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Restrictions of Dividends & Inter-company Borrowings - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
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Dividends may be paid without prior regulatory approval	$ 15.0

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