text: Brazil : AN INTRODUCTION Contributed by Lilla, Huck, Otranto, Camargo Advogados It is commonly said that labour relations in Brazil are not for amateurs. In addition to peculiarities related to culture, productivity and professional training, which can also be found in other countries, labour relations in Brazil defy experts since there is not much room for negotiations involving labour rights between employers and employees. Indeed, the state extensively and exhaustively regulates labour relations. As a result, it is often difficult for firms to comply with labour regulation due to its complexity, variety of sources and high costs. In addition to individual labour agreements and internal regulations of each company, labour relations are governed by laws and collective bargaining rules negotiated by unions. The Brazilian Federal Constitution provides a long list of labour rights considered fundamental and mandatory. At a lower hierarchical level, there is the Consolidation of Labour Laws (CLT) and several sparse laws regulating specific topics. There are also precedents of Labour Courts and extensive regulation issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, in particular regarding work safety and occupational health. In addition to these sources, the Superior Labour Court has so far edited around 900 guidance and case guideline documents, ruling on how to interpret labour laws. This legal framework, which is broadly protective, not only provides basic rights, but can also be conceived as a series of populist measures, which stiffen and bureaucratise labour relations, generating high costs, and conflicts between workers and firms (who are usually surprised by the fact that agreements are often not enforced and can have unpredictable legal consequences). For instance, although there are different forms for hiring professionals (e.g., independent contractors, outsourcing, independent sales representation, internship contracts etc.), in practice such forms are usually poorly implemented and subsequently questioned by the professionals themselves or by the authorities. Moreover, due to the application of the principle of the primacy of reality, such agreements are constantly disregarded to recognise the existence of an employment contract when the following elements are demonstrated in practice: (i) work on a regular basis, (ii) for payment, (iii) with subordination, and (iv) personally. In such cases the inherent legal obligations of the employment contract remain in place (even if the parties agreed to the contrary), such as: vacation periods; 13 (instead of 12) monthly salaries per year; a monthly deposit to a severance fund called FGTS to be made by the employer into an escrow account with a governmental bank, in the name of the employee; paid weekly rests; limitation of working hours; overtime remuneration; compensation for non-compliance with legal intervals, amongst others. Moreover, Brazil labour law: (i) Forbids wage reductions and changes in employment contracts to the detriment of employees, even if the employees agree with such modifications, which can lead to the inefficiency of agreements and personnel policies. (ii) Establishes detailed limits of working hours, intervals, including compensated vacation periods. (iii) Establishes legal additional bonuses for various events (overtime periods, hazardous work, night shifts, etc.) and extra payments for the composition of the employee salary. Due to these rules, sometimes the costs end up exceeding what was initially planned by firms. The Ministry of Labour and Employment and the Public Labour Ministry intensively monitor and combat informality and discrimination in the context of labour relations, environmental risks, labour accidents, occupational diseases, child and slave labour, working hours and work intervals, among others. As a result, non-compliance with Brazilian labour laws has become increasingly risky for companies. Thus, in Brazil, broad and technical knowledge of labour standards and preventive planning is essential for having an effective management overview on the limits and consequences of internal labour policies. Moreover, other instruments are used by the Brazilian authorities to ensure greater effectiveness of labour regulations and judicial decisions. For example: (i) The BACEN-JUD agreement, that grants judges access to financial investments of entrepreneurs and allows blocking cash for purpose of payment of labour debts. (ii) The constant disregard of limited liability of shareholders and managers for labour violations and passive solidarity between companies pertaining to the same economic group. (iii) The National Bank of Labour Debtors, a register of defaulting debts of labour courts, that may prevent companies from contracting with the government. (iv) The E-social system, which is fed by the employer with information regarding its payroll and labour relations, which can be accessed by various authorities, in order to accelerate the spotting of errors and illegal labour acts, streamlining collections and punishments. (iv) Increase of collective lawsuits filed by unions or by public prosecutors, which entails not only high-value financial liabilities (compensation for collective damages) but also the imposition of obligations to the companies, prohibiting the usage of equipment and the activity itself, impeding contracts with the government as well as corporate operations, and may even harm the brand and company reputation. However, with all these regulatory initiatives, it is also worth mentioning the existence of several attempts to improve flexibility of labour rules, aiming to stimulate business activities. Some examples are: (i) the Constitutional freedom of the employer to dismiss employees, which eliminated job stability; (ii) the creation of Profit Sharing Programs, which allow for an increase in employees' compensation without the incidence of labour and social security taxes, and are contingent upon the achievement of relevant targets for the employer; (iii) legal measures to provide certain compensation benefits without impacts on other payroll amounts and/or social security debts; (iv) mechanisms such as the Hour Bank System, which allows the offsetting of excessive working hours, drifting away wage increases in the period up to one year; and (v) the alternative of the new employment contract to work part time (up to 25 hours per week, instead of the 44 weekly hours usually practised), among others. Other examples of the loosening of labour rules are: (i) the reduction of the payroll because of the substitution, for some sectors, of the employer social security contribution for another, based on gross revenue; and (ii) the renewal of discussions in the legislative and judicial spheres regarding the legality and consequences of outsourcing, especially those activities related to the company's main business, considering that precedents in the Brazilian Labour Courts have consolidated, in the past few years, the standard that is assumed for the occurrence of fraud in outsourcing of a company's core business. However, to take advantage of the mechanisms and incentives existing under the Brazilian legal framework, to identify legal changes and developments, to opt for safer and more effective structures of staff hiring so as to achieve economic efficiency, and also to mitigate labour risks and adapt to changing scenarios, it is essential to have deep technical knowledge of the Brazilian legal system and strategic and preventative planning. ^ Return to Top See More > Labour & Employment - Brazil - Band 1 | Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice 第一等 | Basic facts about the department- 2 partners- 31 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for A seasoned and highly regarded group whose expertise encompasses the full remit of labour and employment issues, notably trade union actions, profit-sharing planning and judicial lawsuits. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They have a robust, skilful and experienced team that is able to provide the right level of support for all our needs." Notable practitioners Head of department Sólon de Almeida Cunha is hailed by peers as an "excellent practioner," while clients prize his strong academic background and networking skills. Partner Rodrigo Takano is much lauded by sources: "He is exceedingly knowledgeable and very commercially minded." Associate Caroline Marchi is also commended by clients for her "diligent and clear advice." Significant clients Zara, Via Varejo, Azul, Adidas, Diageo. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 1 | Mallet Advogados Associados 第一等 | Basic facts about the department- 6 partners- 17 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Highly specialised boutique based in São Paulo. Frequently recommended by clients as the go-to firm for their most challenging cases. Advises on the full range of labour and employment matters, notably severance payments, class actions, outsourcing and disputes involving employment terms. