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12 Months Ended
Dec. 28, 2014
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]  
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Severance Costs
In October 2014, we announced cost-saving efforts that have resulted in a number of workforce reductions and layoffs across the Company. The workforce reductions are actions taken under our severance plan in connection with our continued focus on operating efficiencies. In accordance with ASC 712, “Compensation - Nonretirement Postemployment Benefits,” we accounted for this liability in the third quarter of 2014 when the liability was probable and reasonably estimable. In December 2014, we adjusted the liability upward to reflect the actual payout, which will occur in 2015. We recognized severance costs of $36.1 million in 2014, $12.4 million in 2013 and $12.3 million in 2012. These costs are recorded in “Selling, general and administrative costs” in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
We had a severance liability of $34.6 million and $10.3 million included in “Accrued expenses and other” in our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 28, 2014 and December 29, 2013, respectively. We anticipate most of the expenditures associated with the workforce reductions will be recognized within the next twelve months. See recent developments in the “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” for additional information.
Early Termination Charge
In 2014, we recorded a $2.6 million charge for the early termination of a distribution agreement.
Pension Settlement Charge
In 2014, we recorded a $9.5 million pension settlement charge in connection with a lump-sum payment offer to certain former employees. See Note 9 for additional information regarding the pension settlement charge.
Reserve for Uncertain Tax Positions
In 2014, we recorded a $21.1 million income tax benefit primarily due to a reduction in the Company’s reserve for uncertain tax positions.
Advertising Expenses
Advertising expenses were $89.5 million , $86.0 million , and $83.2 million for December 28, 2014, December 29, 2013, and December 30, 2012 respectively.
Capitalized Computer Software Costs
Capitalized computer software costs (included in depreciation expense) were $29.4 million, $27.4 million, and $22.5 million for December 28, 2014, December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 respectively.
Other Expense
In 2012, we recorded a $2.6 million charge in connection with a legal settlement.