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January 4, 2024

JVC's 2023 Fall Compliance Briefing: Legal Updates and Key Takeaways on Customs and Duty

by JVC's Legal Team

Speakers: Tiffany Stevens, Esq., President, CEO & General Counsel, JVC Sara Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel, JVC Peter W. Klestadt, Esq., Partner,...

Read Article

September 14, 2023

JVC's 2023 Summer Compliance Briefing: Legal Updates and Key Takeaways on Copyright and Trademark Law

by JVC's Legal Team

JVC’s Q3 2023 Quarterly Compliance Briefing Updates Speakers: Sara Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel, Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) Phillips Nazr...

Read Article

December 6, 2022

JVC's 2022 Fall Compliance Briefing: Key Takeaways on the FTC Green Guides and Russian Sanctions

by JVC's Legal Team

Below is an edited transcript from JVC's Q4 2022 Compliance Briefing held on Thursday, November 17th, 2022. JVC’s Quarterly Compliance Briefings (CB) a...

Read Article

October 26, 2022

Russia Sanctions Update - October 2022

by Tiffany Stevens, Esq., & Sara E. Yood, Esq.

In April 2022, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control designated Alrosa on the OFAC Specially Designated Nationals list, ...

Read Article

October 24, 2022

Pay Transparency Law Update

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel

Earlier this year, JVC informed you that the New York City Council had passed a bill requiring New York City employers with four or more employees to includ...

Read Article

October 5, 2022

SleepPro International

by Sean

SleepPro International SleepPro Stop Snoring Solutions Makers of the world renowned SleepPro anti-snoring mouthpieces including EasiFit, the UK's top s...

Read Article

August 17, 2022

Improving Employee Retention with Student Loan Reimbursement Provision of the CARES Act

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel

The Great Resignation has hit businesses hard over the past year, with low unemployment rates and a high focus on recruitment making it easier for staff to...

Read Article

August 1, 2022

What Can I Legally Do with My Ivory?

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel

The sale of most ivory items is now prohibited in the United States by law. If you have inherited pieces of jewelry or luxury goods made with ivory or ivory...

Read Article

July 26, 2022

The U.S. and other G7 Nations Institute Ban on Imports of Russian Gold

by Sara Yood, Esq.

On June 26, 2022, President Biden along with the other members of the G7 announced together that they would collectively ban the importation of Russian gold...

Read Article

May 23, 2022

The Kimberley Process: Frequently Asked Questions

by Miya Owens, Esq.

What is the Kimberley Process? The Kimberley Process (KP) is an international initiative launched in 2003, after several years of discussions on ways to...

Read Article

May 11, 2022

Russian Sanctions and Diamond Importation - Key Takeaways from JVC's 2022 Spring Compliance Briefing

by JVC's Legal Team

This is an edited transcript of JVC’s Compliance Briefing, held on Friday, April 8th, 2022. This Compliance Briefiing's subject was mainly the Russian dia...

Read Article

May 5, 2022

The FTC's Made in USA Rule: What You Need to Know

by Mingqi Yang, JVC Legal Intern

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Made in USA Labeling Rule became effective on August 13, 2021. The rule, which tracks the FTC’s longstanding Made...

Read Article

April 27, 2022

Salary Ranges in NYC: Employers Must Post Salary Ranges

by Miya Owens, Esq.

*As of April 28th, 2022, the New York City Council voted to delay the implementation of this law to November. Please see this article here for more informat...

Read Article

April 22, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions about Russian-origin Diamonds

by Sara E. Yood, Esq.

Further to the additional sanctions placed on Alrosa on April 7, JVC has received additional guidance from our government partners that helps further clarif...

Read Article

April 22, 2022

Refresher on Advertising Products Made with Recycled Metals

by Miya Owens, Esq.

Many have been contacting JVC with questions about how to compliantly advertise recycled metals in products. Let’s refresh your knowledge of this area of...

