There have always been and will always be people that mean to take advantage...
There are more of us now - so it is so much more important for one to check out the reputation and creditials of the people we choose...
How many times do we receive the advice to have a meeting to just talk to your doctor and ask specific questions about style and fees, and etc. Or how many times have we been told we should ask to see someones license for an electrician or plumber (not all places license). Or how many times have we've been told to check the better business bureau...
Sorry I'm going on and on about this. I do agree that there are many people who are not fit for the job they are doing. i just believe that it has always been that way - think about all those stupid potions that were being sold to do just about anything you wanted them to...

I'm off now...