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Bluejaxrock
Member
04-23-2004
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 9:27 am
Again, just my personal experience (over 25 years ago) but there were waiting lists for rehab, but if you knew a "member of the program" and/or were referred by a physician, you could get in. My recent experience with rehab (friends/family) is that it is rare to be in for a 30-day program. Due to changes in the insurance industry, it is usually a 3-4 day detox program followed by outpatient care. As to her family, I agree that her mother does not seem to be much of a role model (stories of them out partying together) and her dad has his own issues with alcohol/drugs. As much as my family tried to step in and intervene with me, I refused any and all help, but my mom was an enabler in that she did not make me take responsibility for my actions. I was out to prove that I was not like my dad (he's a recovering alcoholic with 26 years sobriety). Due to my father's drinking, I didn't speak to him for over a year - even after he got sober; however, when I got into legal trouble because of my drinking/drugging, it was dad I turned to to get help. And he called the rehab he went through to get me in. I wish all the best for anyone with these issues. I know how hard it is on a daily basis to maintain sobriety. But until they are ready to admit their need, there is no amount of treatment that will help them. AA/NA worked for me (eventually), but as the Big Book says, it does not work for everyone. Again, stepping off my soapbox, and I bet y'all hope I don't get back on...lol
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 9:42 am
In an ideal world people wouldn't have to wait for medical care, but sadly that isn't true either. 
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:35 pm
Last I checked, most of us lived in the real, less than ideal, world. But the 12 step programs always have room. (I think) I saw a blurb on tv this morning that indicated that someone is actually investigating if Miss Lohan was served alcohol at all AND if she was served after 3am (said it was illegal to keep serving after 2am in California).
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:39 pm
It is illegal to serve after 2:00 am. Bars generally do last call between 1:30 and 1:45 and all drinks are pulled at 2:00. (Ummm so I've heard )
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Bonzacat
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:50 pm
Probe: Was Underage Lohan Served Booze? Authorities conducting undercover operations at trendy celebrity watering holes in recent weeks want to know if an underage Lindsay Lohan was served alcohol before a weekend car crash. ... Videos show Lohan leaving Hollywood's Les Deux club at 3:30 a.m. Alcohol cannot be served in California after 2 a.m. [....]
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:50 pm
The above should say "serve alcohol after" ....my fingers got ahead of my brain or vicee versee! 
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Bonzacat
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:54 pm
Scooter - have you been served today? 
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Bluejaxrock
Member
04-23-2004
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:56 pm
In Ohio, drinks are pulled at 2:30 a.m., but bar clocks are set 15 minutes ahead. Imagine my dismay when my birthday fell on "spring forward" Saturday. One less hour to drink! Haven't they been investigating these "trendy" bars for serving underage celebs? I remember something about the Roosevelt...
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:56 pm
Not before 6 a.m.!!! I would never break the law!!! I am an angel of the most angelic kind....ask anyone 
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:58 pm
Blue...yes...bar time is generally 15 to 20 minutes ahead of the time on your watch, here, too But they do last call and drink pulling based on bar time, to be safe <...er so I've been told>
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Native_texan
Member
08-24-2004
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 12:59 pm
Scooter, if your brain is ahead of your fingers, would that mean you are typing behind your back while also driving?
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 1:02 pm
NT...LOL! I am currently tucked away safely at my desk! 
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Bonzacat
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 1:03 pm
Yes, an angel.... that's what I've heard... 
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 1:03 pm
Told ya!!!
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Crzndeb
Member
07-26-2004
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 3:12 pm
HELLO! Nevermind that she is underage, just as long as she wasn't served after 0200...Geez, give me a break!
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 5:10 pm
did anyone realize she was at "Les Deux" that's the club owned by Mike Malin (aka Boogie)
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Sherbabe
Member
07-28-2002
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 7:54 pm
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Lindsay Lohan's estranged father says she suffers from multiple addictions, including alcohol and the painkiller OxyContin, the Web site E! Online reported Wednesday. The 20-year-old actress checked into rehab Monday following a weekend that included crashing her Mercedes, being arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence and being photographed slumped in the passenger seat of a friend's car. This is her second rehab stint this year. "I spoke to the people treating Lindsay, because I wanted to make sure she was getting the right care," Michael Lohan told E! Online. "And I'm satisfied they are doing the right thing for her, helping her detox from the painkillers and things. That's a very important step." Lindsay Lohan's publicist, Leslie Sloane Zelnik, did not immediately return an after-hours call and e-mail from The Associated Press on Wednesday. Michael Lohan was released from a New York state prison in March after serving almost two years for driving while intoxicated and other charges. He said he is studying to become a drug-rehab counselor with the faith-based organization Teen Challenge. Before entering rehab, the actress was scheduled to start work this week on "Poor Things," a comedy featuring Shirley MacLaine, who is also a producer on the movie. MacLaine and co-producer Rob Hickman said in a statement Wednesday that Lohan still wants to work on the project. "We are trying to rearrange the shooting schedule to facilitate her working at the end of the shoot to coincide with the completion of her rehabilitation," the statement said. In other events swirling around Lohan, who turns 21 on July 2, authorities who have been conducting undercover operations at trendy celebrity watering holes in recent weeks are seeking to find out if she was served alcohol before her weekend car crash. California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control investigators also want to know if Lohan or others were served after hours, agency spokesman John Carr said. Videos show Lohan leaving Hollywood's Les Deux club at 3:30 a.m. Alcohol cannot be served in California after 2 a.m. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control told the Beverly Hills Police Department it wants to review witness reports and other evidence to determine if a formal investigation is warranted, Carr said. Les Deux owner Lonnie Moore said in a statement that Lohan stayed late having dinner and waiting for friends, and wasn't drinking. (note the last quote)
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 8:02 pm
Maybe it was the oxycontin. One has to wonder how she got that or why it was prescribed.
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Dipo
Member
04-23-2002
| Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 8:14 pm
I always thought that clubs could close at 2 am and then if there were private parties after that time they could serve booze like it was your home (except you wouldn't be charged)in California. Maybe I just made that up, LOL! But I suppose she could have been in the club til 3am drinking coke-cola and inbib in her alledged other favorite cocaine.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 4:05 am
I have serious doubts that she will stay sober when she turns 21 in July. Although being under age didn't slow her down at all.
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Tishala
Member
08-01-2000
| Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 10:46 am
Honestly, I think it's kind of appalling that her father is telling the press that she's addicted to Oxy (or even alcohol for that matter). It's one thing for gossip columns to talk about her behavior, but her own father?! He can't respect boundaries enough to keep it in the family?! And I'm almost certain that the staff of Promises never told her father they were helping her "detox from the painkillers and things" because of they did it would be a serious breach of client confidentiality. This is why maybe the only smart thing Lohan has done in her life is to separate herself from her father. He obviously craves press attention.
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Grooch
Member
06-16-2006
| Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 10:48 am
I think he must be related to Vergie in some odd way. Sorta like 6 Degrees of Seperation, thrice removed.
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 11:09 am
As long as she is under age doesn't her father have a right to know about her medical condition?
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Tishala
Member
08-01-2000
| Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 11:11 am
I think under the age of 18 that's true, but not up to 21. I have been known to be terribly terribly wrong, however. And even so, to go to the press with that information? It's just deplorable. Keep it in the family and respect that your daughter might want some privacy while she's trying to work out her demons.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 11:18 am
I think it's horrible that her father is talking to the press.
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