Wendy Murphy : New law dramatically reduces alimony for nonworking ex - wives . If she finished medical school , for example , then stayed home to raise children and care for her family , a judge should be able to take into account this lost opportunity and income . She says strict rules govern alimony amounts , however , instead of circumstances . Lifetime alimony unfair , but very rare , she says . Changing all the law is overkill . Murphy : Women who have no ability to work will find themselves with no income at all .
Wendy Murphy : New law dramatically reduces alimony for nonworking ex - wives . She says strict rules govern alimony amounts , however , instead of circumstances . Lifetime alimony unfair , but very rare , she says . Changing all the law is overkill . Murphy : Women who have no ability to work will find themselves with no income at all .