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They are excellent. We hire them for our most complex mandates and are very satisfied with the results they have achieved for us." "We have always been very well assisted by the team." "They provide a fast and effective turnaround." What's new? The firm recently promoted one of its associates to partner. Notable practitioners Estêvão Mallet wins all-round praise from market commentators: "He is a brilliant and very talented lawyer who has a sophisticated approach to cases and delivers high-quality client service." Significant clients Itaú Unibanco, Citibank, Multigrain, Xerox, Nestlé. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 1 | TozziniFreire Advogados 第一等 | Basic facts about the department- 6 partners- 112 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Sizeable and fully dedicated team providing regular assistance to clients in all aspects of labour and employment legislation. Caseload spans advice on stock options, profit sharing and executive compensation issues. In addition, sources are particularly enthusiastic about the group's litigation expertise and its ability to take on large-scale lawsuits as well as strategic matters. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "The team is excellent and fully dedicated to meeting clients' needs." "For us, they stand out for their dexterity in handling both smaller, high-volume cases as well as more complex issues." "Their IT features are quite impressive, allowing us to track our cases online, which is a huge plus." What's new? Partner headcount has recently been boosted by the promotion of one of the team's senior associates. Notable practitioners Clients have been thoroughly impressed by Mihoko Sirley Kimura: "She's very knowledgeable and pragmatic. We have sought her advice for some rather complex issues and despite being quite senior in her career she has a very down-to-earth attitude and is always available." Alexandre de Almeida Cardoso specialises in handling clients' large volume lawsuits. Market observers single out Marcelo Pereira Gômara for his "intelligent approach" and "impeccable technique." Porto Alegre-based Roberto Pierri Bersch is "prompt, helpful and exceedingly knowledgeable," says a client. Significant clients Casino, Hyundai, BMW, Oracle, Colgate-Palmolive. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 2 | Granadeiro Guimarães Advogados 第二等 | Basic facts about the department- 20 partners- 10 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for A long-established boutique fully focused on labour and employment matters. The team provides advice on contracts, trade union negotiations and investigative procedures, earning particular acclaim for its litigation proficiency. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "I highly recommend this team! They are very specialised in employment matters and much respected by their counterparts. They are also committed and conscientious." Notable practitioners Maurício Granadeiro Guimarães wins much praise from peers who describe him as "a formidable opponent" when representing clients in disputes. Gustavo Granadeiro Guimarães is lauded by sources for his technical expertise and pragmatic approach. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 2 | Robortella Advogados 第二等 | Basic facts about the department- 2 partners- 31 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Long-established boutique providing assistance to clients on an extensive range of labour and social security matters. The group is well-regarded for its litigation expertise, though its workload also encompasses pension plans, personnel outsourcing and collective bargaining. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They are equally adept at handling large volumes of lawsuits as well as complex disputes." Notable practitioners Founding partner Luiz Carlos Robortella is unanimously acclaimed by market observers: "His presence commands great respect. Everyone sits ups and listens when he speaks in court." ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 2 | Veirano Advogados 第二等 | Basic facts about the department- 5 partners- 27 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Extensive and well-established labour group at one of the country's leading full service firms. Highly regarded by clients for its strategic advice on lawsuits, civil class actions and trade union negotiations. Practice covers Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Brasília and Porto Alegre and attracts both domestic and international clients. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "The partners are very accessible and really take the time to understand the specific requirements of our business, offering intelligent solutions that match our goals." "I recommend them since they are very business-oriented and always provide practical legal advice." What's new? The São Paulo team has been recently boosted by the arrival of a new partner. Work highlights Representing motorway concession holders Ecovias in a lawsuit filed by the Minitry of Labour for an alleged illicit outsourcing of personnel. The team successfully managed to have the fines annulled and the case was eventually dismissed. Notable practitioners Luiz Guilherme Moraes Rego Migliora is singled out by clients for his "broad experience and accomplished interpersonal skills demonstrated during court hearings." José Carlos Wahle earns considerable praise from clients for his "expertise, clear advice and good judgement." Maria Luisa Soter is a former labour court judge. She advises the firm's domestic and international clientele on visas and immigration issues. Clients champion Luiz Antonio dos Santos Jr: "He offers the complete package, showing versatility and wide-ranging knowledge of labour issues." Significant clients Masterfoods, Flextronics, Philip Morris, Marriot, Statoil. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | BMA – Barbosa, Müssnich, Aragão 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 3 partners- 13 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Growing labour practice that complements the firm's full-service capabilities. Assists clients in planning compensation packages, terminations and outsourcing agreements in addition to a broad range of claims and disputes. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "Their advice is highly business oriented, expeditious and strictly focused on the client's needs." Work highlights Representing Energia Sustentável do Brasil (an arm of the GDF Suez Group) in a number of civil actions filed by the Rondônia State Labour Prosecutor's Office in connection with labour liabilities incurred by subcontractors hired to build the Jirau hydroelectric plant. Notable practitioners Partner Maurício Pessoa recently reinforced the the team. He is hailed by clients for his commitment and creativity in finding appropriate solutions. Clients also single out head of department Luiz Felipe Tenório da Veiga: "His advice is clear, direct and readily understood by the lay person." Significant clients TV Globo, Inteva, Nokia, Walmart, Shell. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | Demarest Advogados 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 12 partners- 24 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Full-service firm fielding a large team of labour experts. Particularly well regarded for its work in disputes, advising clients on trade union negotiations, class actions and employment termination packages. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "Their client service is great and the team represents very good value for money. Partners are available at all times and respond very quickly to our queries, keeping deadlines no matter how complex the issue." What's new? One of the team's senior associates has been recently promoted partner. Work highlights Representing Swissport in an action involving quotas for disabled persons filed by the Brazilian Labour Ministry. The team has successufully obtained an interloctory injuction, pending the final decision of the trial court. Notable practitioners Head of department Cássia Fernanda Pizzotti "stands out for her ability to co-ordinate the workload and take charge of negotiations," says a client. Significant clients Akzo Nobel, Mercedes-Benz, Motorola, Mattel, Alcoa. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | Mascaro Nascimento Advogados 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 2 partners- 34 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for One-stop shop boutique for labour matters specialising on contentious matters. Represents clients in both judicial and administrative disputes as well as furnishing advice on collective bargaining, contingency liabilities and private pensions schemes. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They have a spectacular team and have helped us achieve a 65% reduction in the number of labour claims filed against our company." Notable practitioners The key contact for clients is Marcelo Costa Mascaro Nascimento. Significant clients Petrobras. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 1 partner- 9 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Emerging labour practice at top São Paulo outfit. Advises clients on the full range of labour and employment matters including severance terms, trade union negotiations and employee benefits. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They are very agile and excel in their technical expertise." Notable practitioners Head of department Vilma Toshie Kutomi is much lauded by clients: "She is highly experienced, available and inspires a lot of confidence in her work." ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | Pinheiro Neto Advogados 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 3 partners- 12 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Sought out for its full-service profile and specialised labour and employment team. Advises a prominent clientele on consultancy and litigation matters, namely stock option plans, executive claims, bonuses and staff harassment issues. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "The team is very responsive and their advice is thorough and practical." Notable practitioners Head of department Luís Antônio Ferraz Mendes is frequently endorsed by market observers, who describe him as a "brilliant and highly capable lawyer," also commending his skills in handling delicate matters. Significant clients LVMH, Intel Semicondutores, Sanofi-Aventis, Novartis, Dow. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | Souza Cescon Advogados 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 1 partner- 12 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for This compact but solid labour practice boosts the firm's wide-ranging offering. Provides assistance to clients with collective bargaining agreements, executive compensation plans and disputes, and also advises on suspected instances of fraud. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They provide fast and objective advice, always aiming to reach the best result for our company while minimising potential risks." Notable practitioners Head of department Dario Abrahão Rabay elicits extensive praise from clients: "He is a remarkable lawyer - responsive, commercially minded and shows excellent judgement. He is a pleasure to work with." Sources also hail Aldo Martinez Neto: "He has impressed us with his client-friendly manner and ability to get to the heart of an issue quickly." Significant clients Valeant Pharmaceuticals, Rossi Construtora, The Marketing Store Worldwide, Even Construtora e Incorporadora, Alcatel-Lucent. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 3 | Trench, Rossi e Watanabe (in cooperation with Baker & McKenzie International) 第三等 | Basic facts about the department- 3 partners- 22 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Well-rounded team that combines extensive knowledge of local law with an impressive international reach. Advises clients on labour aspects of cross-border transactions, as well as employee compensation schemes and high-priority labour disputes. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "We appreciate the team's technical expertise and customer care." What's new? A senior associate in the São Paulo labour team has been recently promoted to partner. Work highlights Advising the Brazilian subsidiary of Bloomin' Brands on labour-related issues following its acquisition of a 40% equity participation in PGS Consultoria e Serviços. Notable practitioners Head of department Ana Paula Vizintini focuses her practice on litigation and collective bargaining matters. Rio-based associate Tricia Maria Sá P de Oliveira is lauded by clients for her articulate manner. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Azevedo Sette Advogados 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 4 partners- 21 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Expanding labour practice at this Belo Horizonte-based full service firm. Managing clients' claims and disputes in addition to providing legal opinions on a broad spectrum of employment issues. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They are committed and show considerable leadership in the conduct of our cases." What's new? Partner Mariá Guitti has joined team from Lefosse. Notable practitioners Gustavo Magalhães Assis "is highly capable and provides fast responses to our queries," according to sources. Clients speak enthusiastically about Luanna Vieira de Lima Costa's technical expertise and "effortless ability to adapt to new situations." Partner Mariá Guitti has recently joined the team. Guitti is highly esteemed by clients who say she is "extremely diligent, assertive and creative in seeking appropriate solutions for highly complex labour issues." Significant clients Claro, CBMM, Votorantim, Holcim, White Martins. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Baraldi Mélega 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 8 partners- 10 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Recently established boutique founded by a group of experienced labour partners. Advises clients on all manner of disputes including civil class actions and trade union negotiations, in addition to providing regular consultancy on social security matters. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "This firm is outstanding in its area of practice and services are rendered with excellence and professionalism." Notable practitioners Geraldo Baraldi Jr is singled out by peers for his litigation expertise, adding that "he is a brilliant lawyer." Labour and employment consultant Antonio Carlos Vianna de Barros is much admired by peers, who highlight his "broad experience and solid market credibility." Partner Mauricio Greca Consentino specialises in trade union matters. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Bosisio Advogados 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 32 lawyers What the team is known for Long-standing Rio-based boutique with an additional office in São Paulo. Regularly represents clients in individual as well as collective disputes, also conducting preventive audits and advising on employment contracts. Notable practitioners Cristóvão Soares Guimarães is the main point of contact for clients. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Lilla, Huck, Otranto, Camargo Advogados 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 4 partners What the team is known for Providing consultancy on a broad range of issues including employment contracts, dismissal procedures and union negotiations. The team is also frequently engaged to represent clients in high-level executive disputes. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "We were faced with a series of unfavourable decisions but after hiring Lilla Huck's labour team on a recommendation, they managed to argue our case in court successfully and reverse the situation." What's new? A new partner specialising in labour litigation has recently reinforced the team. Notable practitioners Head of department Maria Fernanda de Medeiros Redi is singled by clients for her dedication and diligence in providing regular and thorough updates. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Mesquita Barros Advogados 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 19 partners- 9 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Providing preventive advice on a broad range of employment and social security issues and managing disputes at all court levels. Notable practitioners Founding partner Cássio Mesquita Barros is a much-respected labour lawyer and scholar. He wins praise from market observers for his experience and "sound rapport with the authorities." Significant clients General Motors. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Pipek Penteado e Paes Manso Advogados Associados 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 4 partners- 12 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Specialised labour firm that provides clients with a broad range of consultancy and contentious services, as well as assistance with trade union negotiations. Offers support across the country from its Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Curitiba and Salvador offices. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They possess a highly competent team and the service provided represents excellent value for money." Work highlights Defending electricity provider CELPE in a series of ongoing labour disputes. Notable practitioners Founding partner Arnaldo Pipek is a recognised labour specialist who leads the litigation team. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 4 | Siqueira Castro Advogados 第四等 | Basic facts about the department- 13 partners- 198 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Advising clients on the full range of labour and social security matters, including severance payments, outsourcing and class actions. Also particularly well-regarded for its expert handling of high volume lawsuits across the country. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "We appreciate the accessibility of the partners, the quality of the work produced and timeliness of responses." What's new? The practice has been boosted by the arrival of a new partner, while two of its associates have also been recently promoted to partner positions. Work highlights Representing infrastructure group Camargo Correa in a dispute over the legality of strikes called by a group of workers engaged in the construction of a hydroelectric plant in the north of Brazil. Notable practitioners São Paulo-based Otavio Pinto e Silva heads the department and earns admiration from many of his peers: "He's a brilliant lawyer, very accomplished and knows how to establish a good rapport with the authorities." Rio-based partner Carlos Eduardo Cardoso specialises in social security matters. Significant clients Grupo Edson Queiroz, Vale, HRT, VIVO, TIM CELULAR. