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INCOME TAXES
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2019
INCOME TAXES [Abstract]  
INCOME TAXES
NOTE 12. INCOME TAXES

Our tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, differs from the tax expense computed by applying the U.S. statutory tax rate to net loss from continuing operations before income taxes as no tax benefits were recorded for tax losses generated in the U.S.  As of March 31, 2019, we had deferred tax assets primarily related to U.S. federal and state tax loss carryforwards.  We provided a full valuation allowance against our deferred tax assets as future realization of such assets is not more likely than not to occur.

Based on our analysis of tax positions taken on income tax returns filed, we have determined no material liabilities related to uncertain income tax positions exist.  Although we believe the amounts reflected in our tax returns substantially comply with applicable U.S. federal, state, and foreign tax regulations, the respective taxing authorities may take contrary positions based on their interpretation of the law.  A tax position successfully challenged by a taxing authority could result in an adjustment to our provision or benefit for income taxes in the period in which a final determination is made.