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Quarterly Financial Information (Unaudited) (Narrative) (Details) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Effect of Fourth Quarter Events [Line Items] |
Recapitalization Costs | $ 700
Unfavorable litigation action |
Effect of Fourth Quarter Events [Line Items] |
Amount returned that was previously reserved to the income statement | $ 1,250

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