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 5 | Bichara Advogados 第五等 | Basic facts about the department- 1 partner- 38 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Rio-based firm offering comprehensive advice on business law. Acts for clients in employment claims disputes and advises on collective agreements and trade union rights. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "The team stands out for its dedication and ability to provide clear advice and organised service." Work highlights Acting for construction and real estate company Gafisa in an ongoing employee dispute over its choice of health insurance provider. Notable practitioners João Pedro Eyler Povoa heads the department and is noted by peers for technical proficiency. Significant clients TIM, Bureau Veritas, Nokia, Globo, Groupon. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 5 | Koury Lopes Advogados 第五等 | Basic facts about the department- 1 partner- 4 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for Assisting clients with a broad range of labour queries as well as advising on employee grievances and disputes. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "The team is notable for their technical expertise and excellent client service." Notable practitioners Alexandre Pessoa is commended by clients for his "fast service and extensive knowledge of labour and employment legislation." Significant clients Freudenberg, Ogilvy, Koch, Agenciaclick, Yoki. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 5 | Leite, Tosto e Barros Advogados 第五等 | Basic facts about the department- 2 partners- 30 other qualified lawyers What the team is known for The group is well regarded for its assistance in disputes, also earning praise for its expertise advising on union negotiations and settlements. Noted for its experience with large-scale claims. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "A great labour team adept at handling everyday, but also more complex, labour disputes." Notable practitioners Arthur Cahen is highly valued by clients: "His advice is fast and in-depth, and he understands our company's goals." Significant clients Alusa Engenharia, Schahin Engenharia, Tenaris Confab Group, Areva Transmissão & Distribuição de Energia, Delta Construções. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Band 5 | Levy & Salomão Advogados 第五等 | Basic facts about the department- 1 partner- 1 other qualified lawyer What the team is known for Counselling clients on employment disputes, executive remuneration and severance packages as well as benefits and pensions. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) "They are agile and committed and we have achieved considerable success in dealing with high executive claims thanks to their advice." Work highlights Assisting spirits manufacturer Beam and JBB Bebidas with labour and social security issues following the latter's incorporation. Notable practitioners Clients rave about Silvia Fidalgo Lira's performance: "She is an excellent labour lawyer, extremely shrewd in court and has successfully concluded some exceptional agreements for our company." Significant clients All Ore Mineração, Belltech, Orion Engineered Carbons, LK Technology, Duxxi Imobiliária. ^ Return to Top View Firm Profile > Other Ranked Lawyers 其他上榜律师 Brasília-based José Alberto Couto Maciel of Advocacia Maciel is lauded by market observers for his experience and courtroom performance. Maria Helena Villela Autuori of Autuori Burmann Chen Sociedade de Advogados is recommended by sources for her availability and considerable command of labour and employment matters. Head of department at CFA Advogados, Boriska Ferreira Rocha has thoroughly impressed clients: "She is business-oriented and proactive, and has a very practical approach to complex issues." Leila Alves of De Luca, Derenusson, Schuttoff e Azevedo Advogados "quickly understands what needs to be done and is able to communicate any issues in a very clear manner," says a client. Clients extol André de Melo Ribeiro of Dias Carneiro, Arystóbulo, Flores, Sanches e Thomaz Bastos Advogados: "His practical vision is exceptional. He foresees any practical problems and is very hands-on. He is also able to present different alternatives and is very objective in his advice." Fábio Chong de Lima of L.O. Baptista, Schmidt, Valois, Miranda, Ferreira & Agel receives much praise from clients: "He is very thorough, anticipates our needs and is able to explain Brazilian law in a clear and straightforward way." Clients have been impressed by Andrea Giamondo Massei Rossi of Lobo & de Rizzo Advogados: "We really value her objective attitude and her persuasive manner in court. In addition, she understands common law and knows how to bridge the gap between different cultural contexts." Nelson Mannrich of Mannrich, Senra e Vasconcelos Advogados is hailed by peers as a "labour and employment heavyweight" for his knowledge and technical expertise. Rio-based Henrique Maués of Maués Advogados Associados is acknowledged by market commentators who highlight his years of experience and impressive in-court skills. Agenor Barreto Parente of Rio Branco Paranhos is hailed by peers for his long-standing expertise advising claimants involved in judicial disputes. Brasília-based Victor Russomano Junior of Russomano Advocacia wins frequent endorsement from peers, who describe him as "a highly capable lawyer with effective networking skills". ^ Return to Top


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Madéleine Flores's Help Us! Great Warrior begs the question: must great power always come with great responsibility? Don't get our heroine, the eponymous Great Warrior, wrong -- it's totally important to help people, slay monsters, loot dungeons, all that stuff. But can't you take a break sometimes too? Can't you celebrate your victory with some pizza bagels and a stack of trashy magazines instead of brooding over the cruel paradox that is your life? Responsibility is great, but every good hero needs to know how to treat herself and her friends.
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I really like how you moved the racks forward so the bags (several Wolfman options to choose from now) are closer to center as the DR is really a 1 man (or women) show kinda bike.
That rear rack is then nice and big to support a Wolfman dry duffel for camping and other gear. The only thing i'd love to see (if possible) is a way to tie in and support to that center bolt on the fender for added strength. Maybe a piece of attached tube that goes down into it the recess and then use a longer bolt.
The old ebay BBQ rack does this with flat plate and a nylon spacer in that spot. The reason i'd like to see this is because this rack can hold some heavy loads. If you look at the rear left attachment plate on a DR650, it's really just a thinner plate of material with so so welds. Enough weight and off-road riding is gonna snap that plate of and thus 1/4 of the mounts. I'm thinking that center mount will help carry some weight. Look at the pic bellow and see that center bolt on the flat plate. That connects down to the subframe so 5 points of strength. This is needed for any large DR rear rack IMO.
What's the solution for rear turn signals? Does your racks allow the factory grab rails to remain and thus a place for the turn signals? If not then you need some mounts on the rear rack for the turn signals. What about of the side racks alone are used? They they fit with the factory grab rails and also the oem rear rack?
Glad to see you did not tie the side & rear racks together, so people can mix and match your racks with others out there.
I can tell you are a one man show and have learned a ton about this whole process. You are producing a nice product.
I'm happy to see and support anyone who is making parts and gear for the DR650 as that's my bike of choice.
Thanks, Bill
Thanks Bill, I appreciate the excellent advice and support!
I agree 100% that adding a support in the center is something that needs to be done. All of my DR top racks will now have that feature. My R&D bike was taken home by the owner yesterday, so I'll have to see if he'll bring it back for me to use again.
I'll be adding mounts for turn signals to the top racks also. The owner of the R&D bike didn't want any because he's mounting some low profile signals directly to the fender.
My side rack top brackets bolt directly to the sub frame lugs for greater strength. The OEM grab rails could be added on top of them and I will provide a 1/4" aluminum spacer for the rear grab rail mount.
With the top rack installed, it would eliminate the grab rails altogether.
And yes, I'm learning something every day in this business!
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Nice work, I am with Eakins on the need for center support on the rear rack similar to the Barbecue rack which I also own. My main reason for looking at alternatives to the Barbecue rack is I find at 23 1/2 inches its a little wider than I personally like although tough to beat for carrying a big duffel,tent,kitchen sink etc.... I am trying to lessen what I bring along and was hoping for similar dimensions to your DRZ 400E rack which will still allow for a small duffel on top of the fuel pack. You have put lots of thought into your products to allow for access to the bike keep up the great work!
