There are some people who will disrespect one and carry on doing it if there is no retaliation. This is called violence, bullying, harassment. Which is why Lord Buddha never said his lay followers must always avoid violence, in fact he did advice Kings to have armies and police personnel. To say violence must always be avoided (unless you are a monk, because they make vows on the Vinaya) is absurd.
I’m sad and disappointed I had to explain that. I expected better.