Retirement Plans - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Employer contributions, net of forfeitures	$ 4,486	$ 5,010	$ 1,618

Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Discretionary Contribution Amount, Net of Forfeitures

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