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Thanks KT, for the support and the suggestion to make a smaller rack for the DR! I am going to make a prototype very soon and post some pics on here. I'll offer both the large and small racks for the DR650. I agree the DRZ-E's 16.5"w x 14"d is a handy size without being too wide. I made one today for a customer's DRZ-S. He wanted something a little bigger than my current "S" rack.
Thanks, Tom
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Plenty's been made of the changes in Philadelphia this year -- DeSean Jackson said the Eagles under Chip Kelly are running "100 miles per hour" and Brent Celek thinks Kelly's playcalling is going to "change the league."
What remains to be seen, though, is how the quarterback position works. Michael Vick is fully aware that the Eagles could bring someone in via the draft (hello, Geno Smith!) but he's still adamant that the Eagles are "my team."
"Yeah, I still feel like this is my team," Vick told ESPN's Sal Paolantonio on Wednesday after the second day of Eagles minicamp. "I'll feel that way until I don't feel it. Deep down in my heart I believe in myself, I believe in my abilities and I believe in what I can do. I know with the right team around me I can lead this football team because I've done it before and did it on many occasions.
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Associated Press reported on some of the comments made at R.A. Dickey's introductory press conference in Toronto on Tuesday afternoon. Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos made a disparaging remark against the Mets front office who he said didn't give the reigning Cy Young the respect he deserved. After going 20-6 with a 2.73 ERA and leading the NL with 230 strikeouts, Dickey was scheduled to earn $5.25 million next year with the Mets. The Mets first offer to him was only for $14 million over two years according to the report. The Mets later increased their offer to $20 million over two years and that's where it ended. "I even told him this when I met him, I didn't think he got the respect he deserved," Anthopoulos said. Anthopoulos said too many have overlooked Dickey's last three solid seasons. He even thinks Dickey can improve on his Cy Young season as he continues to work on mastering the knuckleball. Anthopoulos also called the trade expensive, but added that this was a b...
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If there's anything you must know about me and films, is that I am more likely to watch a boring and lousy film that is a period piece than any other kind of film. Because fuck reality, we all want to turn back time and take us back to an era where men (or at least the heroes in the films) didn't act like total dirtbags/douches/asses, were in touch with their feelings and professed their love for their leading women (or at least in the films), and the women wore huge skirts that cover their ass, wore corsets that shaped their waist (granted, it hurts, but Natalie Dormer said it shaped her waist beautifully!), and beautiful, beautiful dresses all around.
These eight films are some of my favorite films of all-time, and definitely my favorite period pieces. I think people may be disappointed with the number one film I've chosen because it's costumes and sets are not as lavish as some of the others on this list but having read up about the production of that said film, I happen to know that a lot of thought was put into creating and conceptualizing the costumes in the film. Also, it's my favorite film of all-time (tied with American Psycho).
HONORABLE MENTIONS: Gigi (1954), Atonement (2007), Little Women (1994), The Phantom of the Opera (2004), Memoirs of a Geisha (2005), Dangerous Liaisons (1993)
Mrs. Higgins: However did you learn good manners with my son around?
Eliza Doolittle: It was very difficult. I should never have known how ladies and gentlemen really behaved, if it hadn't been for Colonel Pickering. He always showed what he thought and felt about me as if I were something better than a common flower girl. You see, Mrs. Higgins, apart from the things one can pick up, the difference between a lady and a flower girl is not how she behaves, but how she is treated. I shall always be a common flower girl to Professor Higgins, because he always treats me like a common flower girl, and always will. But I know that I shall always be a lady to Colonel Pickering, because he always treats me like a lady, and always will.
Mrs. Higgins: However did you learn good manners with my son around?
Eliza Doolittle: It was very difficult. I should never have known how ladies and gentlemen really behaved, if it hadn't been for Colonel Pickering. He always showed what he thought and felt about me as if I were something better than a common flower girl. You see, Mrs. Higgins, apart from the things one can pick up, the difference between a lady and a flower girl is not how she behaves, but how she is treated. I shall always be a common flower girl to Professor Higgins, because he always treats me like a common flower girl, and always will. But I know that I shall always be a lady to Colonel Pickering, because he always treats me like a lady, and always will.
Setting: Edwardian London, England, 1912
Direction: George Cukor
Art Direction: Sir Cecil Beaton (Academy Award win)
Costume Design: Sir Cecil Beaton (Academy Award win)
Sir Cecil Beaton rightfully won his Oscar for his designs worn by my bb Audrey Hepburn and the cast of My Fair Lady. The entire ensemble of costumes worn by Audrey are splendid and delicious examples of 19th century haute couture. The entire film, in terms of set and costume designs, brilliantly captures the different classes in 19th Century British society. My Fair Lady may not one of my top 3 Audrey Hepburn films but I've always loved it since it was my first ever Audrey film. The film still has its influence on fashion today--- Ralph Lauren's Spring '08 collection was no doubt inspired by the film (Blake Lively's Serena Van der Woodsen wears one of the dresses from the collection in the season one finale)
Charles Grey: Is it always like this?
Bess Foster: Well, as they say, the Duke of Devonshire must be the only man in England not in love with his wife.
Setting: 18th Century England
Direction: Saul Dibb
Art Direction: Karen Wakefield, Michael Carlin (Academy Award nomination)
Costume Design: Michael O' Connor (Academy Award win)
A truly well-deserved win. It is interesting to note that Georgina, Duchess of Devonshire was friends with Marie Antoinette, who will be appearing (as portrayed by Kirsten Dunst) later in this spam and they were both Queen of Fashion back in their day. I have to admit, I personally think that the costumes in the film may trump even Marie Antoinette, and Keira Knightley works the full skirt and corset to perfection. You can't blame her for wanting to take on more period films.
Queen Victoria:I'm so sorry! I thought I was going to lose you!
Prince Albert: I don't think he was a very good shot.
Queen Victoria: Why did you do it? So stupid, why did you do it?
Prince Albert: I had two very good reasons. First, I am replaceable and you are not.
Queen Victoria: You are not replaceable to me!
Prince Albert: Second, you're the only wife I've got or ever will have. You are my whole existence, and I will love you until my very last breath.
Setting: Victorian England of course!
Direction: Jean-Mark Vallee
Art Direction: Paul Inglis
Costume Design: Sandy Powell (shoo-in nomination and win hello)
Every year (or every few years) there's always that one period film that takes my breath away (not counting war films like Inglourious Basterds and Glorious 39, I'm sure Glorious 39 will be brilliant) and this year it was hands down, The Young Victoria. I'm a sucker for period films obviously and I had to see this. Also for the romance between Albert and Victoria which let me tell you, is bloody brilliant. Emily Blunt and Rupert Friend's chemistry are off the charts in this and they are so sincere and committed in their roles. Moving back to the costumes and stylization, this film hit all the right marks. The dresses in this film were obviously wonderful but sometimes I got a little distracted by the scene-stealers that were the bonnets.
Katrina Van Tassel: I have shed my tears for Brom... and yet my heart is not broken. Do you think me wicked?
