Dodger bought an insurance contract from Liberty Farm Co. Th…

Dodger bought an insurance contract from Liberty Farm Co. The policy contained a clause stating that all claims for losses had to be reported within 45 days after the date of the loss or the claim would be barred. Time is stated to be of the essence. Dodger sustained a covered farm loss, but did not report it to Liberty Farm until 50 days later. Liberty Farm denied coverage for the claim. If Dodger sues, who wins?

Tu-thumbs buys a used paint sprayer from the local paint sto…

Tu-thumbs buys a used paint sprayer from the local paint store. The sprayer had a large sign on it that said “AS IS.” The dealer made no promises or statements concerning the performance of the paint sprayer. When Tu-thumbs attempts to spray paint his house, the trigger on the sprayer sticks in the “on” position and before Tu-thumbs can pull the electrical cord to cut the power, paint is sprayed all over his prize Borzoi dog that is scheduled to be shown in a dog show the next day. Tu-thumbs sues the dealership. Who wins?