7. Commitments and Contingencies

6 Months Ended

Jan. 25, 2014

Notes

7. Commitments and Contingencies

7. COMMITMENTS and CONTINGENCIES       

              Superstorm Sandy devastated our area on October 29, 2012 and resulted in the closure of almost all of our stores for periods of time ranging from a few hours to eight days. Village disposed of substantial amounts of perishable product and also incurred repair, labor and other costs as a result of the storm.  The Company has property, casualty and business interruption insurance, subject to deductibles and coverage limits.  During the second quarter of fiscal 2013, Wakefern began the process of working with our insurers to recover the damages and Village has recorded estimated insurance recoveries.  In October 2013, Wakefern, as the policy holder, filed suit against the carrier seeking payment of claims due for all Wakefern members.  Final resolution of our insurance claim related to the storm could have a material impact on our results of operations.

              The Company is involved in other litigation incidental to the normal course of business. Excluding the tax litigation with the State of New Jersey as described in Note 5, Company management is of the opinion that the ultimate resolution of these legal proceedings should not have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial position, results of operations or liquidity of the Company.