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Commitments and Contingencies (Lease Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Commitments And Contingencies Lease Narrative Details |  |  |
Net rent expense | $ 483,000 | $ 465,000 | $ 542,000

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- Definition Amount of rent expense incurred for leased assets, including but not limited to, furniture and equipment, that is not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. + References No definition available. + Details
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