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Property and Equipment (Details Textual) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Property and Equipment (Textual) |  |
Leasehold improvements reimbursed by lessors as lease incentives | $ 1.1 | $ 2.0
Fixed assets written off | $ 12.5 | $ 10.9

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- Definition Increase of leasehold improvements reimbursed by lessors during the period. These reimbursements were capitalized as leasehold improvements and a long-term liability established. + References No definition available. + Details
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- Details
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- Definition Divestiture of long-lived, physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment. + References No definition available. + Details
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