- 4 - Commissioner, supra at 177 (1956); cf. Adams v. Commissioner, 85 T.C. 359, 375 (1985) (less stringent standard to modify or set aside settlement stipulation when a trial is not canceled as a result of the stipulation). Petitioner makes no allegations that the decision proffered by respondent is not in accordance with the stipulation. The stipulation, which is clear on its face, speaks for itself and shows that the parties agreed to resolve this case in the manner therein set out. The stipulation, voluntarily entered into, must be given binding effect. The parties struck a bargain in the stipulation, and petitioner must live with the benefits and burdens of it. See Summers v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 1996-17. We hold that on the material before us, there is no reason to delay entry of a decision, reflecting the stipulation. To reflect the foregoing, An appropriate order will be issued granting respondent's motion for entry of decision and decision will be entered in accordance therewith.Page: Previous 1 2 3 4
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