1. Edison was the owner of a large vacant lot in Kansas City. She hired Simpson, who had extensive experience in both real property management and sales, to sell the lot for $420,000 in return for a commission of 5%.After a great of effort, Simpson entered into negotiation with Dennison, a land developer, who was willing to pay up to $500,000 for the lot.During the negotiation, Dennison promised to pay Simpson $25,000 if he could make the purchase for $420,000.Simpson was able to sell the lot for that price.Does Simpson have the right to the 5% commission payment and the $25,000 payment from Dennison?
2. Jordash agreed to work for Mississippi Grain and Feed Company as a salesman starting on May 1 until November 30. He received a small salary and a generous commission on each sale.On October 1, Jordash concluded negotiations with Beauregard Hanson that would have given Jordash a six figure commission.Later that day, Mississippi Grain and Feed Company fired Jordash.Does Jordash have the right to conclude this deal?
3. Donaldson was an employee of the Southern Atlantic Power Company. His job consisted of turning the power off of customers who were four months behind in their payments.Donaldson was instructed to cut the power to Georgette School of Beauty even though Georgette, the owner, protested that she was current in her payment to the power company. As a result of the discontinuation of the power, Georgette was unable to hold her famous hair demonstration and lost the opportunity to make $76,000.She sued Donaldson, won, and was paid by Donaldson.Donaldson is now suing the power company.Will he receive reimbursement from the company?