On that logic, you are a scammer too - the presumption of guilt in the absence of evidence. I find that quite a silly stance to take, and if that is how you view the world, it must be an unhappy place.
Is that the way the US justice system works perhaps - presumption of guilt in the absence of evidence? Hopefully not!
In the court of public opinion sadly this is exactly the way it works.
I would add that I've had several dealings with Patrick and he has always conducted himself professionally.
i will also say that I've had several dealings with Pirate and has so far conducted himself professionally as well, including paying back my personal BS&T account after his closing announcement. I still have another account with him and it remains to be seen if that is re-paid.