Impairment of Notes Receivable and Related Charges

12 Months Ended

Aug. 31, 2015

Impairment of Notes Receivables and Related Charges [Abstract]

Impairment of Notes Receivable and Related Charges

15. Impairment of Notes Receivable and Related Charges

During the fiscal year ended August 31, 2013, the Company recorded a loss of approximately $25.6 million related to notes receivable and related charges. Such a charge was recorded following the determination that it was probable that the Company would be unable to collect the amounts due from a former customer.