Wendy Murphy : New law dramatically changes alimony for nonworking ex-spouses . She says strict rules determine alimony amounts , duration , instead of circumstances . The more years you log , the bigger your pension , and if you make it to certain cut-off periods , you get a larger sum . Lifetime alimony unfair , but very rare , she says . Comment: Murphy : Women who have no ability to work could find themselves with no income at all .
Wendy Murphy : New law dramatically changes alimony for nonworking ex-spouses . She says strict rules determine alimony amounts , duration , instead of circumstances . Lifetime alimony unfair , but very rare , she says . Comment: Murphy : Women who have no ability to work could find themselves with no income at all .