Should a spouse have to pay alimony if his or her ex changes gender? A Florida man arguest that he shouldn’t. This week, Lisa Angel, Board Certified Family Law Specialist, and Scott Allen, head of litigation for Rosen Law Firm get to the bottom of trans-gender alimony claims, as well as covering the latest in California’s decision to recognize same-sex unions and the challenges these couples may face should they decide to divorce.

Also covered is the tragic murder/suicide of a Welsh divorcee and his children on Father’s day, the factors contributing to an increase in the divorce rate of military personel, and the link between animal abuse and domestic violence.

This week’s featured site is Smashing Katie, which bills itself as a ‘perfectly cheeky break-up boutique’ selling humorous products relating to divorce. Why worry about alimony when you can relax with some scented candles or get revenge with a voodoo doll of your ex?

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