Here's some advice for all people dealing with any form of bullying or confrontation.

1. If the other person hurts you, it gives you the high ground. Do not settle it yourself.
2. Do not directly or indirectly physically or verbally attack an opponent.
3. You gain an advantage under any civilized authority if you let an attack lie.
4. A sweet answer turns away wrath, remember this and use it often.
5. Do not backstab. It's the sneakiest, most effictive, most frowned upon strategy.
6. Confront a bully face-to-face, stand up to him.
7. Do not attack a bully, instead merely tell him that you are changing your ways and he will no longer rule you.
8. This works best in the specific context of being under a civilized authority. If the bully knows his stuff, and isn't just insecure, it can turn back on you.
9. A bully is insecure, try to help him out of his troubles so he no longer hurts you or others. Do not imply there is anything wrong with him, however.
10. Always help others if they are harassed, but do not retailate beyond necessary due measure to end the conflict.