Even though you can retrieve files from the BitLocker encrypted drive, you should make sure that BitLocker supports the laptop you use. BitLocker is only designated for Vista Ultimate and maybe Vista Enterprise but not for Home Premium, to make the file restoration smooth, get a supported device first.
On top of that, iBoysoft BitLocker Recovery Software serves here if you lose anything important from the BitLocker encrypted drive. Rest assured and use it as this toolkit recovers your files at a high recovery rate and never steals your information.