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Hang in there, I know this sucks.Date: 6/19/2009 9:23:55 AM
Author: jmiranda
It is an extremly difficult situation for me right now. This place was recommended by friends but they are on my side about getting my money back. I really don't have time to reset it but I hope my GF will be accepting as I have sacrificed a lot of things to save up money just to buy this thing. As for the person who asked what jeweler it was. The name of the place is Mona Clara Jewelers and they are located in North York. I am going to try to take it to an appraiser today to get the stones checked out. Thanks everyone for the sympathy, it at least made me feel like I have someone on my side in this situation.![]()
You did the right thing, and thats so shady. I would go and find anyway you could let people know about this. Don't let other people get ripped off by that shady jeweler.Date: 6/19/2009 2:05:21 PM
Author: jmiranda
So I just went in and he still refuses to do anything about it. I just filed a complaint with the BBB and have sent a message to JVC to see if they could help me out here in Canada. He would'nt even provide me with a reciept because it was a cash deal. The only reason I went with a cash deal was because I did'nt want to put it on my credit card becasue my girlfriend has access to my account and would find out about it. Boy was that a mistake. I wish I could go there everyday and inform other people of what has happened but I live about 40 minutes away and it would be more of a hassle for me. I hope the BBB resolves this. If not, I am taking this to court. Thanks for the support and encouragement. I will update you guys on what happens.![]()
hmm. he can probably get in crap too for giving you a cash deal sans taxes... that is illegal.Date: 6/19/2009 2:05:21 PM
Author: jmiranda
So I just went in and he still refuses to do anything about it. I just filed a complaint with the BBB and have sent a message to JVC to see if they could help me out here in Canada. He would''nt even provide me with a reciept because it was a cash deal. The only reason I went with a cash deal was because I did''nt want to put it on my credit card becasue my girlfriend has access to my account and would find out about it. Boy was that a mistake. I wish I could go there everyday and inform other people of what has happened but I live about 40 minutes away and it would be more of a hassle for me. I hope the BBB resolves this. If not, I am taking this to court. Thanks for the support and encouragement. I will update you guys on what happens.![]()
Yup. He can. Report him for it to the NY attorney general''s office for sales tax evasion.Date: 6/19/2009 3:40:52 PM
Author: ilovethiswebsite
hmm. he can probably get in crap too for giving you a cash deal sans taxes... that is illegal.Date: 6/19/2009 2:05:21 PM
Author: jmiranda
So I just went in and he still refuses to do anything about it. I just filed a complaint with the BBB and have sent a message to JVC to see if they could help me out here in Canada. He would''nt even provide me with a reciept because it was a cash deal. The only reason I went with a cash deal was because I did''nt want to put it on my credit card becasue my girlfriend has access to my account and would find out about it. Boy was that a mistake. I wish I could go there everyday and inform other people of what has happened but I live about 40 minutes away and it would be more of a hassle for me. I hope the BBB resolves this. If not, I am taking this to court. Thanks for the support and encouragement. I will update you guys on what happens.![]()
Date: 6/20/2009 2:11:37 AM
Author: Gypsy
Yup. He can. Report him for it to the NY attorney general''s office for sales tax evasion.Date: 6/19/2009 3:40:52 PM
Author: ilovethiswebsite
Date: 6/19/2009 2:05:21 PM
Author: jmiranda
So I just went in and he still refuses to do anything about it. I just filed a complaint with the BBB and have sent a message to JVC to see if they could help me out here in Canada. He would''nt even provide me with a reciept because it was a cash deal. The only reason I went with a cash deal was because I did''nt want to put it on my credit card becasue my girlfriend has access to my account and would find out about it. Boy was that a mistake. I wish I could go there everyday and inform other people of what has happened but I live about 40 minutes away and it would be more of a hassle for me. I hope the BBB resolves this. If not, I am taking this to court. Thanks for the support and encouragement. I will update you guys on what happens.![]()
hmm. he can probably get in crap too for giving you a cash deal sans taxes... that is illegal.
