Often for a rule statement to be effective, the rule statement must synthesize a principle from the body of case law which is relevant to the issue at hand.13 Many legal research and writing professors agree that legal synthesis is the âbackbone of basic legal analysisâ14 and one of the vital skills necessary to be a successful lawyer.15
Purpura occurs when small blood vessels burst, causing blood to pool under the skin. This can create purple spots on the skin that range in size from small dots to large patches. Purpura spots are generally benign, but may indicate a more serious medical condition, such as a blood clotting disorder.
Taxicab drivers are prone to getting Bateman's purpura on the arm that is on the window side of their cabs. Back in the 1970's and 1980's I used to think Bateman's purpura was due to ageing and taking blood thinners to prevent stroke and heart attack.