Read Article

March 25, 2022

Medtec LLC

by Sean

Medtec LLC Locally Owned & Operated Durable Medical Equipment Company Locally Owned & Operated Durable Medical Equipment CompanyLocated in the heart...

Read Article

March 1, 2022

Understanding (Russian) Sanctions in Jewelry and US Business

by Sara Yood, Esq.

JVC offers up-to-date information on sanctions in jewelry and broader used materials to help guide companies through current events. Doing business in the U...

Read Article

February 2, 2022

Glow Dental & Orthodontics

by Sean

Leading Dentist in Dallas, TX | Glow Dental & Orthodontics At Glow Dental & Orthodontics, our team is focused on ensuring that your family is...

Read Article

November 15, 2021

Protect Your Company Against Counterfeit Goods: Five Basic Steps US Jewelry Professionals Should Take Now

by Janet V. Hallahan, Partner, Practus LLP

The jewelry industry knows all too well the devastating impacts of counterfeit goods, which can result not only in lost sales but also in damage to a compan...

Read Article

November 12, 2021

Sandwich Medical Clinic

by Sean

Sandwich Medical Clinic. S.C. Friendly Faces We serve as a personal medical home for each patient, ensuring access to comprehensive, integrated care thr...

Read Article

October 13, 2021

Employee or Independent Contractor? -- The Latest on California’s AB 5 and Its Fallout

by Andrew Heger, Partner, Practus LLP

In Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court, 4 Cal. 5th 903 (2018), the California Supreme Court set forth a new test for determining whether a worke...

Read Article

August 11, 2021

Proposition 65 Update for Jewelry Companies

by Gary Roberts, Dentons Partner

Proposition 65 private enforcers continue to evaluate the products of jewelry companies for Proposition 65 issues.  During the first 6.5 months of this yea...

Read Article

August 3, 2021

Ransomware Attacks and Retail: How You Can Protect Your Company

by John Landolfi, Esq. and Christopher Ingram, Esq. of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease

Ransomware attacks are on the rise and becoming the weapon of choice for cybercriminals. Most recently, ransomware attacks have disrupted a major gasoline p...

Read Article

July 14, 2021

Three Cybersecurity Risks Jewelry Professionals Must Address Right Now

by Janet V. Hallahan, Partner, Practus LLP

Practus LLP is a JVC Law Firm Finder Partner Cybersecurity incidents are skyrocketing around the world, and the jewelry industry has not been immune from...

Read Article

June 16, 2021

EEOC Issues Guidance on Mandatory Vaccine Policies and Vaccine Incentive Programs

by Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

EEOC Issues Guidance on Mandatory Vaccine Policies and Vaccine Incentive Programs (Part 1) Published 6/7/2021 On May 28, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment O...

Read Article

April 23, 2021

Rosary Dental

by Sean

Welcome to Rosary Dental - Your Dentist in Houston Rosary Dental is a dental practice in Houston. Rosary Dental offers a variety of oral health services fo...

Read Article

April 15, 2021

7 Best Practices for Workplace Investigations

by Andrew W. Heger, Partner, Practus LLP

Workplace investigations are an inevitable occurrence in running a growing and successful business, including businesses engaged in the jewelry and precious...

Read Article

February 6, 2021

MC Medical Group

by Sean

MC Medical Group We are a team of Dermatologists located in Bernardsville, New Jersey. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive and patient-ce...

Read Article

October 29, 2020

Three Reasons to Address Racial Discrimination in Your Jewelry Businesses Now

by Miya Owens, Esq., Associate Counsel

2020 has brought with it, among other things, an increased focus on racial discrimination. Navigating conversations about this topic can be challenging for...

Read Article

October 15, 2020

To Detect and Prevent Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Violations, Compliance is the Key

by M. Sean Purcell, Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

FCPA Guide (Second Edition) Issued In July 2020, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission, released A Resource Guide to th...

Read Article

September 28, 2020

What is the Status of Stores Reopening Nationwide?

by Meagan Lemley, Legal Intern

Data is current as of September 23, 2020 This article is an updated version of a prior JVC article: Can My Retail Store Reopen Yet? As the coronavirus...

