INCOME TAXES summary of tax loss carryforwards (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
Federal net operating loss carryforwards, subject to expiration date in the years 2021 - 2033	$ 31,667
State net operating loss carryforwards, subject to expiration in the years 2021 - 2033	35,239
Foreign net operating loss carryforward, subject to expiration in the years 2021 - 2033
Federal net operating loss carryforwards, that are not subject to expiration date.	0
State net operating loss carryforwards, that are not subject to expiration date	0
Foreign net operating loss carryforwards, not subject to expiration	3,000
Total federal net operating loss carryforward	31,667
Total State net operating loss carryforwards	35,239
Total foreign net operating loss carryforwards	3,000
Amount of net operating loss that can be utilized per year	$ 259