn sharply.
Glad to hear it wasn't serious.
*Yeah, yeah, I know, I know. Lot's of crap on how to put ride with one hand etc, but I highly recommend the advanced chapters. I don't drive, and even if I did, being a cyclist is totally different to being a driver in terms of how you behave.