I work in Topeka (home base of Phelps). My old boss told me that many years ago (before they protested funerals and just had the standard sidewalk protests), a woman did plow into them. He said she got off with a slap on the wrist, claiming it was an accident.
Lately I’ve noticed that they have kids at the protests, holding signs...sort of human shields to prevent anybody from trying to hurt them. They are also rumored to be filming the protests continuously, itching to sue anyone who may harm them.
Not a rumor about the videographer, but true. HOWEVER, they do not sue counterprotestors. They sue the jurisdiction (city, county, whatever) for allowing the violation of their civil rights. Cities etc. have insurance to cover these suits and the ins. cos. settle rather than fight through the court system. It is how the WBC makes their money!!!