Read Article

September 2, 2020

Did you get a PPP Loan?: SBA Releases New Guidance and Answers FAQs on Loan Forgiveness

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

If your business received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan from the Small Business Administration (SBA), you should be keeping up-to-date with the a...

Read Article

June 18, 2020

Can My Retail Store Reopen Yet?

by Randi Padilla, Legal Intern

Data is current as of June 17, 2020 As the country begins to recover from the novel coronavirus, many states have taken first steps in reopening their e...

Read Article

June 18, 2020

Re-Opening Best Practices: Follow Guidelines to Avoid Whistleblower Actions

by Jamie Cutler, Legal Intern

As stores reopen around the country, guidelines are set to prevent and reduce the transmission of COVID-19 and should be followed by everyone in our industr...

Read Article

May 19, 2020

Security Advice from JSA Regarding Store Re-Openings

by Jewelers Security Alliance

*While JVC does not promote the re-opening of in-person retail businesses, we are committed to providing the jewelry industry with valuable guidance on an a...

Read Article

May 8, 2020

We Got a PPP Loan: Now What?

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Senior Counsel

Although it was plagued with issues and money seemed scarce, some small businesses in the jewelry industry were able to secure loans from the Paycheck Prote...

Read Article

May 7, 2020

Best Practices for Jewelers to Avoid Legal Liability When Reopening Stores During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by Tom McCorkmick, JVC's Sponsor Partner at the law firm of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

For nearly all retailers, reopening during a global pandemic is an unprecedented event. The concerns and unknown risks about how to conduct business during...

Read Article

April 22, 2020

JVC Supports Volunteer Lawyers for Arts COVID Response 

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

JVC is proud to support Volunteer Lawyers for the Art's COVID response. Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (VLA) is the leading legal aid and education organ...

Read Article

April 2, 2020

Small Business Administration Loans: What You Need to Know

by Sara E. Yood, Senior Counsel

To help businesses affected by COVID-19, the Small Business Administration (SBA) is making two types of loans available to eligible small businesses. The fi...

Read Article

March 30, 2020

COVID-19 Cyber Attacks on The Rise: Protect Yourself and Your Business

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

With the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic has come a rise in cyber-attacks and scams by criminals looking to profit from the turmoil. From phishing email and t...

Read Article

March 27, 2020

Call to Action: Tariff Relief

by JVC

The JVC has joined the Americans for Free Trade Coalition to ask Congress for tariff relief during this time. Americans for Free Trade is sharing the Fei...

Read Article

March 27, 2020

Formlabs Support Network for COVID-19 Response

by JVC

JVC supports Formlabs as they reach out to the 3D printing community to connect those in need of healthcare-related supplies with those who have engineering...

Read Article

March 27, 2020

Quick Facts on Federal Corona Virus Stimulus Package for Jewelers 

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

As many of you know, the Senate passed a $2 trillion economic rescue plan on March 26, 2020 titled the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("...

Read Article

March 26, 2020

Pandemic Marketing: The Law Still Applies!

by Miya Owens, Esq.

With many jewelry businesses forced to close their in-person operations around the country, many of you may be ramping up your digital marketing efforts wit...

Read Article

March 24, 2020

Cash for Gold: Rules You Need to Know Before Purchasing from the Public

by Sara E. Yood, Esq. Senior Counsel

In times of uncertainty, people have often turned to gold as a source of wealth and financial stability.  Consumers know that gold retains value, and often...

Read Article

March 24, 2020

JVC Supports National Retail Federation Letter to White House

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

JVC is proud to act as signatory in support of a letter organized by the National Retail Federation. The letter was sent to the White House asking for feder...

Read Article

March 23, 2020

Can I Stay Open? - Impact of Closure and Shelter-in-Place Orders on Jewelry Businesses

by Miya Owens, Esq.

