Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2011
Commitments and Contingencies (Textuals) [Abstract]
Amount of settlement received in civil suit	$ 2.9
Expected time period for recognizing material gains from disputes		12 months

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