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INCOME TAXES summary of tax loss carryforwards (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2012
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Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] |
Federal net operating loss carryforwards, subject to expiration date in the years 2021 - 2032 | $ 13,596
State net operating loss carryforwards, subject to expiration in the years 2021 - 2032 | 21,163
Foreign net operating loss carryforward, subject to expiration in the years 2021 - 2032 | 0
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 | 1,872
Total federal net operating loss carryforward | 13,596
Total State net operating loss carryforwards | 21,163
Total foreign net operating loss carryforwards | 1,872
Amount of net operating loss that can be utilized per year | $ 259

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