Reinsurance (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Ceded earned premiums	$ 14,141	$ 12,430	$ 40,031	$ 44,581
Reinsurance recoveries	$ 8,582	$ 6,885	$ 22,633	$ 26,368

Premiums assumed and earned by another insurer as a result of reinsurance arrangements.

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