The court awarded me alimony that will run until I remarry, cohabitate with another man or die. My husband is now making quite a bit more money than he did when we divorced. The answer to your question may depend on how your divorce decree is worded. In Ohio, there can be no modification of alimony unless the divorce decree contains specific provisions authorizing the court to change the amount or terms of the alimony award. Under Ohio law, you can t bring a motion to change the amount of alimony unless your divorce decree specifically allows for it.
Laws regarding alimony vary substantially from state to state.
It s important to talk with a qualified divorce lawyer in your local community to get advice about your specific situation. I received alimony from my ex-husband for two years. He was required to pay for seven years. I d been involved with someone and my ex took me back to court to have the alimony terminated because of cohabitation. I m no longer seeing this man and I need the alimony to get back on my feet.