-5- to a motion for summary judgment, the nonmoving party must do more than merely allege or deny facts. It must “set forth [in its response] specific facts showing that there is a genuine issue for trial. If the * * * [nonmoving] party does not so respond, then a decision, if appropriate, may be entered against such party.” Rule 121(d); accord Celotex Corp. v. Catrett, 477 U.S. 317, 324 (1986). Summary judgment may also be granted if evidence submitted by the nonmoving party is merely colorable or not significantly probative. Anderson v. Liberty Lobby, Inc., 477 U.S. 242, 249 (1986). Petitioners have failed to raise any genuine issue of material fact, and summary judgment is appropriate. Section 6331(a) provides that if a person who is liable to pay any tax refuses to pay such tax within 10 days after notice and demand for payment, the Secretary may collect such tax by levy on the person’s property. Section 6330 provides that the Commissioner cannot proceed with collection by levy until the person has been given notice and the opportunity for administrative review and, if dissatisfied, with judicial review of the administrative determination. Davis v. Commissioner, 115 T.C. 35, 37 (2000); Goza v. Commissioner, 114 T.C. 176, 179 (2000). The Court reviews nonliability administrative 4(...continued) summary judgment.Page: Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Next
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