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Lease Obligations (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2015
Operating Leased Assets [Line Items] |  |  |
Lease expiration year, minimum | 2016 |  |
Lease expiration year, maximum | 2023 |  |
Percentage of increase in annual base rent, minimum | 3.00% |  |
Percentage of increase in annual base rent, maximum | 3.50% |  |
Lease exit costs | $ 244 | $ 223 |
Rent expense, net sublease income | 600 | 900 |
Adjustment for accretion and changes in lease assumptions | 200 | $ 200 |
Contract Termination |  |  |
Operating Leased Assets [Line Items] |  |  |
Lease exit costs | $ 600 |  | $ 900

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