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Note 14 - Commitments and Contingencies (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | ||||
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Nov. 30, 2010
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Oct. 31, 2012
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Oct. 31, 2011
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Oct. 31, 2010
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May 04, 2012
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Nov. 07, 2009
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| Operating Leases, Rent Expense | $ 3.7 | $ 3.2 | $ 2.6 | |||
| Legal Bond | 0.1 | |||||
| False Credit Meter Value | 42.0 | |||||
| Loss Contingency, Damages Sought | The Petition claimed damages of approximately $43.0 million plus possible treble damages, attorneys' fees and costs. | |||||
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Minimum Aggregate Severance Benefits [Member]
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| Supplemental Unemployment Benefits, Severance Benefits | $ 6.5 | $ 6.6 | ||||
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Minimum [Member]
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| Lease Terms | 1 year | |||||
| Employment Agreements Term | 1 year | |||||
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Maximum [Member]
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| Lease Terms | 10 years | |||||
| Employment Agreements Term | 4 years | |||||