Section R. 423.155 - AnswersRule 155.
(1) Each respondent may file with the commission a signed original and 4 copies of an answer to the complaint and attached charge within 10 days after receipt thereof, and at the same time shall serve a copy of the answer on each party. Upon good cause shown, the commission or administrative law judge designated by the commission may grant an extension of time in which to file the answer. Failure to file an answer shall not constitute an admission of any fact alleged in the charge, nor shall it constitute a waiver of the right to assert any defense.(2) The answer shall include a specific admission, denial, or explanation of each allegation of the complaint and attached charge, or if the respondent is without knowledge thereof, it shall so state and the statement shall operate as a denial. An admission or denial may be to all or any part of any allegation, but shall fairly meet the substance of the allegation. The answer shall include a specific, detailed statement of each affirmative defense.Mich. Admin. Code R. 423.155