Updated April 28th, 2020 Can I Stay Open? - Impact of Closure and Shelter-in-Place Orders on Jewelry Businesses With the nation hit by the COVID...

Read Article

March 20, 2020

Operating in a Crisis: Advice from the Front Lines

by our partners at the Accessories Council

From our Partners at the Accessories Council:    Operating in a Crisis: Advice from the Front Lines     SHIPPING  Andrew Rotondi Chief...

Read Article

March 19, 2020

Employment Law Quick Hits

by Sara E. Yood, Senior Counsel

At JVC, we are working to provide you with resources you can use as you navigate these uncertain times due to COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus).  Below, pl...

Read Article

March 18, 2020

NYC Employee Retention Grant Program 

by Tiffany Stevens, President & CEO

To help small businesses deal with the impact of COVID-19, the City has launched the Employee Retention Grant Program to help retain employees as businesses...

Read Article

September 20, 2019

JVC CEO Guest Stars On The Jewelry District Podcast

by The Jewelry Industry Authority

Check out the latest on The Jewelry District with our very own CEO Tiffany Stevens. Interview by JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob...

Read Article

July 27, 2018

FTC Revises Jewelry Guides

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, the Federal Trade Commission released its final revision to its Guides for the Jewelry, Precious Metals, and Pewter Industries (1...

Read Article

August 29, 2017

Womens Jewelry Association Honors Cecilia Gardner And Jo-Ann Sperano

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

JVC is delighted to announce that at the 2017 Women’s Jewelry Association Awards for Excellence ceremony in New York, two JVC stars were recognized!...

Read Article

August 29, 2017

Keeping Race/Color Discrimination Out of Your Business

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

Racial discrimination, outlawed in the United States, continues to lead to costly enforcement decisions and lawsuits against businesses across the country.Â...

Read Article

August 29, 2017

Don't Miss JVC's Upcoming Webinars

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

This webinar will delve into the nuts and bolts of contract law for jewelers, including what you must disclose...

Read Article

January 4, 2024

JVC's 2023 Fall Compliance Briefing: Legal Updates and Key Takeaways on Customs and Duty

by JVC's Legal Team

Speakers: Tiffany Stevens, Esq., President, CEO & General Counsel, JVC Sara Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel, JVC Peter W. Klestadt, Esq., Partner,...

Read Article

September 14, 2023

JVC's 2023 Summer Compliance Briefing: Legal Updates and Key Takeaways on Copyright and Trademark Law

by JVC's Legal Team

JVC’s Q3 2023 Quarterly Compliance Briefing Updates Speakers: Sara Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel, Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) Phillips Nazr...

Read Article

December 6, 2022

JVC's 2022 Fall Compliance Briefing: Key Takeaways on the FTC Green Guides and Russian Sanctions

by JVC's Legal Team

Below is an edited transcript from JVC's Q4 2022 Compliance Briefing held on Thursday, November 17th, 2022. JVC’s Quarterly Compliance Briefings (CB) a...

Read Article

October 26, 2022

Russia Sanctions Update - October 2022

by Tiffany Stevens, Esq., & Sara E. Yood, Esq.

In April 2022, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control designated Alrosa on the OFAC Specially Designated Nationals list, ...

Read Article

October 24, 2022

Pay Transparency Law Update

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel

Earlier this year, JVC informed you that the New York City Council had passed a bill requiring New York City employers with four or more employees to includ...

Read Article

October 5, 2022

SleepPro International

by Sean

SleepPro International SleepPro Stop Snoring Solutions Makers of the world renowned SleepPro anti-snoring mouthpieces including EasiFit, the UK's top s...

Read Article

August 17, 2022

Improving Employee Retention with Student Loan Reimbursement Provision of the CARES Act

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel

The Great Resignation has hit businesses hard over the past year, with low unemployment rates and a high focus on recruitment making it easier for staff to...

Read Article

August 1, 2022

What Can I Legally Do with My Ivory?

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Deputy General Counsel

The sale of most ivory items is now prohibited in the United States by law. If you have inherited pieces of jewelry or luxury goods made with ivory or ivory...