Did you tell him that? Might change his tune.Date: 6/19/2009 2:05:21 PM
Author: jmiranda
So I just went in and he still refuses to do anything about it. I just filed a complaint with the BBB and have sent a message to JVC to see if they could help me out here in Canada. He would''nt even provide me with a reciept because it was a cash deal. The only reason I went with a cash deal was because I did''nt want to put it on my credit card becasue my girlfriend has access to my account and would find out about it. Boy was that a mistake. I wish I could go there everyday and inform other people of what has happened but I live about 40 minutes away and it would be more of a hassle for me. I hope the BBB resolves this. If not, I am taking this to court. Thanks for the support and encouragement. I will update you guys on what happens.![]()
that is a good idea....Date: 6/21/2009 9:15:03 AM
Author: Maplecustom
This is my first post! YAY!This situation concerns me though. Honestly if you cannot get out there everyday to picket or tell prospective customers of your situation, what I would suggest is that you type your story/situation out and create flyers. That way you can go there when you have time, hand them out to anyone going in or coming out of that jewelers store, and even post your flyers around the area and in nearby shopping centers. I would even recommend writing to your local paper or a paper local to the jewelers and let them know of your situation. Maybe they would be interested in a buyer beware article to stir up some dirt and give them a good review piece. If you are persisitent, and it seems you are, then I do not see why some negative attention to the jeweler would not help him to change his mind. Especially if the local papers are interested, they would probably want an interview and names, but anything to help you out would be great. Good luck in your situation. Please update us because you have all of our support and we would like to see you come out on top.![]()
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Date: 6/20/2009 8:55:33 AM
Author: I definately have a lot of evidence to get him. I told him I am even willing to go and picket outside his store and he doe''snt seem to care. If all else fails that is exactly what I am going to do. I am so stressed out right now about this whole situation, I can''t even sleep properly. It annoys me how he can have absolutely no pride in his work. I will get to the bottom of this anyway I can.![]()
Good!Date: 6/23/2009 1:58:18 PM
Author: jmiranda
Just an update. I proposed on Sunday and gave her the ring I made. She loved the thought that I put into the actual proposal and it was a total surprise to her. During dinner, I explained to her the situation with the ring and she did''nt really care how the ring looked for now and was more appretiative of all the work I put into designing it. We will be dealing with this situation together as a couple now and whatever the outcome, we are not going to let it bother us too much and enjoy our engagement. I took the ring to Harold Weinstein for an appraisal and I requested a report stating the craftsmanship involved. They said that the small bezels cover more of the diamonds than are actually needed and verbally told me that the finish is not that great at all. The BBB has filed the complaint I put in and I will be hearing from them in a week or two depending on how co-operative the jeweler is. I will update everyone here on the situation when I get the chance. Thanks again to everone here for the support.![]()
thats great congratulations to you both and I hope this gets resolved quickly and she gets the ring of her dreams!Date: 6/23/2009 3:30:31 PM
Author: Ellen
Good!Date: 6/23/2009 1:58:18 PM
Author: jmiranda
Just an update. I proposed on Sunday and gave her the ring I made. She loved the thought that I put into the actual proposal and it was a total surprise to her. During dinner, I explained to her the situation with the ring and she did''nt really care how the ring looked for now and was more appretiative of all the work I put into designing it. We will be dealing with this situation together as a couple now and whatever the outcome, we are not going to let it bother us too much and enjoy our engagement. I took the ring to Harold Weinstein for an appraisal and I requested a report stating the craftsmanship involved. They said that the small bezels cover more of the diamonds than are actually needed and verbally told me that the finish is not that great at all. The BBB has filed the complaint I put in and I will be hearing from them in a week or two depending on how co-operative the jeweler is. I will update everyone here on the situation when I get the chance. Thanks again to everone here for the support.![]()
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It sounds like you''re moving in a good direction, I hope it goes smoothly (relatively speaking), and you get your money back soon.
Congrats! Please do come back when you have a ring. And you''re welcome!