Question about ethics

Ok folks here's the deal. The company I've been leased to for several years got into a huge fight with the customer that I have been pulling for . I've been dedicated to this account the whole time . We may not be hauling anything else for them ,that's really still up in the air. The customer has told me they would be happy to use me if I get my own authority and pull loads for them. Would it be unethical to to go on my own and pull those loads? Is that stealing a client from my current employer or just an opportunity I shouldn't pass up?

 

Thanks Cattleman. I don't remember signing any non compete agreement when I leased on. I am going to see an attorney tomorrow and have him look over my lease agreement .

 

I know what it was about. Sorry guys but I can't discuss it here. Well not right now anyway. Let's just say it's stupid stuff. Things I have had to deal with ever since I was put on the account. It's just part of doing business with them.

 

I've been putting up with it for several years now I suppose I can for a while longer. If the lawyer gives me the green light tomorrow ,I think I'm going to go for it. Everyone has given some good sound advice . I thank you all.

 

I don't intend on that being my only customer. Starting out it will be, and if lost it would be a problem.