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Business Combinations (Assets and Liabilities Purchased in the MUSIC Transaction) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2011
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Business Combinations [Abstract] |
Investments | $ 48,437
Cash | 3,436
Interest and dividends due or accrued | 54
Premiums receivable | 7,073
Reinsurance recoverables, net | 43,978
Prepaid reinsurance premiums | 28,520
Property, plant and equipment | 219
Deferred federal income taxes | 6,221
Other Assets | 7,525
Total Assets | 145,463
Reserve for losses and loss expenses | 58,836
Unearned premium | 28,520
Accrued salaries and benefits | 43
Other liabilities | 6,742
Total Liabilities | $ 94,141

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