I agree, especially if you are in a situation where you have a lot to lose.
For me, I am not in a position to get into it with people because I can't afford to catch a felony. If I catch a felony, then I will put myself at risk to lose my job, my car and my house.
That isn't to say that I can't defend myself, but if I get into it with someone, it better be a self defense situation on my end.
My rule is that if I can't afford to hire a lawyer, then I need to call back.
People just need to take into account that their actions may affect their personal safety, their families safety along with their livelihood.