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FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Details 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended |  |
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Sep. 30, 2014 | Sep. 30, 2014 Quoted Market Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) | Dec. 31, 2013 Predecessor | Dec. 31, 2013 Predecessor Quoted Market Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) | Dec. 31, 2013 Predecessor Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair value of financial instruments |  |  |  |  |
Investments | $ 38,463 | $ 38,463 | $ 77,570 | $ 77,570 |
Derivative instruments - liability position |  |  | $ 6,975 |  | $ 6,975
Period to determine fair value inputs for valuation | 2 years |  |  |  |

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