Rackspace Technology, Inc. 10-K

ITEM 3 – LEGAL PROCEEDINGS From time to time, we are subject to various legal proceedings, claims, inquiries, investigations, demands or other disputes arising in the ordinary course of our business. These matters include, among other things, commercial disputes (including contract interpretation, service level performance, billing disputes, customer service issues and similar matters), employment and labor claims, intellectual property disputes (including third-party claims by both operating companies and non-practicing entities alleging that our offerings, services, or technologies infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate the intellectual property or proprietary rights of others or that our use of third-party software (including open source components) violates copyright, licensing obligations or trade secret rights), and regulatory inquiries. In addition, we may receive requests for information, subpoenas, or be subject to investigations by governmental authorities relating to areas such as privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, competition/antitrust, and export controls and sanctions, among others. We record accruals for loss contingencies when losses are considered probable and can be reasonably estimated. Because litigation and regulatory matters are inherently unpredictable, the amount that may ultimately be paid could differ from our recorded accruals and the timing of such payments is uncertain. It is reasonably possible that losses in excess of recorded amounts could be material in a particular period. Additional information about our loss contingencies is included in Item 8 of Part II, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data - Note 10, "Commitments and Contingencies." We maintain insurance for certain claims and losses; however, coverage may not be available for all matters and is subject to deductibles, exclusions, and policy limits. Based on current information, we are not party to any pending litigation that would, if determined adversely to us, individually or in the aggregate be reasonably expected to have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows. However, litigation is inherently uncertain, and adverse developments or outcomes could potentially result in significant monetary damages or injunctive relief. We expense legal fees as incurred. For a discussion of risks related to intellectual property claims, data security, privacy and cybersecurity, regulatory compliance and other legal exposures, see Item 1A of Part I "Risk Factors." ITEM 4 – MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES Not applicable. - 48 - Table of Contents PART II