1. Adverse Possession

Twenty-two years ago, Lorenz was a wanderer. At that time, he decided to settle down on an unoccupied, three-acre parcel of land that he did not own. People in the area told him that they had no idea who owned the property. Lorenz built a house on the land, got married, and raised three children while living there. He fenced in the land, installed a gate with a sign above it that read "Lorenz's Homestead," and removed trespassers. Lorenz is now confronted by Joe Reese, who has a deed in his name as owner of the property. Reese, claiming ownership of the land, orders Lorenz and his family off the property. Applying the IRAC method, discuss who has the better "title" to the property.

2. Landlord/Tenant Issues

Sarah rented a house from Frank.The house is only 2 years old, but the roof leaks when it rains. The water that has accumulated in the attic has caused stucco to fall of ceilings in the upstairs bedrooms, and one ceiling has started to sag.Sara complained to Frank and asked him to have the roof repaired.Frank says that he has caulked the roof, but it still leaks.Frank claims that because Sarah has sole control of the leased premises, she has the duty to repair the roof.Sarah insists that it is Frank's responsibility.Applying the IRAC method, discuss whether Frank's claim is correct.