Pike probably did about the same thing here as he did on that last deal he lost 9 million dollars on. Absolutely nothing more than you could do.
Since Moskowitz is a con man liar, talking to him would be a huge mistake unless you enjoy getting scammed
Pike probably spoke with m and m, their lawyers and other experts before doing anything...
We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth... For my part, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst; and to provide for it. --Patrick Henry, Patriot and Hero of the American Revolution