Item 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

From time to time we are involved in legal proceedings that are incidental to the operation of our businesses. These proceedings may seek remedies relating to environmental matters, intellectual property matters, acquisitions or divestitures, personal injury claims, employment and pension matters, government contract issues and commercial or contractual disputes. See Note 18, "Commitments and Contingencies", of the consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of Part II of this 10-K for information regarding certain legal proceedings we are involved in.