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Sep. 30, 2014
Recent Accounting Pronouncements [Abstract] |
Recent Accounting Pronouncements | Recent Accounting Pronouncements Revenue Recognition In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the "FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") 2014-09, which clarifies the standard for recognizing revenue from contracts with customers. The standard outlines a single comprehensive model for entities to use in accounting for revenue arising from contracts with customers and supersedes the most current revenue recognition guidance. The standard is effective for the Company for the first quarter of 2017 and early adoption is not permitted. The standard allows for either a full retrospective approach or a modified retrospective approach. The Company is currently evaluating the impact that the standard will have on its consolidated financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Stock Compensation-Performance Share Awards In June 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-12, which amended the standard on how to account for share-based payments when the terms of an award provide that a performance target could be achieved after the requisite service period. Under the amended standard, a performance target that could be achieved after the requisite service period is required to be treated as a performance condition that affects the vesting of the award and should not be reflected in estimating the fair value of the award at the grant date. The amendment is effective for the first quarter of 2016 with early adoption permitted. The Company already accounts for performance shares utilizing the method outlined by ASU 2014-12 and is not impacted by the new standard. Going Concern In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-15, which sets forth guidance regarding management’s responsibility to evaluate whether there is substantial doubt about an organization’s ability to continue as a going concern and provide related footnote disclosures. This standard defines the term “substantial doubt,” requires management to perform an evaluation every reporting period, and provides principles for considering the mitigating effects of management’s plans. The standard is effective for the Company for the fourth quarter of 2016 with early adoption permitted. The Company currently does not expect that this standard will have a material impact on its financial statements.

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