Ichabod Crane: No... but perhaps there is a little bit of witch in you, Katrina.
Katrina Van Tassel: Why do you say that?
Ichabod Crane: Because you have bewitched me.
(lol cheese)
Setting: Turn of the century (1799) New York City
Direction: Tim Burton
Art Direction: Rick Heinrichs, Peter Young (Academy Award win)
Costume Design: Colleen Atwood (Academy Award nomination)
Sleepy Hollow is easily one of my favorite Burton films because it's classic Burton. Watching the film is like exploring his mind. And most importantly, it's such a brilliant period horror film. If you've read up about the production of this film, the style of the film was influenced by classic horror films by Hammer Productions (The Curse of Frankenstein, Christopher Lee's Dracula). The film does a fantastic job---- or Rick Heinricks for that matter, does a brilliant job in turning a town asleep into a town asleep with nightmares. Don't even get me started about the costumes--- Collen Atwood is a genius, plain and simple. Along with Sleepy Hollow, she's also crafted the costumes in Sweeney Todd, Big Fish, A Series of Unfortunate Events and My Chemical Romance's The Black Parade costumes, so you can probably say she's a genius with Gothic style (she won the academy award for Chicago and Memoirs of a Geisha though).
Johnny's well-cut black suit, Christina's many costumes--- particularly the 2 striped dresses at the end of the film (the blue one during the chase scene and the one in which she arrives in New York in), and the amazing black and white dress which Miranda Richardson wears when she appears ~back from the dead~ in. Oh gosh. It's no wonder why this is one of my favorite films of all-time.
Ellen Olenska: I think we should look at reality, not dreams.
Newland Archer: I just want us to be together!
Ellen Olenska: I can't be your wife, Newland! Is it your idea that I should live with you as your mistress?
Newland Archer: I want... Somehow, I want to get away with you... and... and find a world where words like that don't exist!
Ellen Olenska: Oh, my dear - where is that country? Have you ever been there?
Setting: 1870s New York
Direction: Martin Scorsese
Art Direction: Speed Hopkins (Academy Award nomination)
Costume Design: Gabriella Pescucci (Academy Award win)
This film, set during the Gilded Age in the United States is masterfully directed by Martin Scorsese who successfully brings out the essence, style, and values of the gilded rich in early 20th century New York, where class, status and decorum were everything. The costumes worn by Michelle Pfeiffer and Winona Ryder are spectacular representations of the era, and the men's outfits are also stunning in their revival of the grace of men's clothing during that period. Michelle Pfeiffer, Winona Ryder, and Daniel Day-Lewis all cut striking figures in this film. This film, is perhaps, one of the most severely underrated period films--- and films of all-time. The Age of Innocence is one of my favorite novels and to see that the translation from book to film was so seamless and beautiful made me truly happy. To be honest, between The Aviator, Gangs of New York, and this, I really can't decide which is my favorite Scorsese film. (Because I know Scorsese has done some brilliant crime films, but my favorites will always be the period pieces)
The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.
Setting: Paris, 1899
Direction: Baz Luhrmann
Art Direction: Catherine Martin and Brigitte Broch (Academy Award win)
Costume Design: Catherine Martin (Academy Award win)
Moulin Rouge taught me about showmanship in film. Because this film was a brilliant and complete visual spectacle. Everything in this film strives for perfection--- the beautiful, beautiful costumes (oh gosh that red dress!), the breathtaking direction, the overall stylization of the film. Just everything. What else can I say? I could watch this film over and over again and never get sick of it. A well-deserved win for Catherine Martin and honestly, it should have gotten the Academy Award win for Best Picture, psh.
Interesting tidbit:
Kate Winslet, Charlize Theron, Renée Zellweger, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Uma Thurman, Sharleen Spiteri, Courtney Love (yeah right) , Hilary Swank, Drew Barrymore, Julia Roberts, Winona Ryder, Patricia Arquette, Naomi Watts, Gwen Stefani, Kate Beckinsale, and Catherine Zeta-Jones were all contenders for the part of Satine; Nicole Kidman received the role.
Heath Ledger, Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sam Worthington, Christian Bale, Justin Timberlake (lol ok) , Robbie Williams, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Scott Speedman, and Russell Crowe were all considered for the part of Christian; Ewan McGregor was chosen for the role.
Marie-Antoinette: This is ridiculous.
Comtesse de Noailles: This, Madame, is Versailles.
Setting: 18th Century Fance
Direction: Sofia Coppola
Art Direction: Pierre du Boisberranger
Costume Design: Milena Canonero (Academy Award win, DUH)
Sofia Coppola's direction breathes new life into what could have been a stuffy period piece (The Duchess and The Young Victoria very nearly veered into that direction) with this lively, vibrant take on France's most dazzling and tragic young Queen. The Academy Award win by Milena Canonero was a well deserved one, but it must be noted that Manolo Blahnik and Pompei made the shoes in the film, and Rochetti & Rochetti were in charge of the wigs--- those brilliant wigs! (Without those wigs, what would all these French nobility do?) This was a point in history where fashion had reached a point of ridiculous (but who cares). If you read up on French history--- or at least the costume bit, hairstyles were so elaborate entire scenes and landscapes were built into ladies' towering wigs (remember the ship in Kirsten's wig during her coronation/party) --- to the point where they had to stoop to enter a room (now this I would have loved to see!)
Mr. Darcy: You must know... surely, you must know it was all for you. You are too generous to trifle with me. I believe you spoke with my aunt last night, and it has taught me to hope as I'd scarcely allowed myself before. If your feelings are still what they were last April, tell me so at once. My affections and wishes have not changed, but one word from you will silence me forever. If, however, your feelings have changed, I will have to tell you: you have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love, I love, I love you. I never wish to be parted from you from this day on.
Setting: Late 18th Century, rural England
Direction: Joe Wright
Art Direction: Ian Bailie
Costume Design: Jacqueline Durran (Academy Award nominated)
I've watched the making of of this film like a billion times, and the Pride & Prejudice set diaries as well and this film is so very dear to me. Along with Little Women, Pride & Prejudice was one of those books about women that my mother wanted me to read as a child and Joe Wright has done so much justice to the novel, along with the rest of the cast and crew.
If you pay close attention to the film--- you'll notice a marked difference in Darcy's wardrobe especially, as the film progresses. At the start of the film he wears very buttoned up, dark colors, and as he progresses on and his character develops, his clothes become less stiff, looser and freer. This is what Jacqueline Durran wanted to do with the costumes in the film. Set the characters apart with their costumes. With Jane Bennet, she gave the lovely Rosamund Pike soft, pastel colors, and for Lizzy, the down-to-earth one, warm, earthy tones to wear.
And let's not forget some of the truly panaromic/breathtaking and downright beautiful/stunning/flawless shots by Joe Wright. Bah, everything in this film is perfect--- score, sets, cast, everything.
