The party to whom a notice of hearing is directed must file with the Board an answer within fourteen (14) days after service of the notice of hearing. All allegations contained in the notice of hearing which are not specifically admitted are deemed denied.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 20-14-.12
O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-3-8, 43-3-20, 43-3-21, 43-3-22, 43-3-23, 43-3-24, 43-3-28.