Without further qualifying our opinion, we draw attention to Note [X] to the (consolidated)3 financial statements. The Company is the defendant in a lawsuit alleging infringement of certain patent rights and claiming royalties and punitive damages of [currency and amount]. The Company has filed a counterclaim, and preliminary hearings and discovery proceedings on both actions are in progress. The ultimate outcome of the matter cannot presently be determined and, accordingly, no provision for any effects on the Company that may result has been made in the (consolidated)3 financial statements.17