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RESERVE FOR LOSSES AND LOSS EXPENSES (DETAILS 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Net Favorable Prior Year Reserve Development [Line Items]
Net favorable prior year reserve development	$ 43,493	$ 54,499
Insurance [Member]
Net Favorable Prior Year Reserve Development [Line Items]
Net favorable prior year reserve development	11,608	5,598
Reinsurance [Member]
Net Favorable Prior Year Reserve Development [Line Items]
Net favorable prior year reserve development	$ 31,885	$ 48,901

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Amount of provision in the period for claims incurred in prior reporting periods and related claims settlement costs.

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