Generally speaking . If the overpass only has two lanes with no shoulder then yes prohibited. If there is a marked shoulder or three lanes then OK.
Usually there are road signs.
Two lanes below.
https://goo.gl/maps/duLYYWij62tN2Lsa6
Guys in the workplace use all kinds of banter to establish dominance. Like calling everyone - "son" or "young man"
Did the guy with the nose complain? Or are you being offended on his behalf.