Equity Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012 Y	Mar. 31, 2011
Equity Compensation [Abstract]
Capitalization of stock-based compensation cost	$ 0	$ 0
Pre-tax compensation expense for unvested stock-based compensation grants	33,900
Service period applicable to the grantees on a weighted-average basis, years	2.4
Number of RSUs vested in the period that were settled in cash	48,935
RSUs vested and settled in cash, amount	3,073
Number of RSUs vested in the period that were settled in shares of common stock	41,214
RSUs vested and settled in shares of common stock, amount	$ 2,754

Number of restricted stock units vested during the period that were settled in cash.

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The total fair value of restricted stock units for which the grantee gained the right during the period, by satisfying service requirements, to receive cash in accordance with the terms of the arrangement.

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Number of restricted stock units vested during the period that were settled in shares of common stock

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Represents the compensation cost capitalized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, units, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees.

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As of the balance sheet date, the aggregate unrecognized cost of equity-based awards made to employees under equity-based compensation awards that have yet to vest.

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The weighted average period over which unrecognized compensation is expected to be recognized for equity-based compensation plans, using a decimal to express in number of years.

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