Rupert Friend and Keira Knightley both make 2 appearances in this list, hee!
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- Publication date: 28 January 2011
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act signed by President Obama in March 2010 is a landmark in U.S. social legislation. The new law extends health insurance to nearly all Americans, fulfilling a century-long quest and bringing the United States to parity with other industrial nations. Affordable Care aims to control rapidly rising health care costs and promises to make the United States more equal, reversing four decades of rising disparities between the very rich and everyone else. Millions of people of modest means will gain new benefits and protections from insurance company abuses - and the tab will be paid by privileged corporations and the very rich. How did such a bold reform effort pass in a polity wracked by partisan divisions and intense lobbying by special interests? What does Affordable Care mean - and what comes next? In Health Care Reform and American Politics: What Everyone Needs to Know, Lawrence R. Jacobs and Theda Skocpol-two of the nation's leading experts on politics and health care policy-provide a concise and accessible overview. They explain the political battles of 2009 and 2010, highlighting White House strategies, the deals Democrats cut with interest groups, and the impact of agitation by Tea Partiers and progressives. Jacobs and Skocpol spell out what the new law can do for everyday Americans, what it will cost, and who will pay. Above all, they explain what comes next, as critical yet often behind-the-scenes battles rage over implementing reform nationally and in the fifty states. Affordable Care might end up being weakened. But, like Social Security and Medicare, it could also gain strength and popularity as the majority of Americans learn what it can do for them.
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Lawrence R. Jacobs is the Walter F. and Joan Mondale Chair for Political Studies and Director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance in the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute and Department of Political Science at the University of Minnesota. Theda Skocpol is the Victor S. Thomas Professor of Government and Sociology at Harvard University, a member of the National Academy of Sciences, and past president of the American Political Science Association.
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Over the past two decades, Indian science has increasingly lost the battle to attract and retain some of the country's finest minds, to careers like engineering and finance. Now, away from the flashbulbs, stale speeches and largely rehashed policy documents unveiled at the Indian Science Congress in Kolkata earlier this week, the undergraduate programme that IISc Bangalore started in 2011 is trying to actually reverse this trend. And a year into the programme, the experiment that could shape the direction of India's science policy is showing its first results.
Other top colleges like St. Stephen's typically lose at least 10% of their pure science class after the first year of their BSc. (Hons) programme, as students drop out and join the IITs or other engineering schools. But of the 84 students who were carefully handpicked by IISc for its first batch in August 2011, only one student has dropped out after her first year. "That's a very positive sign," Professor Chandan Dasgupta, dean (undergraduate) at IISc, told HT. Launched by IISc in alliance with the department of science and technology (DST) in August 2011, the programme handpicks some of the country's brightest minds interested in science when they leave school.
The idea is to give them the best research environment available to undergraduate students in the country, a chance to see India's finest cutting-edge research at close quarters and work early with top scientists. It's a gamble based on the premise that many of these students - who may otherwise have switched careers away from science - will end up continuing with research. If the plan works, the DST hopes to replicate the model, by setting up multiple such elite schools to create a cadre of science and technology professionals that will allow India to compete with the world again. The nation of Satyendranath Bose, Jagdish Chandra Bose and Srinivasa Ramanujan is today 12th in the world in terms of the number of patents filed.
India - the world's second most populated country and boasting one of its fastest growing major economies - is only ninth in the world in terms of the number of full-time, trained science and technology professionals and in terms of investments in research and development. With 154,827 research professionals, India is behind not just global giants like the US and China (both have 1.42 million R&D professionals), and other developed countries like the UK and France, but even countries like Russia and Korea. The new Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) policy unveiled by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in Kolkata on Thursday recognizes this crisis, and declares a hunt to add 66% more trained research professionals to the country's research workforce. That hunt is on at IISc. In the physics laboratory specially designed for the undergraduate students, a blue toy car track winds up and down like a roller coaster ride in an entertainment park.
But the equipment that could excite even children unfamiliar with concepts of gravity and torque, is actually a fun new way for students to learn just what speed the toy car needs to travel at, to complete a vertical loop of the track. The undergraduate biology laboratory has state-of-the-art equipment that shames labs in several high-end government research institutions.
And unlike many traditional undergraduate science courses, the IISc programme offers lab experiments that are directly related to what students are studying ion theory classes at the time. "You won't find students studying gravity in theory in one week and in lab much later," Maigur Raghavendra, the faculty in-charge of the physics lab said. The programme offered by IISc is unique - it is the only four-year undergraduate science course in India.
All students study physics, chemistry, math and biology in their first three terms. This January, the first bath which has completed its first three terms, gets to specialize in a subject.
Students can pick between any of the four core subjects, materials sciences and environmental sciences.
The institute admits students to this programme through the IIT Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE), the All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE) and the Kishore Vaigyanik Pratishthan Yojana (KVPY). Only students ranked among the top 500 in the IIT-JEE and the AIEEE are eligible. The KVPY recognizes and awards bright young science minds while in school. "So far, all the faculty members are very happy with what they've seen," Dasgupta, the dean, said. "Some of the students are among the best our faculty has seen." The experiment hasn't been a smooth ride, and Dasgupta and his team have had to innovate and find solutions along the way. Despite the IISc brand - the institute regularly ranks as India's top science research institution - the institute's undergraduate programme has to compete with the IITs for bright young students. Vamsi Krishna, who has decided to major in biology, was clear he wanted to join the IISc programme, but needed to convince his parents. And in battling concerns among parents about the future prospects of their wards, Dasgupta ironically uses bait he hopes students eventually don't fall for.
He tells parents - correctly - that the IISc undergraduate students will find multiple job opportunities outside research too. "I want them to go into research," he said. "But to attract the best, I need them to know that they have multiple other options too." The challenge - and the stakes involved in this experiment - means that Dasgupta also needs to plan ahead. Years ahead. The IISc, he said, plans to make it mandatory for PhD scholars to work as teaching assistants for the undergraduate course. And once the first batch graduates in 2015, they will be tapped to serve as mentors to junior students. "The students can connect more easily with these PhD scholars and seniors than with us. Also, it will help enhance the research environment in which the students pursue their academics," Dasgupta said. The real test of the experiment will come when the time arrives for students like Krishna and Kamalnath to pick careers. But if the experiment works, India may yet have a realistic chance to use its unparalleled demographic potential to catch up with China and the west.


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This Fruit Juice Cooler is a fabulous blend of orange, grapefruit and lemon juices in mineral water. You can never expect to come across a tangier and healthier refreshment. Cruise through the summer with this Fruit Juice Cooler.
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WeŌĆÖll guess that Kevin Youkilis steps into the batterŌĆÖs box at Fenway Park around 7:13 Monday night ŌĆö three minutes after Red Sox pitcher Aaron Cook rocks back and issues the first offering of the game.
MIDDLETOWN ŌĆö The ever-elusive progress of tracking improvement in oneŌĆÖs golf game ŌĆ" itŌĆÖs actually not that difficult a chore for Cumberland native son Jamison Randall.
