Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies

12 Months Ended

Jul. 26, 2014

Notes

Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies

NOTE 9 — COMMITMENTS and CONTINGENCIES

Superstorm Sandy devastated our area on October 29, 2012 and resulted in the closure of almost all of our stores for periods of time ranging from a few hours to eight days. Village disposed of substantial amounts of perishable product and also incurred repair, labor and other costs as a result of the storm. The Company has property, casualty and business interruption insurance, subject to deductibles and coverage limits. During fiscal 2013, Wakefern began the process of working with our insurers to recover the damages and Village has recorded estimated insurance recoveries. Net of payments received, the related insurance receivable was $2,290 at July 26, 2014. In October 2013, Wakefern, as the policy holder, filed suit against the primary carrier seeking payment of remaining claims due for all Wakefern members. The suit is the result of different interpretations of policy terms. Final resolution of our insurance claim related to the storm could have a material impact on our results of operations.

Approximately 91% of our employees are covered by collective bargaining agreements. Contracts with the Company’s seven unions expire between December 2014 and October 2018.  Approximately 29% of our associates are represented by unions whose contracts expire within one year.  Any work stoppages could have an adverse impact on our financial results.

The Company is involved in other litigation incidental to the normal course of business. Excluding the tax litigation with the State of New Jersey as described in Note 5, Company management is of the opinion that the ultimate resolution of these legal proceedings should not have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial position, results of operations or liquidity of the Company.