Common law provides certainty because a court is bound to make the same decision in a case with a similar issue,despite any factual differences.

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When an earlier case may seem similar enough to the present case to constitute a precedent but the court deciding the present case nevertheless identifies a meaningful difference between the cases,the court distinguishes the earlier decision and is not bound by it under these circumstances.

Common Law Provides Certainty Because a Court Is Bound to Make