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Litigation, Commitments and Contingencies - Other Matters (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 30, 2018 USD ($)
PJMF |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Contributions for additional advertising | $ 10,000
Reimaging costs and replacement or write off of certain branded assets |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Special charges | 5,841
Negative publicity and consumer sentiment |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Special charges | 50,700
Negative publicity and consumer sentiment | Franchise royalty reductions |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Special charges | 15,400
Negative publicity and consumer sentiment | Reimaging costs and replacement or write off of certain branded assets |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Special charges | 5,800
Negative publicity and consumer sentiment | Legal and professional fees |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Special charges | $ 19,500

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