A _______________________________ is a method of disposing of an action without further proceedings. Under the
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and the rules of civil procedure of many
states, a party against whom a claim, counterclaim or cross-claim is asserted,
or against whom a declaratory judgment is sought, may file a motion for summary
judgment seeking judgment in her favor if there is no genuine issue as to
any material fact.
Select one of the following: