In one episode of
Ally Mcbeal, some kid who really got the shaft in life decided to sue God. I always thought it was far-fetched and something that only happens on television, until I saw this case over at the
Volokh Conspiracy:
UNITED STATES ex rel. Gerald MAYO
v.
SATAN AND HIS STAFF
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Plaintiff, alleging jurisdiction under 18 U.S.C. § 241, 28 U.S.C. § 1343, and 42 U.S.C. § 1983 prays for leave to proceed in forma pauperis. He alleges that Satan has on numerous occasions caused plaintiff misery and unwarranted threats, against the will of the plaintiff, that Satan has placed deliberate obstacles in plaintiff's path and has caused plaintiff's downfall.
Plaintiff alleges that by reason of these acts Satan has deprived him of his constitutional rights.
