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Sep. 30, 2012
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| Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | |
| Legal Matters | Legal Matters In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to potential claims and disputes related to its business, including claims for freight lost or damaged in transit. Some of these matters may be covered by the Company's insurance and risk management programs or may result in claims or adjustments with the Company's carriers. In May 2012, the Company settled ongoing litigation with one of its former enterprise clients. The total amount due from this former client was approximately $2.7 million and the former client had previously filed suit against the Company for damages of approximately $2.5 million. In consideration for payment to Echo of approximately $2.0 million, all litigation was dismissed. Costs associated with the settlement are included in general and administrative expenses. Management does not believe that the outcome of any of the legal proceedings to which the Company is a party will have a materially adverse effect on its financial position or results of operations. |