Disarming the men seems to be highly effective, as the makeshift weapons they're holding get set to the ground. No one seems to be rushing for them, given how well Harley fights.

"Get out of our way! He deserves it!" One of the men points at the person on the ground. "He's the reason our business tanked int he Nexus and it's about time he pays up!" It doesn't seem like disarming these guys has quelled their anger in the slightest.