Earth is the only place that we know for certain supports life. Many claims have been made by observers who thought they saw evidence of life on Mars, but we now know they were tricked by the very difficult measurements.
120 Thus, a hearing on a motion for summary judgment may be set as early as the twenty-first day after the motion is served, or the twenty-fourth day if the motion is served by mail. 121 The twenty-one day requirement is strictly construed by the courts and should be carefully followed.
Other parties have the chance to file and serve a written response to the motion. There is a specific deadline for filing and serving a written response, usually fourteen (14) days prior to a hearing. The response may agree with or oppose the action requested. If the response opposes the action requested, it must contain the reasons for opposing the motion and must include supporting evidence.