Read Article

July 26, 2022

The U.S. and other G7 Nations Institute Ban on Imports of Russian Gold

by Sara Yood, Esq.

On June 26, 2022, President Biden along with the other members of the G7 announced together that they would collectively ban the importation of Russian gold...

Read Article

May 23, 2022

The Kimberley Process: Frequently Asked Questions

by Miya Owens, Esq.

What is the Kimberley Process? The Kimberley Process (KP) is an international initiative launched in 2003, after several years of discussions on ways to...

Read Article

May 11, 2022

Russian Sanctions and Diamond Importation - Key Takeaways from JVC's 2022 Spring Compliance Briefing

by JVC's Legal Team

This is an edited transcript of JVC’s Compliance Briefing, held on Friday, April 8th, 2022. This Compliance Briefiing's subject was mainly the Russian dia...

Read Article

May 5, 2022

The FTC's Made in USA Rule: What You Need to Know

by Mingqi Yang, JVC Legal Intern

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Made in USA Labeling Rule became effective on August 13, 2021. The rule, which tracks the FTC’s longstanding Made...

Read Article

April 27, 2022

Salary Ranges in NYC: Employers Must Post Salary Ranges

by Miya Owens, Esq.

*As of April 28th, 2022, the New York City Council voted to delay the implementation of this law to November. Please see this article here for more informat...

Read Article

April 22, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions about Russian-origin Diamonds

by Sara E. Yood, Esq.

Further to the additional sanctions placed on Alrosa on April 7, JVC has received additional guidance from our government partners that helps further clarif...

Read Article

April 22, 2022

Refresher on Advertising Products Made with Recycled Metals

by Miya Owens, Esq.

Many have been contacting JVC with questions about how to compliantly advertise recycled metals in products. Let’s refresh your knowledge of this area of...

Read Article

March 25, 2022

Medtec LLC

by Sean

Medtec LLC Locally Owned & Operated Durable Medical Equipment Company Locally Owned & Operated Durable Medical Equipment CompanyLocated in the heart...

Read Article

March 1, 2022

Understanding (Russian) Sanctions in Jewelry and US Business

by Sara Yood, Esq.

JVC offers up-to-date information on sanctions in jewelry and broader used materials to help guide companies through current events. Doing business in the U...

Read Article

February 2, 2022

Glow Dental & Orthodontics

by Sean

Leading Dentist in Dallas, TX | Glow Dental & Orthodontics At Glow Dental & Orthodontics, our team is focused on ensuring that your family is...

Read Article

November 15, 2021

Protect Your Company Against Counterfeit Goods: Five Basic Steps US Jewelry Professionals Should Take Now

by Janet V. Hallahan, Partner, Practus LLP

The jewelry industry knows all too well the devastating impacts of counterfeit goods, which can result not only in lost sales but also in damage to a compan...

Read Article

November 12, 2021

Sandwich Medical Clinic

by Sean

Sandwich Medical Clinic. S.C. Friendly Faces We serve as a personal medical home for each patient, ensuring access to comprehensive, integrated care thr...

Read Article

October 13, 2021

Employee or Independent Contractor? -- The Latest on California’s AB 5 and Its Fallout

by Andrew Heger, Partner, Practus LLP

In Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court, 4 Cal. 5th 903 (2018), the California Supreme Court set forth a new test for determining whether a worke...

Read Article

August 11, 2021

Proposition 65 Update for Jewelry Companies

by Gary Roberts, Dentons Partner

Proposition 65 private enforcers continue to evaluate the products of jewelry companies for Proposition 65 issues.  During the first 6.5 months of this yea...

Read Article

August 3, 2021

Ransomware Attacks and Retail: How You Can Protect Your Company

by John Landolfi, Esq. and Christopher Ingram, Esq. of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease

Ransomware attacks are on the rise and becoming the weapon of choice for cybercriminals. Most recently, ransomware attacks have disrupted a major gasoline p...

Read Article

July 14, 2021

Three Cybersecurity Risks Jewelry Professionals Must Address Right Now

by Janet V. Hallahan, Partner, Practus LLP

Practus LLP is a JVC Law Firm Finder Partner Cybersecurity incidents are skyrocketing around the world, and the jewelry industry has not been immune from...

Read Article

June 16, 2021

EEOC Issues Guidance on Mandatory Vaccine Policies and Vaccine Incentive Programs

by Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

EEOC Issues Guidance on Mandatory Vaccine Policies and Vaccine Incentive Programs (Part 1) Published 6/7/2021 On May 28, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment O...

Read Article

April 23, 2021

Rosary Dental

by Sean

Welcome to Rosary Dental - Your Dentist in Houston Rosary Dental is a dental practice in Houston. Rosary Dental offers a variety of oral health services fo...

Read Article

April 15, 2021

7 Best Practices for Workplace Investigations

by Andrew W. Heger, Partner, Practus LLP

Workplace investigations are an inevitable occurrence in running a growing and successful business, including businesses engaged in the jewelry and precious...

Read Article

February 6, 2021

MC Medical Group

by Sean

MC Medical Group We are a team of Dermatologists located in Bernardsville, New Jersey. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive and patient-ce...

Read Article

October 29, 2020

Three Reasons to Address Racial Discrimination in Your Jewelry Businesses Now

by Miya Owens, Esq., Associate Counsel

2020 has brought with it, among other things, an increased focus on racial discrimination. Navigating conversations about this topic can be challenging for...

Read Article

October 15, 2020

To Detect and Prevent Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Violations, Compliance is the Key

by M. Sean Purcell, Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

FCPA Guide (Second Edition) Issued In July 2020, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission, released A Resource Guide to th...

Read Article

September 28, 2020

What is the Status of Stores Reopening Nationwide?

by Meagan Lemley, Legal Intern

Data is current as of September 23, 2020 This article is an updated version of a prior JVC article: Can My Retail Store Reopen Yet? As the coronavirus...

Read Article

September 2, 2020

Did you get a PPP Loan?: SBA Releases New Guidance and Answers FAQs on Loan Forgiveness

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

If your business received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan from the Small Business Administration (SBA), you should be keeping up-to-date with the a...

Read Article

June 18, 2020

Can My Retail Store Reopen Yet?

by Randi Padilla, Legal Intern

Data is current as of June 17, 2020 As the country begins to recover from the novel coronavirus, many states have taken first steps in reopening their e...

Read Article

June 18, 2020

Re-Opening Best Practices: Follow Guidelines to Avoid Whistleblower Actions

by Jamie Cutler, Legal Intern

As stores reopen around the country, guidelines are set to prevent and reduce the transmission of COVID-19 and should be followed by everyone in our industr...

Read Article

May 19, 2020

Security Advice from JSA Regarding Store Re-Openings

by Jewelers Security Alliance

*While JVC does not promote the re-opening of in-person retail businesses, we are committed to providing the jewelry industry with valuable guidance on an a...

Read Article

May 8, 2020

We Got a PPP Loan: Now What?

by Sara E. Yood, Esq., Senior Counsel

Although it was plagued with issues and money seemed scarce, some small businesses in the jewelry industry were able to secure loans from the Paycheck Prote...

Read Article

May 7, 2020

Best Practices for Jewelers to Avoid Legal Liability When Reopening Stores During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by Tom McCorkmick, JVC's Sponsor Partner at the law firm of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

For nearly all retailers, reopening during a global pandemic is an unprecedented event. The concerns and unknown risks about how to conduct business during...

Read Article

April 22, 2020

JVC Supports Volunteer Lawyers for Arts COVID Response 

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

JVC is proud to support Volunteer Lawyers for the Art's COVID response. Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (VLA) is the leading legal aid and education organ...

