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Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Purchase amount of annuities | $ 4,900,000 |  |
Rental expense for operating leases for office space and equipment | 13,200,000 | 13,100,000 | 11,600,000
2018 | 2018 |  |
Total minimum rental commitments under non-concellable leases | 49,000,000 |  |
Other Investments [Member] |  |  |
Remaining Commitment | $ 56,538,000 |  |

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