Facing Legal Threats for Joining a Competitor: Can My Former Employer Really Sue Me?

rajmal29
Hi, I have received a letter from my company stating that I have joined my competitor, and they would be taking legal action against me if I don't respond with a reason as to why I have joined the competitor. I have already received my relieving letter and experience letter from the company.

The offer letter that I signed had a clause that I cannot join a competitor for a period of 1 year. Can the company file a case against me, and what would be their course of action? The letter that I have received is on the company letterhead.

As far as I know, it is a constitutional right of a person under Section 27 to work for any company. I just wanted to understand, can I take action against the company as well because they are threatening me by filing a complaint against me, which is against the law. Can you please advise?
rajmal29
Thank you very much for your assistance, Mr. Sayeed. I have one more question. The company has sent me a letter on the company letterhead requesting details. Should I reply to the letter or simply ignore it and continue with my usual work? What would you advise as the next course of action?
If you are knowledgeable about any fact, resource or experience related to this topic - please add your views. For articles and copyrighted material please only cite the original source link. Each contribution will make this page a resource useful for everyone. Join To Contribute