When tragedy strikes, the internet rallies. GoFundMe pages pop up within hours, fueled by grief, solidarity, and the urge to help. These campaigns can raise thousands, sometimes millions, faster than any formal process can catch up. But behind the warm glow of community generosity, there’s a new player paying very close attention: state courts.
Judges, attorneys, and even law enforcement are increasingly monitoring these digital fundraisers for signs of fraud, disputes over funds, and questions about who gets the money.
