Commitments and Contingencies

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2011

Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]

Commitments and Contingencies

17. Commitments and Contingencies

From time to time, we and our unconsolidated investees are party to a variety of legal proceedings arising in the ordinary course of business. We believe that, with respect to any such matters that we are currently a party to, the ultimate disposition of any such matters will not result in a material adverse effect on our business, financial position or results of operations.

On October 14, 2011, a final order was entered in connection with the settlement of lawsuits filed in connection with the Merger. As part of the settlement, we agreed to pay the lawyers who filed the Maryland and Colorado actions attorneys’ fees and expenses in a cumulative amount of $600,000, which amount has been accrued.