Procedural Violation... Should I still respond to the grievances?

[celta353]

I was brought up on charges of neglect of duty from my employer. They said I have 24 hrs to respond to the charges. The letter said failure to respond will be an admission of guilt. However, my contract says I have 48 hrs. Should I still respond to the grievances, or should I be silent since they have already violated the contract with improper procedures. It has been 34 hrs since I received the letter. Moreover, my manager is requesting me to submit evidence that my supervisor told me before I did not have to submit.

[Friend In Court]

Reference back to the contract stating 48 hours and also request any evidence they may have of neglect of duty. Although this is an administrative, internal proceeding, fundamental fairness if not due process mandates you be fully informed of the charges and from whence they arose. Without these your hands are somewhat tied making an adequate defence.