Define the concepts of applying and distinguishing a case. When Lord Denning considered the case of Limpus v London General Omnibus Co did he apply it or distinguish it? Demonstrate how you know. What does the term ratio decidendi mean? Can you identify the ratio decidendi of this case. Explain how you identified it. This case was an action in negligence. Compare the differences between negligence and crime. Consider the categorisation of laws and how negligence and criminal trials are run at court. This case was heard without a jury. Explain when a jury is used to hear cases and why a jury is not used for negligence cases