“No, I Didn’t Sue My Parents for Being Born”: The Truth Behind the Viral TikTok Controversy

Could you sue your parents for bringing you into this world without your permission? If this question makes you scratch your head, you’re not alone. But believe it or not, it’s caused a viral stir, inspired legal curiosity, and even prompted a TikTok storm that left thousands both amused and bewildered. Let’s unravel the real story behind the so-called “TikTok lawsuit” and see why this topic is more than internet fluff—but also stranger than fiction.

When Being Born Becomes a Legal Matter

The idea of suing one’s parents for being born without consent seems straight out of an absurdist play. But in France, the issue of the ‘harm of being born’ has actually made its way to the highest courts. The so-called Perruche case, named after the plaintiff Nicolas Perruche, saw tragic circumstances: Nicolas was born with severe disabilities after his mother contracted a serious illness during pregnancy. Due to a lack of adequate medical information, she had missed the opportunity to be warned of the risks or to consider terminating the pregnancy.

This led to a landmark decision in November 2000 by France’s Cour de cassation. The fallout was seismic—not only in courtrooms but across French society—and culminated in the adoption of Article L. 114-5 of the French Public Health Code. The result? The law now states, “No one can claim a loss solely for having been born.” Philosophical musings aside, this put a legal stopper on such cases in France—but not necessarily elsewhere.

International Oddities: When Kids Sue Their Parents

While French courts have closed that particular can of existential worms, other countries haven’t always been so absolute. Yes: elsewhere in the world, children have indeed tried to take their parents to court over the monumental decision of… giving them life. Sounds bizarre? That’s because it is. After all, how could a child ever consent to being born? It’s a logical stalemate to rival any paradox. But the world never ceases to surprise.

Take 2019: in India, a young man described himself as “anti-natalist”—firmly against being born—and sued his parents for creating him without his agreement. His argument rested on the impossibility of consent, turning legal logic upside down. While eye-watering in its philosophical daring, it made its way to the headlines, if not to lasting legal precedent.

The Kass Theaz TikTok Fiasco

Flash forward to the U.S., where social media, rather than the courts, became the battleground for the next great existential dispute. Kass Theaz, a TikTok creator, recently set the internet ablaze by complaining on her account about having been brought into the world against her wishes. “I didn’t consent to being here,” she declared, prompting debate, laughter, and a cascade of slightly panicked Google searches.

Unlike the Indian case, Kass’s motives were less about philosophical principles and more about the daily grind. She lamented, “I didn’t know I’d have to grow up and get a job to make a living. They didn’t even try to contact me before birth to make sure I wanted to be here.” The internet’s reaction? Mostly confusion, with many left scratching their heads at her argument.

That bafflement hit new heights when the public discovered Kass herself had children. If she objected so strongly to being born, why did she have her own kids? She defended herself by clarifying: “I know I’ve said it’s unethical to have children, but it’s different when you adopt. It’s not my fault they’re here. I’m just trying to be a good person and help them.” The logical gymnastics would make any philosophy professor proud.

One Viral Joke, Millions Fooled

Here’s the twist: unlike in India, Kass Theaz never actually sued her parents. Her TikTok tirade was pure satire—she revealed this not in her video, but in an interview with the New York Post on May 25. “I thought it was obvious I was joking,” she explained. Turns out, the internet can be a very literal place. Even Kass was shocked by how seriously people took her online outburst, remarking, “I find it funny, though. People get angry about anything. It just shows how little research people do before reacting.”

• In France, the law forbids claiming harm solely because of being born.
• In India, someone took anti-natalist philosophy to court—seriously.
• In the U.S., a TikTok joke convinced many that another lawsuit was underway.

Strange as some legal claims may seem, real precedents exist. Sometimes, the line between legal novelty and pure satire gets hilariously blurred.

So next time you see a wild lawsuit trending online, take a deep breath, do a little fact-checking, and remember: sometimes a TikTok is just a TikTok. And if you ever feel like suing your parents for your mere existence, maybe give them a call instead—you just might make their day!