Read Article

April 2, 2020

Small Business Administration Loans: What You Need to Know

by Sara E. Yood, Senior Counsel

To help businesses affected by COVID-19, the Small Business Administration (SBA) is making two types of loans available to eligible small businesses. The fi...

Read Article

March 30, 2020

COVID-19 Cyber Attacks on The Rise: Protect Yourself and Your Business

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

With the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic has come a rise in cyber-attacks and scams by criminals looking to profit from the turmoil. From phishing email and t...

Read Article

March 27, 2020

Call to Action: Tariff Relief

by JVC

The JVC has joined the Americans for Free Trade Coalition to ask Congress for tariff relief during this time. Americans for Free Trade is sharing the Fei...

Read Article

March 27, 2020

Formlabs Support Network for COVID-19 Response

by JVC

JVC supports Formlabs as they reach out to the 3D printing community to connect those in need of healthcare-related supplies with those who have engineering...

Read Article

March 27, 2020

Quick Facts on Federal Corona Virus Stimulus Package for Jewelers 

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

As many of you know, the Senate passed a $2 trillion economic rescue plan on March 26, 2020 titled the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("...

Read Article

March 26, 2020

Pandemic Marketing: The Law Still Applies!

by Miya Owens, Esq.

With many jewelry businesses forced to close their in-person operations around the country, many of you may be ramping up your digital marketing efforts wit...

Read Article

March 24, 2020

Cash for Gold: Rules You Need to Know Before Purchasing from the Public

by Sara E. Yood, Esq. Senior Counsel

In times of uncertainty, people have often turned to gold as a source of wealth and financial stability.  Consumers know that gold retains value, and often...

Read Article

March 24, 2020

JVC Supports National Retail Federation Letter to White House

by Miya Owens, Associate Counsel

JVC is proud to act as signatory in support of a letter organized by the National Retail Federation. The letter was sent to the White House asking for feder...

Read Article

March 23, 2020

Can I Stay Open? - Impact of Closure and Shelter-in-Place Orders on Jewelry Businesses

by Miya Owens, Esq.

Updated April 28th, 2020 Can I Stay Open? - Impact of Closure and Shelter-in-Place Orders on Jewelry Businesses With the nation hit by the COVID...

Read Article

March 20, 2020

Operating in a Crisis: Advice from the Front Lines

by our partners at the Accessories Council

From our Partners at the Accessories Council:    Operating in a Crisis: Advice from the Front Lines     SHIPPING  Andrew Rotondi Chief...

Read Article

March 19, 2020

Employment Law Quick Hits

by Sara E. Yood, Senior Counsel

At JVC, we are working to provide you with resources you can use as you navigate these uncertain times due to COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus).  Below, pl...

Read Article

March 18, 2020

NYC Employee Retention Grant Program 

by Tiffany Stevens, President & CEO

To help small businesses deal with the impact of COVID-19, the City has launched the Employee Retention Grant Program to help retain employees as businesses...

Read Article

September 20, 2019

JVC CEO Guest Stars On The Jewelry District Podcast

by The Jewelry Industry Authority

Check out the latest on The Jewelry District with our very own CEO Tiffany Stevens. Interview by JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob...

Read Article

July 27, 2018

FTC Revises Jewelry Guides

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, the Federal Trade Commission released its final revision to its Guides for the Jewelry, Precious Metals, and Pewter Industries (1...

Read Article

August 29, 2017

Womens Jewelry Association Honors Cecilia Gardner And Jo-Ann Sperano

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

JVC is delighted to announce that at the 2017 Women’s Jewelry Association Awards for Excellence ceremony in New York, two JVC stars were recognized!...

Read Article

August 29, 2017

Keeping Race/Color Discrimination Out of Your Business

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

Racial discrimination, outlawed in the United States, continues to lead to costly enforcement decisions and lawsuits against businesses across the country.Â...

Read Article

August 29, 2017

Don't Miss JVC's Upcoming Webinars

by Kurt Sohn, Legal Intern

This webinar will delve into the nuts and bolts of contract law for jewelers, including what you must disclose...

Read Article

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