I was hit by a motorist on purpose, with witnesses. The bike was totaled, but it was no real loss since it was my town-beater. The cop who responded was absolutely indifferent to the assault. He said his job was just to make sure insurance and I. D. information was exchanged and that the assault was not his problem, especially since I was able to stick the landing after I flew over the car and thus did not require any medical attention.
With consequences like that, is it any wonder that the worst among us don't see any need to change their driving behavior? (Fortunately, such people are nearly as rare as hen's teeth.)