Go fund me litigation – Does it have an impact?

Crowd funding via the pooling of funds to initiate and maintain class actions has never been easier.

Growth in technological advancement, beginning around the early 2000s, has provided the capability for online platforms to be used to finance projects. Relevantly, these technological advancements have led to efficiencies in processes (business or otherwise) like never before.

The ease with which information can be delivered to numerous people instantly has also provided improved access (via online platforms) to potential Group Members of class action litigation, as well as potential alternative litigation funders. Improved information flow also provides power to numerous people who may otherwise perceive themselves as a minority.