Supernatural things are, by their very nature, outside of the realm of the everyday world. Some people believe in them, some do not. Most of the time, disputes about ghosts or spirits are something that happens over the dinner table or in the pub, but sometimes, they get dragged into serious matters. Throughout history, there have been a number of cases where courts have been forced to rule on issues relating to ghosts, gods, and generally dubious beings.Here are ten lawsuits where the supernatural was put on trial.
The Case of the Haunted House: A homeowner sues a ghost for property damage and emotional distress caused by its paranormal activities.
The Vampire's Tax Dispute: A vampire challenges the government's decision to tax blood consumption, arguing that it is a necessary part of their existence.
The Werewolf's Noise Complaint: A werewolf accuses their neighbor, a banshee, of disturbing the peace with their constant wailing.
The Fairy's Stolen Treasure: A fairy takes a human to court for stealing their enchanted treasure, claiming it has caused them significant financial and emotional harm.
The Zombie's Employment Discrimination: A zombie files a lawsuit against a company that refuses to hire them based on their undead status, claiming discrimination.
The Witch's Spell Gone Wrong: A witch sues another witch for casting a spell that accidentally turned them into a toad, seeking compensation for the inconvenience and the cost of reversing the spell.
The Gargoyle's Public Nuisance: A gargoyle is taken to court by a city council for causing damage to public property and scaring residents with its menacing appearance.
The Alien Abduction Lawsuit: A person claims to have been abducted by extraterrestrial beings and sues the government for failing to protect them from the experience.
The Mermaid's Environmental Lawsuit: A mermaid takes legal action against a corporation for polluting the ocean, arguing that it has harmed their habitat and livelihood.
The Genie's Breach of Contract: A person sues a genie for not fulfilling their wishes as promised, alleging a breach of contract and seeking compensation for their unmet desires.