A Columbus home health aide, Raquana Drumwright, was ordered to repay the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation over $21,000 after pleading guilty to fraud charges, the agency has confirmed. Drumwright, 36, reached a deal with prosecutors and was convicted on October 8 for working while she claimed disability benefits from BWC, a violation that BWC's Special Investigations Department uncovered. The Franklin County court confirmed that Drumwright has repaid the sum of $21,535.80 in full, which will be returned to the state insurance fund, in keeping with the agency's efforts to protect the honest distribution of workers' compensation.
According to the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Drumwright was caught by the SID engaged with not just one but two separate employers, all while she was on the BWC's dime. This decision comes at a time when the SID actively prosecutes such fraudulent cases to preserve the integrity of the State Insurance Fund, ensuring it's available for workers who truly require support. This hard stance against fraud reflects SID's commitment to maintaining a just system for Ohio's workforce.
For individuals interested in delving deeper into the Bureau's operations and its impact on workers and employers in Ohio, further details and updates are accessible via the BWC's official website, located at bwc.ohio.gov, which offers comprehensive information, resources, and news regarding the organization's ongoing endeavors to serve and protect Ohio's labor force.
