Litigation Involving Product Defects, Intellectual Property Infringement, etc.
First written in FY2016. 1 of 3 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026.
Sega Sammy Holdings moved to the "Worse" side of this theme in 2026, 8 years after the typical company in this theme (2018).
The whole theme swung hardest in 2024: 2 of 7 companies on the "Worse" side.
2 other companies' latest entry also says "Materialised".
- FY2026MaterialisedAnnual report
「Provision for Litigation Losses」
In connection with the risk of litigation arising from product defects, intellectual property infringement, complaints and other matters, a provision for litigation losses of ¥1,014 million was recognized on the consolidated balance sheet. - FY2018RestatedAnnual report
「If products or services provided by the Group infringe third-party rights, if defects or other problems arise in products manufactured and sold by the Group, or if unexpected complaints are received from users, litigation or other legal proceedings may affect the Group's brand image and results of operations.」
The risk of litigation related to product defects, intellectual property infringement and complaints remains ongoing. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「The Group is working to strengthen its compliance framework and taking measures to minimize the risk of litigation, including claims for damages, by exercising sufficient care not to infringe third-party intellectual property rights. However, lawsuits may be filed alleging that products manufactured and sold by the Group infringe such rights.」
The risk of litigation arising from intellectual property infringement, product defects and unexpected complaints is disclosed.