We expect a judicial system to allocate punishments in accordance with degree of guilt, not in accordance with the expected value to society of the consequences in each case; and the fact that both methods constitute forms of impartial decision-making does not imply that they are equally morally acceptable.
The development of decision aids that present evidence and information about all treatment options, including conservative management, in an impartial way may help support staff in promoting informed decision making.
That body shall be an impartial authority which is, in organisational, functional, hierarchical and decision making terms, legally distinct and independent from any other public or private entity.
That body shall be an impartial authority which is, in organisational, functional, hierarchical and decision making terms, legally distinct, transparent and independent from any other public or private entity.
What impresses the public in these matters is transparent and impartial decision-making based on wide consultation.
"The findings in this case," Microsoft stated, "are not the product of even one level of impartial decision-making".
Nevertheless, restoring trust in the court's impartial decision-making remains vital for justices embarking on a new season of tough calls.
If Mr. Holder decided to appoint a special counsel, the Justice Department regulation says that the person be "a lawyer with a reputation for integrity and impartial decision-making, and with appropriate experience to ensure both that the investigation will be conducted ably, expeditiously and thoroughly".
Students of intellectual history will find this a very strange account of empathy, which has often been regarded as not at odds with impartial decision-making, but essential to it.
