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Commitments, Litigation and Contingent Liabilities
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Commitments, Litigation and Contingent Liabilities [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Commitments, Litigation and Contingent Liabilities

The Company's subsidiaries are subject to disputes, including litigation and arbitration, arising in the ordinary course of their insurance and reinsurance businesses. The Company's estimates of the costs of settling such matters are reflected in its aggregate reserves for losses and loss expenses, and the Company does not believe that the ultimate outcome of such matters will have a material adverse effect on its financial condition or results of operations. However, adverse outcomes are possible and could negatively impact the Company's financial condition and results of operations.