The only problem I have with the expired warrany issue is the damage caused by a known defective component. It is one thing not to cover a compressor that has exceeded the 7 year warranty, but if the (so called) defective compressor caused debris to circulate in the system and require replacement of other components such as the condensor.... plus the labor to discharge/recharge and flush, I don't feel that is right.
All the OEM compressors on my vehicles newer than 1990 lasted well over 12 years (the 96 mini still has the OEM). The failures on the older cars were just seal leaks and no condenser replacement or flushing was required (i.e. no contamination - simple R&R, vacuum, drier, and oil).
Of course we don't know at this time if there is debris in the OP's system, but it will still need to be checked. Hopefully, if the problem just started it can be corrected before the damage begins.
Perhaps my expectations are too high.

. But typically I have a problem with changing a design that was originally perfected, obtained high quality, lasted 10++ years, only to be replaced by a product that is inferior and fails prematurely. That is what I call being blind sided. It hurts the consumer and the manufacturer's reputation.
I'll step off the soap box now.
