The most common types of sexual harassment include hostile environment sexual harassment and quid pro quo sexual harassment. Hostile environment sexual harassment is when the harasser creates a hostile environment for the victim and may include posting negative comments where others can see them, openly calling the victim derogatory sexual names, etc. Quid pro quo sexual harassment occurs when the victim is offered benefits in exchange for sexual favors. Both types of sexual harassment are illegal as defined in the Civil Rights Act of 1963. For anyone who feels that they have experienced sexual harassment (regardless of type), a sexual harassment attorney can be a very valuable resource. He or she can explain whether or not the behavior was illegal and what should be done about it.