The following Trueblood case is recommended for use with this chapter. The case provides an excellent opportunity for class discussion, group projects, and writing assignments. The case, along with Professor’s Discussion Material, can be obtained from the Deloitte Foundation at its website: www.deloitte.com/us/truebloodcases. 

Case 13–8: Accounting for a Loss Contingency for a Verdict Overturned on Appeal This case gives students the opportunity to apply GAAP regarding accrual and disclosure of contingencies with respect to a complex lawsuit. As an addition to the case, students should cite the appropriate location of relevant GAAP in the FASB Codification.