Legal Question in Employment Law in Minnesota

I got laid off by my company back in January, after almost 4 years of employment. The reason I was given was that the company was bankrupt. Since then, I have learned that they are not bankrupt and it was just an excuse. I never received another reason why I was laid off.
I now have a job lead at a competing company that is very promising. I honestly do not remember if I signed a non compete with my previous employer or not. Also, the competing company was not a competitor at my time of being hired. So, my dilemma is should I move forward with the competing company as if I did not sign a non compete, or should I reach out to my ex employer and ask for documentation to see if I ever did sign one? The only thing I worry about in asking for documentation is that they will then do anything they can out of spite to make sure I do not get a job there.
If you could help me out i would greatly appreciate it.

Asked on 4/01/15, 6:57 pm

David Anderson Anderson Business Law LLC

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Under MN law you can request in writing reason for your termination

Also you can request your Employee File without specifying NC

Answered on 4/01/15, 7:09 pm

Tricia Dwyer Tricia Dwyer Esq & Assoc PLLC

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You may request a copy of your employee file without identifying any other employer or prospective employer.

Tricia Dwyer Esq

Tricia Dwyer Esq & Assoc PLLC

ph 612-296-9666

Minnesota Employment Law

Answered on 4/02/15, 5:18 am

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