The Trustee and the Mets had worked something out and the Court was prepared to dismiss the interpleader, but the IRS wanted there to be summary judgment based on sovereign immunity.
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The Mets have initiated the interpleader in order to ensure that the disputed deferred compensation funds are given to those that are properly entitled to it and to ensure that they are protected from further liability.
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