PAWTUCKET ŌĆö Carl Crawford has 142 million reasons to play for the Boston Red Sox in 2012.
The injured outfielder also has 142 millions reasons why he should shut himself down, undergo Tommy John surgery like he hinted at last weekend, and start planning for the future.
When Crawford does return to the BoSox, he will not be 100 percent. That hasnŌĆÖt stopped him from looking ahead to Monday, which is when the 30-year-old hopes to play in his first major-league game of what to date has been an empty vessel of a season.
PAWTUCKET ŌĆō Just because Ryan Kalish spent some time with the Boston Red Sox recently doesnŌĆÖt mean the outfielder is completely in the clear of the shoulder and neck injuries that whitewashed his 2011 season.
PAWTUCKET --- For Pineview manager Joe Clark, traveling with his Big League ballclub to Dover, Del. on the second weekend of each July has become almost an annual tradition.
That weekend is when the Eastern Regional Tournament gets under way, and in six of the last eight seasons, Pineview has ventured down Route 95 to represent Rhode Island.
PineviewŌĆÖs best finish during those six trips has been a pair of third-place finishes, the last one coming in 2010.
PAWTUCKET ŌĆō The Boston Red Sox will send OF Carl Crawford to Pawtucket for an injury rehab assignment beginning Thursday night when the PawSox host the Buffalo Bisons at 7:05 pm at McCoy Stadium.
PAWTUCKET ŌĆö Sunday marked the first time Bob Montgomery saw Ryan Lavarnway up close and in person. Studying the Pawtucket Red Sox catcher from the television booth in the press box located high above McCoy Stadium, Montgomery made good use of the monitor adjacent to him, particularly when tracking LavarnwayŌĆÖs mitt motion as he received the ball from the pitcher.
PAWTUCKET ŌĆō Clay Buchholz and Jacoby Ellsbury didnŌĆÖt gallop out of McCoy Stadium on white horses. Still, itŌĆÖs hard not to get all ŌĆ£wild, wild west,ŌĆØ sensing that the cavalry is heading toward Fenway Park ŌĆō and not a moment too soon.
WOONSOCKET ŌĆö Cumberland American All-Stars skipper Bruce Stanford knew he had a decent-hitting club, but nothing like this.
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PAWTUCKET ŌĆö Lacey Middlebrooks arrived in this city, fully expecting to see brother Will Middlebrooks hone his craft with the Pawtucket Red Sox while fulfilling her internship requirements with the Triple-A ball club.
Borrowing from an idiom, ŌĆ£The best-laid plans of mice and men oft go astray.ŌĆØ Yes, there is a Middlebrooks presently at McCoy Stadium, yet instead of someone making connections with fans seated behind the outfield fence, this particular Middlebrooks is building a rapport as a pre-game, on-field coordinator and press box contributor.
CUMBERLAND ŌĆō Add the ages of the second- and third-place finishers together and you would get 39, the age of the winner of the 44th edition of the Arnold Mills Road Race.
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His players more than obliged. Behind a stellar starting pitching performance by righty Joe Voccola, not to mention a pair of pinch-hit home runs, Lincoln posted a 6-4 triumph over East WoonsocketŌĆÖs best in a R.I. District IV Tournament Pool A playoff tilt.
For someone who has been swept up by the winds of change on more than one occasion, Billy Baron finds himself in no particular hurry to make a decision.
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|6 Ounce (1.5 Sticks)
|Whole chicken breasts
|Finely chopped parsley
|4 Tablespoon
|1⁄2 Teaspoon
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2.Pull skin from the chicken breasts; halve breasts and cut meat in one piece from bones. Place each half, boned side up, between waxed paper and pound very thin with a mallet or rolling pin to form a "cutlet." (Do not pound holes in meat.)
3. Place 1 piece very cold butter or margarine, 1 teaspoon parsley and a dash of the sugar on end of each cutlet; fold sides over to seal in butter, then roll up. Hold in place with wooden picks.
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Hogan and Punk heat
There is a little backstage heat going on right now between Hulk Hogan and CM Punk, and it has nothing to do with professional wrestling. The two have exchanged some words due to comments that Hogan made about the Chicago Blackhawks, the hockey team that Punk is fanatical about. The tension isn't really all that serious.
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WWE inducting Brutus Beefcake
Even though he is just as qualified as some of the performers that have already been inducted, do not expect to see Brutus Beefcake being thrown into the hall of fame by WWE any time soon. He has had quite a few controversial incidents over the years. Plus, the former Intercontinental Champion has backstage heat with Hulk Hogan. Considering the fact that the company wants to keep a business relationship with Hogan, the induction will not happen.
May 9, 2015
Vince McMahon lies to Steve Austin
Much has been discussed about the rumored backstage heat between Vince McMahon and Steve Austin as of late. We might know what initially started the friction between the two. Austin revealed in an interview with Sports Illustrated that WWE lied to him during his last appearance at Wrestlemania. He was promised that he would be the last to come out during his segment with Hulk Hogan, but they gave that honor to The Rock instead.
May 7, 2015
Hulk Hogan signature sold
In a very sad story, it has now been revealed that Brutus Beefcake has sunk so low in life that he has resorted to selling autographed photos of Hulk Hogan that have fake signatures. Hogan took to social media to warn fans that he was not the one that signed those. He also stated that he never gave Beefcake anything to sell. The two of them were once as close as brothers, but some backstage heat has gotten in between them since.
May 4, 2015
nWo vs DX
At Wrestlemania, fans finally got to witness the much anticipated showdown between two of the greatest stables of all time, the nWo and DX. While scripting the match and segment, many backstage felt that a lot of the alliances and logic did not make sense. Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall were longtime enemies of Sting. Plus, they are also real life friends with Shawn Michaels, Triple H and Sean Waltman. WWE went through with it anyways.
April 2, 2015
Randy Savage backstage
An interesting story in regard to the backstage habits of Randy Savage has surfaced. Hulk Hogan, Mean Gene Okerlund and Ted DiBiase have all revealed that Savage was extremely protective of Miss Elizabeth backstage. His jealousy was out of control at times. It got to the point where it made Savage a really difficult person for other WWE stars to work with. It is also said that this cause a lot of friction between he and Elizabeth.
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Hogan and DDP
A photo on Instagram of WWE star Hulk Hogan goofing around backstage and taking a selfie with Diamond Dallas Page.
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Hulk Hogan and Snoop Dogg
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A story is circulating in the community that when discharged from a hospital a Medicare patient cannot be readmitted to the hospital for the next 30 days. The story has spread like wildfire, hence a number of Medicare-age people and their families believe it and are quite concerned.
The story is not true. The Medicare patient would be admitted if only hours or days had gone by. The hospital is legally bound to readmit patients if needed. ...
The story is based on an erroneous understanding of the Affordable Care Act.