If PC was "company owned" instead of wiping it out why not just remove it!? These type of cases often have more twist and turns than our nervous system getting reliable advice will be tough as will finding related case law if any. Keep in mind that anyone can post a reply here and you have no clue to whom your talking or their background (read my signature line) so please stay calm teh best advice you will get is from an Attorney who spcializes in these types of cases