Sentence examples for decision on behalf of from inspiring English sources

In the experience of the panel members, substitute decision makers often find this task to be a heavy burden, and struggle with the responsibility attached to making a potentially life-altering (and often life-ending) decision on behalf of their loved ones.

Under such conditions the groups may benefit greatly from having a hierarchical structure in place in which one or few individuals, the leaders, make a decision on behalf of the entire group.

But reluctantly we have taken this difficult decision on behalf of our customers".

But look at their clout: Every actual voter was making a decision on behalf of nine people.

The prime minister's spokeswoman said that Patrick McLoughlin, the transport secretary, would make a decision on behalf of the government.

Our thoughts are with those who must make such a critical decision on behalf of millions around the world.

Kennedy misleadingly and maliciously asserted that Alito had never written a decision on behalf of an African-American.

Li & Fung and other sourcing companies have also balked, saying they cannot make that decision on behalf of their clients, the retailers.

The "15-Minute Test" is a helpful guide for those who have to make end-of-life decisions on behalf of their loved ones.

But parents already make medical decisions on behalf of their children, even unborn ones.

The possibility that a family member, even one not appointed by a judge as a legal representative, may make decisions on behalf of the patient needs careful consideration.