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This element represents the number of sites related to former operations that are subject to remediation of certain hazardous or toxic substances.

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The designation of funds furnished by a borrower to a lender to assure future payments of the borrower's real estate taxes and insurance obligations with respect to a mortgaged property. Escrow deposits may be made for a variety of other purposes such as earnest money and contingent payments. This element excludes replacement reserves which are an escrow separately provided for within the US GAAP taxonomy.

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The value (monetary amount) of the award the plaintiff seeks in the legal matter.

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Cash received for the settlement of litigation during the current period.

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